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{"bill_id":908953,"bill_number":"H56","title":"An 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 2016 compared with such index for the year 2015.","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2016 compared with such index for the year 2015. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H56/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H56","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":909343,"bill_number":"H55","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. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-02-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H55/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H55","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":910593,"bill_number":"H57","title":"Pardons","description":"A message was received from the office of His Excellency the Governor submitting a report of the exercise of the pardoning power by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Council from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H57/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H57","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":914171,"bill_number":"S7","title":"Special senate committee to review and report on citizen engagement and participation in the legislative process","description":"Relative to forming a special","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2017-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S7/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S7","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":927732,"bill_number":"H58","title":"Further regulating the compensation of certain public officials","description":"Relative to the compensation of public officials. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-02-06","last_action":"Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H58/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H58","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929714,"bill_number":"S15","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 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S15/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S15","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929760,"bill_number":"H64","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to define the succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor","description":"By Representatives Mark of Peru and Whipps of Athol, a petition of Paul W. Mark for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to define the succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant-Governor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H64/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H64","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929813,"bill_number":"H60","title":"Proposal for a legislative 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H60/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H60","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929863,"bill_number":"S14","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution prohibiting eminent domain","description":"By Mr. Ross, a petition of Richard J. Ross, Citizens for Limited Taxation and Steven S. Howitt for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to prohibit eminent domain. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S14/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S14","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929909,"bill_number":"H61","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H61/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H61","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":929964,"bill_number":"H63","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to declare that corporations are not people, money is not speech","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of 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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-24","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H63/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H63","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":930007,"bill_number":"H59","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H59/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H59","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":930061,"bill_number":"S13","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S13/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S13","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":930108,"bill_number":"H65","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H65/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H65","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":930151,"bill_number":"S11","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution establishing an independent redistricting commission","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to establish an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-24","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S11/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S11","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":930199,"bill_number":"S12","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S12/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S12","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":930240,"bill_number":"H62","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H62/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H62","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":932126,"bill_number":"H66","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill relative to the compensation for public officials (House, No. 58) ought to be adopted","description":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill relative to the compensation for public officials (House, No. 58) ought to be adopted","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H66/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H66","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":932151,"bill_number":"S17","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. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-26","last_action":"Accompanied S20","last_action_date":"2017-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S17/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":932672,"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":"2017-01-24","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":932861,"bill_number":"H1","title":"MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018 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, 2017 (House, No. 1).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-26","last_action":"Reported in part, see H3600","last_action_date":"2017-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":934092,"bill_number":"H67","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Valencia Hadley, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Valencia Hadley, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H70","last_action_date":"2017-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H67/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H67","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":934620,"bill_number":"H68","title":"To reorganize the Department of Public Safety","description":"Relative to reorganizing the Department of Public Safety. January 25, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-03-27","last_action":"Became Law pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendment to the Constitution, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H68/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H68","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":934681,"bill_number":"S9","title":"Joint Rules governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions","description":"Relative to Joint Rules governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-26","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S19","last_action_date":"2017-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S9/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":934733,"bill_number":"S8","title":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the (temporary committee on Rules) to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2017-2018","description":"Text of the proposed Senate Rules recommended by the (temporary committee on Rules) to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2017-2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-26","last_action":"Printed as amended, see S18","last_action_date":"2017-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S8/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":935433,"bill_number":"H69","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H69/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H69","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":940393,"bill_number":"H70","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Valencia Hadley, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Valencia Hadley, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-03-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H70/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H70","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":941885,"bill_number":"H2017","title":"Order (filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop) relative to House Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017). February 1, 2017","description":"Order (filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop) relative to House Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017). February 1, 2017","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-01","last_action":"Published as amended, see H2018","last_action_date":"2017-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":942508,"bill_number":"H71","title":"The special procedures for the consideration of House Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017)","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. February 2, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H71/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H71","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":943085,"bill_number":"H2019","title":"An Order relative to the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2019)","description":"Relative to the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2019). February 2, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2019","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":945313,"bill_number":"S19","title":"Joint Rules governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions","description":"Relative to Joint Rules governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-02","last_action":"See H2019","last_action_date":"2017-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S19/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S19","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":945547,"bill_number":"S18","title":"Senate Rules of the Senate for 2017-2018","description":"Senate Rules of the Senate for 2017-2018","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-02","last_action":"Report accepted, as amended","last_action_date":"2017-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S18/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S18","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":952617,"bill_number":"H2018","title":"House order No. 2017, the Rules of the House of Representatives for the 190th General Court, governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions [Including an Index] , as amended and adopted by the House. February 2, 2017.","description":"House order No. 2017, the Rules of the House of Representatives for the 190th General Court, governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions [Including an Index] , as amended and adopted by the House. February 2, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2018","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":957467,"bill_number":"S20","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 20).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-02-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-02-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S20/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S20","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":961693,"bill_number":"S21","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. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2038","last_action_date":"2017-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S21/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S21","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":962905,"bill_number":"H2020","title":"An Order relative to the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions","description":"Relative to the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 190th General Court governing the 2017-2018 legislative sessions (House, No. 2019, amended). February 15, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-15","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H2019","last_action_date":"2017-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2020","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":968319,"bill_number":"S22","title":"Authorizing the trustees of the bathing beach in the town of Hingham to enter into a lease for the operation of the bathhouse facility and surrounding grounds","description":"For legislation relative to a lease for the bathing beach bathhouse facility and surrounding grounds located on Otis Street in Hingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S22/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S22","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":968434,"bill_number":"S23","title":"Authorizing the town of Wrentham to grant 9 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to grant 9 additional licenses to the town of Wrentham for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S23/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S23","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":968556,"bill_number":"S24","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S24/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S24","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":968693,"bill_number":"H72","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects. February 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H72/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H72","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":968874,"bill_number":"H73","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Relative to financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges. Transportation. February 21, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H73/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H73","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969728,"bill_number":"S176","title":"Relative to LLC annual report filing fees","description":"For legislation relative to LLC annual report filing fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969729,"bill_number":"S119","title":"Authorizing the Devens Enterprise Commission to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the Devens Enterprise Commission to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969730,"bill_number":"S95","title":"Relative to protecting biometric information under the security breach law","description":"For legislation to protect biometric information under the security breach law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S95/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S95","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969731,"bill_number":"S260","title":"Relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students","description":"For legislation relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969732,"bill_number":"S116","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969733,"bill_number":"S63","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S63/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S63","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969736,"bill_number":"S232","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For legislation relative to language opportunity for our kids. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2070","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S232","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969744,"bill_number":"S211","title":"Forestalling fake news through reading comprehension","description":"For legislation relative to civic online reasoning to identify fake news on the internet. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S211","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969749,"bill_number":"S136","title":"Restoring contract rights to craft brewers","description":"For legislation to restore contract rights to craft brewers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969750,"bill_number":"S76","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S76/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S76","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969751,"bill_number":"S256","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools","description":"For legislation to promote mental health education in Massachusetts high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2112","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S256","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969757,"bill_number":"S54","title":"Creating a means for tracking the unmet need of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S54/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S54","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969758,"bill_number":"S55","title":"Relative to spouses as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to spouses as caregivers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S55/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S55","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969759,"bill_number":"S291","title":"To prohibit the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2367","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969760,"bill_number":"S28","title":"Preventing funds deposited in children's savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits","description":"For legislation to prevent funds deposited in children's savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S28/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969763,"bill_number":"S286","title":"Relative to homeless children school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to homeless children school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969765,"bill_number":"S123","title":"Protecting consumers from unsolicited loans","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from unsolicited loans. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/26/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-12","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969769,"bill_number":"S110","title":"Regulating the granting of temporary licenses for the sale of wine, beer, and malt liquor at auctions for nonprofit charitable corporations","description":"For legislation to regulate the granting of temporary licenses for the sale of wine, beer, and malt liquor at auctions for nonprofit charitable corporations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2414","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969770,"bill_number":"S113","title":"Creating transparency in emerging price discrimination technologies","description":"For legislation to create transparency in emerging price discrimination technologies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969775,"bill_number":"S45","title":"Strengthening protection of children in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to strengthen protection of children in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2520","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S45/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S45","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969776,"bill_number":"S221","title":"Relative to universal pre-kindergarten access","description":"For legislation relative to universal pre-kindergarten access. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969778,"bill_number":"S64","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"For legislation to establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2213","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S64/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S64","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969779,"bill_number":"S49","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S49/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S49","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969782,"bill_number":"S254","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2425","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S254","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969787,"bill_number":"S34","title":"To lift the cap on kids","description":"For legislation to remove the welfare benefit cap for children conceived while a family is receiving assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S34/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S34","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969788,"bill_number":"S207","title":"Relative to the inclusion of the Town of Avon in the Brockton Economic Target Area","description":"For legislation to include the town of Avon in the Brockton Economic Target Area. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969789,"bill_number":"S79","title":"Relative to public assistance for working families and the creation of a pilot program to address the impacts of the cliff effect","description":"For legislation relative to public assistance for working families and the creation of a pilot program to address the impacts of the cliff effect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S79/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S79","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969795,"bill_number":"S155","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S155","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969801,"bill_number":"S43","title":"To assist families caring for elders","description":"For legislation to assist families caring for elders. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S43/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S43","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969824,"bill_number":"S173","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2473","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969830,"bill_number":"S126","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S126","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969834,"bill_number":"S216","title":"Providing health education in schools","description":"For legislation to provide health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S216","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969840,"bill_number":"S154","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969845,"bill_number":"S309","title":"Relative to safety response in schools","description":"For legislation to create an indoor active shooter gunshot detection and alerting system in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2350","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969849,"bill_number":"S241","title":"Concerning charter school funding","description":"For legislation relative to charter school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969850,"bill_number":"S292","title":"Authorizing school districts to donate excess food to local voluntary assistance programs","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to donate excess food to local voluntary assistance programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S292","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969858,"bill_number":"S297","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"For legislation to promote quality physical education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4127","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969860,"bill_number":"S283","title":"For the end of Common Core, and establishing certain other curriculum standards","description":"For legislation for the end of Common Core, and establishing certain other curriculum standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S283","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":969862,"bill_number":"S97","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S97/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S97","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969863,"bill_number":"S222","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery","description":"For legislation relative to dropout prevention and recovery. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969866,"bill_number":"S295","title":"Relative to preventing the sexual abuse of children and youth","description":"For legislation to prevent the sexual abuse of children and youth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2353","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S295","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969872,"bill_number":"S245","title":"Relative to homeless children school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to reimbursement for transportation costs for homeless students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969875,"bill_number":"S191","title":"Relative to corporate social responsibility","description":"For legislation to require corporate social responsibility reporting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969876,"bill_number":"S239","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2056","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969877,"bill_number":"S29","title":"To promote child well-being, community supervision and efficient use of state resources","description":"For legislation to promote child well-being, community supervision and efficient use of state resources. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S29/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S29","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969879,"bill_number":"S69","title":"To increase the safety of disabled individuals living in group homes","description":"For legislation to increase the safety of disabled individuals living in group homes. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2411","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S69/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S69","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969880,"bill_number":"S139","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969883,"bill_number":"S213","title":"Relative to school transportation parity","description":"For legislation relative to school transportation parity. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969885,"bill_number":"S70","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S70/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S70","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969886,"bill_number":"S77","title":"Relative to expungement from central registry","description":"For legislation relative to expungement from central registry. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2412","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S77/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S77","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969889,"bill_number":"S275","title":"Relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education","description":"For legislation relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969894,"bill_number":"S183","title":"To enable municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees","description":"For legislation to enable municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4398","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S183","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969899,"bill_number":"S50","title":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to eliminate archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2594","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S50/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S50","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969903,"bill_number":"S107","title":"Relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications","description":"For legislation relative to disclosure of radiofrequency notifications. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2431","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969904,"bill_number":"S307","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S307","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969910,"bill_number":"S33","title":"Ensuring continuous healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to ensure continuous healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H607","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S33/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S33","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969917,"bill_number":"S237","title":"To support healthy development among preschoolers","description":"For legislation to support healthy development among preschoolers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2255","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S237","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969951,"bill_number":"S26","title":"To promote choice for people with cognitive disabilities and their families","description":"For legislation to promote choice for people with cognitive disabilities and their families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S26/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S26","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":969955,"bill_number":"S204","title":"Relative to athletic recreation facilities","description":"For legislation relative to athletic recreation facilities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S204","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969957,"bill_number":"S288","title":"Supporting 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969960,"bill_number":"S210","title":"Relative to combating discrimination in education against persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to combat discrimination in education against persons with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969961,"bill_number":"S60","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S60/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S60","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969963,"bill_number":"S106","title":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists","description":"For legislation to provide for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S137","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969965,"bill_number":"S81","title":"Promoting housing and sustainable development","description":"For legislation to promote housing and sustainable development. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4397","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S81/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S81","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969967,"bill_number":"S289","title":"Improving 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2259","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969968,"bill_number":"S172","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969974,"bill_number":"S118","title":"Protecting 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969975,"bill_number":"S30","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S30/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969976,"bill_number":"S68","title":"Relative to SNAP nutritional reform","description":"For legislation relative to SNAP nutritional reform. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S68/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S68","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969981,"bill_number":"S195","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969982,"bill_number":"S243","title":"Relative to background checks of persons providing direct services to children in a school setting or program","description":"For legislation relative to background checks of persons providing direct services to children in a school setting or program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969983,"bill_number":"S279","title":"Relative to Innovation Partnership Zones","description":"For legislation relative to Innovation Partnership Zones. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2442","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969985,"bill_number":"S255","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation relative to early education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969987,"bill_number":"S262","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2366","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969991,"bill_number":"S177","title":"To increase contributions to the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to increase contributions to the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969993,"bill_number":"S303","title":"To increase substance abuse prevention and education in public schools","description":"For legislation to increase substance abuse prevention and education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969996,"bill_number":"S253","title":"Establishing funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts","description":"For legislation to establish funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2349","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":969999,"bill_number":"S41","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S41/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S41","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970000,"bill_number":"S209","title":"Relative to the Springfield Technology Park","description":"For legislation relative to the Springfield Technology Park. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2674","last_action_date":"2018-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970002,"bill_number":"S158","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/17/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970005,"bill_number":"S71","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S71/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S71","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970006,"bill_number":"S32","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S32/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S32","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970010,"bill_number":"S251","title":"Relative to water bottle filling stations in public schools","description":"For legislation relative to water bottle filling stations in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970011,"bill_number":"S269","title":"Protecting student privacy","description":"For legislation to protect student privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970012,"bill_number":"S285","title":"Relative to the calculation of economically disadvantaged students","description":"For legislation relative to the calculation of economically disadvantaged students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2351","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970013,"bill_number":"S200","title":"Relative to gaming","description":"For legislation relative to gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970016,"bill_number":"S94","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S94/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S94","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970018,"bill_number":"S42","title":"Relative to creating a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"For legislation to create a loan repayment program for human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S42/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S42","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970021,"bill_number":"S98","title":"To protect rental car customers","description":"For legislation relative to toll charges within rental car agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S98/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S98","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970022,"bill_number":"S185","title":"Relative to a feasibility study for a horse park in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to a feasibility study for a horse park in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970023,"bill_number":"S46","title":"Creating a Bill of Rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to create a Bill of Rights for people experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S46/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S46","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970025,"bill_number":"S231","title":"Relative to financial literacy curriculum","description":"For legislation relative to mandating a curriculum in the public schools on personal financial literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S231","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970029,"bill_number":"S272","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970039,"bill_number":"S124","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2433","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970041,"bill_number":"S301","title":"Relative to standardized tests","description":"For legislation relative to standardized tests. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970042,"bill_number":"S160","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/16/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-05-09","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S160","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970046,"bill_number":"S59","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S59/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S59","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970050,"bill_number":"S224","title":"Relative to special education transportation costs","description":"For legislation relative to special education transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S224","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970059,"bill_number":"S167","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealing","description":"For legislation to regulate secondary metals dealing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2415","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970061,"bill_number":"S284","title":"To implement the recommendations of the Chapter 70 foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation to implement the recommendations of the Chapter 70 foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970066,"bill_number":"S179","title":"Relative to the cybersecurity of the Internet of Things and other smart devices","description":"For legislation relative to the cybersecurity of the Internet of Things and other smart devices. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2485","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S179","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970069,"bill_number":"S82","title":"Establishing Community Benefit Districts","description":"For legislation to establish Community Benefit Districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4385","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S82/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S82","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970070,"bill_number":"S125","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S125","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
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{"bill_id":970088,"bill_number":"S87","title":"Establishing the office of Massachusetts main streets","description":"For legislation to establish the office of Massachusetts main streets. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1972","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S87/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S87","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970093,"bill_number":"S189","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970094,"bill_number":"S296","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970095,"bill_number":"S162","title":"Relative to parity in the restroom facility requirement for stadiums","description":"For legislation relative to parity in the restroom facility requirement for stadiums. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/16/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-05-09","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S162","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970101,"bill_number":"S35","title":"To promote employment","description":"For legislation to promote employment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S35/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S35","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970104,"bill_number":"S92","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S92/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S92","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970106,"bill_number":"S111","title":"Providing immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for an alcohol-related overdose","description":"For legislation to provide immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for an alcohol-related overdose. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970107,"bill_number":"S203","title":"Regarding funding the foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation relative to funding the foundation budget review commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970108,"bill_number":"S217","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on regional school district foundation budgets","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on regional school district foundation budgets. [EDUCATION].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970111,"bill_number":"S48","title":"To promote the appropriate treatment of young children","description":"For legislation to promote the appropriate treatment of young children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S48/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S48","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970113,"bill_number":"S157","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2605","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970116,"bill_number":"S215","title":"To promote and enhance civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S215","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970119,"bill_number":"S190","title":"For Community Institution Stabilization","description":"For legislation for Community Institution Stabilization. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S190","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970121,"bill_number":"S206","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding","description":"For legislation relative to thoroughbred horse breeding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970123,"bill_number":"S248","title":"Promoting civics education","description":"For legislation to promote civics education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970128,"bill_number":"S219","title":"To accelerate student success through expanded learning time","description":"For legislation to accelerate student success through expanded learning time. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970130,"bill_number":"S78","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S78/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S78","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970131,"bill_number":"S52","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to update terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S52/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S52","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970136,"bill_number":"S148","title":"Relative to mobile spas","description":"For legislation relative to mobile spas. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970139,"bill_number":"S133","title":"To reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"For legislation to reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S133","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970147,"bill_number":"S299","title":"Related to unfunded mandates on public schools","description":"For legislation related to unfunded mandates on public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970149,"bill_number":"S150","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/17/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S150","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970157,"bill_number":"S56","title":"Relative to passage to independence","description":"For legislation relative to passage to independence. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S56/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S56","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970159,"bill_number":"S271","title":"Establishing an educational mandate working group","description":"For legislation to establish an educational mandate working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970160,"bill_number":"S137","title":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists","description":"For legislation to provide for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-12-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S137","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970164,"bill_number":"S169","title":"Relative to secondary metal vehicle advertising","description":"For legislation relative to secondary metal vehicle advertising. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/18/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S169","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970167,"bill_number":"S72","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S72/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S72","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970171,"bill_number":"S308","title":"Strengthening and investing in our educators, students, and communities","description":"For legislation to strengthen and invest in our educators, students, and communities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4391","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S308","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970178,"bill_number":"S74","title":"Relative to the counting of certain residences as affordable housing","description":"For legislation relative to the counting of certain residences as affordable housing. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S74/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S74","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970184,"bill_number":"S202","title":"Creating a creative economy master plan","description":"For legislation to create a creative economy master plan. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S202/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970186,"bill_number":"S302","title":"Relative to substance abuse education in public schools","description":"For legislation relative to substance abuse education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970187,"bill_number":"S226","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970189,"bill_number":"S293","title":"Relative to Massachusetts high school diplomas","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts high school diplomas. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970192,"bill_number":"S140","title":"Relative to hearses","description":"For legislation relative to hearses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970193,"bill_number":"S175","title":"Relative to horse racing and wagering","description":"For legislation relative to horse racing and wagering. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970194,"bill_number":"S261","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"For legislation relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970195,"bill_number":"S247","title":"Relative to financial literacy education","description":"For legislation relative to high school financial literacy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970200,"bill_number":"S257","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"For legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970203,"bill_number":"S304","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2425","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970207,"bill_number":"S186","title":"To establish Gateway City Opportunity Zones","description":"For legislation to establish Gateway City Opportunity Zones. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970208,"bill_number":"S122","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate","description":"For legislation create a maximum allowable check-cashing rate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/26/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-12","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970209,"bill_number":"S266","title":"Relative to income eligible childcare","description":"For legislation relative to income eligible childcare. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2427","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970210,"bill_number":"S228","title":"To establish food allergy plans","description":"For legislation to establish food allergy plans. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2365","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970214,"bill_number":"S153","title":"Relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement","description":"For legislation relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2432","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970215,"bill_number":"S36","title":"Establishing the healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation to establish the healthy incentives program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S36/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S36","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970216,"bill_number":"S276","title":"Calling for a comprehensive study of vocational education in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to call for a comprehensive study of vocational education in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2258","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970219,"bill_number":"S184","title":"Relative to creating low profit limited liability companies","description":"For legislation to create low profit limited liability company small businesses. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970220,"bill_number":"S201","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970224,"bill_number":"S280","title":"Relative to equity in education funding","description":"For legislation relative to equity in education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2429","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970225,"bill_number":"S273","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970229,"bill_number":"S58","title":"Providing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S58/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S58","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970231,"bill_number":"S27","title":"Relative to juvenile justice data","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile justice data. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S27/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S27","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970235,"bill_number":"S174","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970236,"bill_number":"S196","title":"Relative to LLC filing fees","description":"For legislation to reduce certain Limited Liability Companies filing fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970238,"bill_number":"S227","title":"Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"For legislation to authorize a study of starting times and schedules. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970239,"bill_number":"S300","title":"Relative to education","description":"For legislation relative transportation reimbursement to out of district schools for special needs students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970243,"bill_number":"S274","title":"Promoting local control and effective training of school resource officers","description":"For legislation to promote local control and effective training of school resource officers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2257","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970245,"bill_number":"S145","title":"Protecting innocent sellers","description":"For legislation to establish nonmanufacturing seller liability. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/20/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-06-07","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970247,"bill_number":"S121","title":"Reducing regulations for hair braiders","description":"For legislation to reduce regulations for hair braiders. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/26/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-12","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970252,"bill_number":"S268","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970253,"bill_number":"S67","title":"Providing guidelines for home visiting programs","description":"For legislation to provide guidelines for home visiting programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H99","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S67/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S67","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970254,"bill_number":"S278","title":"Relative to civics and new media literacy education in schools","description":"For legislation relative to civics and new media literacy education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970258,"bill_number":"S86","title":"For community housing packages","description":"For legislation for community housing packages. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S86/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S86","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970259,"bill_number":"S80","title":"Relative to the smart growth housing trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to smart growth housing trust fund. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S80/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S80","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970261,"bill_number":"S144","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H195","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970264,"bill_number":"S212","title":"Further regulating the disposition of real property by a Regional School District","description":"For legislation to further regulate the disposition of real property by a Regional School District. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970265,"bill_number":"S282","title":"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970269,"bill_number":"S102","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970271,"bill_number":"S146","title":"Further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors","description":"For legislation to further regulate business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970274,"bill_number":"S85","title":"Relative to the zoning of education facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the zooming if education facilities at the University of Massachusetts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S85/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S85","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970275,"bill_number":"S229","title":"Relative to the availability of sunscreen for students","description":"For legislation relative to the availability of sunscreen for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S229","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970276,"bill_number":"S242","title":"Regarding breakfast in the classroom","description":"For legislation relative to breakfast in the classroom. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2441","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970280,"bill_number":"S75","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S75/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S75","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970283,"bill_number":"S134","title":"Relative to online lottery products","description":"For legislation relative to online lottery products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970284,"bill_number":"S244","title":"Resolve to promote better citizenship civics education and civic engagement","description":"For legislation to promote better citizenship civics education and civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S244","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970287,"bill_number":"S93","title":"To promote livable communities","description":"For legislation to promote livable communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S93/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S93","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970288,"bill_number":"S170","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4384","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970289,"bill_number":"S233","title":"To improve literacy skills","description":"For legislation to improve literacy skills. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970292,"bill_number":"S188","title":"Relative to marketing prioritized development sites","description":"For legislation relative to marketing prioritized development sites. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970293,"bill_number":"S258","title":"Further regulating family child care homes","description":"For legislation to further regulate early home childcare certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970295,"bill_number":"S89","title":"To address inequality, promote opportunity and end poverty","description":"For legislation to address inequality, promote opportunity and end poverty. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H125","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S89/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S89","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970296,"bill_number":"S130","title":"Removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports","description":"For legislation to remove fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Report amended by substitution of bill, see S2304","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970300,"bill_number":"S61","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts foster care review office","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts foster care review office. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2521","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S61/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S61","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970302,"bill_number":"S306","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970304,"bill_number":"S238","title":"Relative to rates of payment for early childhood education and care programs","description":"For legislation relative to rates of payment for early childhood education and care programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S221","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970308,"bill_number":"S120","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in debt collection. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970309,"bill_number":"S138","title":"Relative to the regulation of alcohol pricing","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation of alcohol pricing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/12/2017 from 02:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-08","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970311,"bill_number":"S62","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"For legislation relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H4664","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S62/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S62","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970314,"bill_number":"S114","title":"Authorizing the issuance of temporary licenses for the sale and auction of wines and malt beverages by nonprofit charitable corporations","description":"For legislation to authorize the issuance of temporary licenses for the sale and auction of wines and malt beverages by nonprofit charitable corporations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2414","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970315,"bill_number":"S57","title":"To provide financial assistance for funeral and burial expenses of the deceased to those in need","description":"For legislation to provide financial assistance for funeral and burial expenses of the deceased to those in need. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S57/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S57","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970316,"bill_number":"S168","title":"Regulating lottery funding","description":"For legislation to regulate lottery funding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/19/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970321,"bill_number":"S281","title":"To strengthen charter school data reporting","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening charter school data reporting. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970322,"bill_number":"S240","title":"Ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education","description":"For legislation to ensure high quality pre-kindergarten education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S221","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970324,"bill_number":"S156","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2472","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970325,"bill_number":"S100","title":"Relative to identity fraud","description":"For legislation relative to identity fraud. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970327,"bill_number":"S73","title":"Relative to work requirements","description":"For legislation relative to work requirements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S73/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S73","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970331,"bill_number":"S101","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970335,"bill_number":"S161","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/09/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970336,"bill_number":"S198","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S198","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970337,"bill_number":"S37","title":"Promoting financial stability and asset development","description":"For legislation to promote financial stability and asset development. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S37/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S37","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970339,"bill_number":"S132","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of interior design","description":"For legislation relative to advancing the profession of interior design. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/18/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970341,"bill_number":"S25","title":"Improving outcomes for transition age youth","description":"For legislation to improve outcomes for transition age youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S25/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S25","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970343,"bill_number":"S287","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970345,"bill_number":"S270","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"For legislation relative to school choice. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970346,"bill_number":"S39","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S39/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S39","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970347,"bill_number":"S205","title":"Relative to gaming machines made in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to gaming machines made in Massachusetts. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2486","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970360,"bill_number":"S369","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970361,"bill_number":"S380","title":"Providing a local option for ranked choice voting in city or town elections","description":"For legislation to provide a local option for ranked choice voting in city or town elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S380","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970362,"bill_number":"S737","title":"Relative to the oversight of affordable housing developments","description":"For legislation relative to the oversight of affordable housing developments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970363,"bill_number":"S687","title":"Establishing the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center Board of Directors","description":"For legislation to establish the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center Board of Directors. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970364,"bill_number":"S393","title":"Relative to election ballots","description":"For legislation relative to election ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970365,"bill_number":"S439","title":"Relative to solid waste practices","description":"For legislation to create a solid waste council. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2944","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970366,"bill_number":"S506","title":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations","description":"For legislation relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970367,"bill_number":"S431","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970368,"bill_number":"S350","title":"Protecting elders and persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to protecting elders and persons with disabilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970369,"bill_number":"S99","title":"Relative to safe application and removal of body art","description":"For legislation relative to safe application and removal of body art. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2413","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S99/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S99","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970370,"bill_number":"S682","title":"Creating a child savings program","description":"For legislation to create a child savings program for college. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2468","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970371,"bill_number":"S374","title":"Establishing voter identification procedures","description":"For legislation relative to establishing voter identification procedures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970372,"bill_number":"S683","title":"Establishing an education loan repayment program for social workers in areas of need","description":"For legislation to establish an education loan repayment program for social workers in areas of need. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970373,"bill_number":"S331","title":"Relative to increased access to safe swimming","description":"For legislation to increase access to safe swimming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2425","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970374,"bill_number":"S610","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970375,"bill_number":"S805","title":"Relative to archaic crimes","description":"For legislation relative to archaic crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S805","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970376,"bill_number":"S770","title":"Providing community-based sentencing alternatives for primary caretakers of dependent children who have been convicted of non-violent crimes","description":"For legislation to provide community-based sentencing alternatives for primary caretakers of dependent children who have been convicted of non-violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970377,"bill_number":"S741","title":"Requiring 40B cost certification","description":"For legislation to require 40B cost certification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970378,"bill_number":"S797","title":"Relative to the profits from crime","description":"For legislation relative to the profits from crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S797","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970379,"bill_number":"S447","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S429","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970380,"bill_number":"S819","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970381,"bill_number":"S589","title":"Relative to pet insurance","description":"For legislation relative to pet insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970382,"bill_number":"S435","title":"Relative to hunting near a dwelling","description":"For legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970383,"bill_number":"S644","title":"Benefitting the Community Hospital Reinvestment Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to benefit the Community Hospital Reinvestment Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970384,"bill_number":"S462","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970385,"bill_number":"S825","title":"Relative to special juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to special juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970386,"bill_number":"S440","title":"Relative to landfills and Areas of Critical Environmental Concern","description":"For legislation relative to landfills and Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970387,"bill_number":"S389","title":"To expand voting rights","description":"For legislation to expand voting rights. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970388,"bill_number":"S721","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2406","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970389,"bill_number":"S504","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970390,"bill_number":"S357","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970391,"bill_number":"S686","title":"Increasing transparency for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority","description":"For legislation to increase transparency for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970392,"bill_number":"S513","title":"Relative to access to vital healthcare information","description":"For legislation relative to access to vital healthcare information. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970393,"bill_number":"S417","title":"Re-establishing the Clean Environment Fund","description":"For legislation to re-establish the Clean Environment Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970394,"bill_number":"S515","title":"Relative to secure choice retirement savings plan","description":"For legislation relative to secure choice retirement savings plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2408","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970395,"bill_number":"S681","title":"Promoting access to debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislation to promote access to debt-free public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970396,"bill_number":"S786","title":"Relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment","description":"For legislation relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970397,"bill_number":"S762","title":"Modernizing the commonwealth's larceny laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the commonwealth's larceny laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970398,"bill_number":"S624","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970399,"bill_number":"S798","title":"To expand intensive parole supervision","description":"For legislation to expand intensive parole supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970400,"bill_number":"S790","title":"Codifying juvenile court best practices","description":"For legislation to codify juvenile court best practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970401,"bill_number":"S386","title":"Supporting working parents who choose to run for public office","description":"For legislation to support working parents who choose to run for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2898","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970402,"bill_number":"S828","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S828","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970403,"bill_number":"S757","title":"Relative to permitting the court to expunge the records of innocent persons, persons not connected to an alleged offense","description":"For legislation relative to permitting the court to expunge the records of innocent persons, persons not connected to an alleged offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970404,"bill_number":"S785","title":"To end child marriage in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to end child marriage in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970405,"bill_number":"S397","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970406,"bill_number":"S613","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970407,"bill_number":"S333","title":"Creating a disproportionate share childcare provider fund","description":"For legislation to create a disproportionate share childcare provider fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S221","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970408,"bill_number":"S701","title":"Relative to breaking generational cycles of poverty","description":"For legislation to break generational cycles of poverty. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970409,"bill_number":"S364","title":"Strengthening the Massachusetts home care program","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Massachusetts home care program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970410,"bill_number":"S609","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970411,"bill_number":"S655","title":"To ensure timely health care cost reporting","description":"For legislation to ensure timely health care cost reporting. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970412,"bill_number":"S438","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"For legislation to establish a snowmobile educational safety program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970413,"bill_number":"S650","title":"Relative to review of provider material changes","description":"For legislation relative to review of provider material changes. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970414,"bill_number":"S694","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970415,"bill_number":"S347","title":"Relative to rest homes","description":"For legislation to establish regulations at rest homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970416,"bill_number":"S670","title":"Authorizing state universities to offer clinical and doctorate programs","description":"For legislation to authorize state universities to offer clinical and doctorate programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H628","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970417,"bill_number":"S361","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970418,"bill_number":"S726","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"For legislation relative to bed bugs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2402","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970419,"bill_number":"S796","title":"To provide landowners title protection","description":"For legislation to provide landowners title protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970420,"bill_number":"S401","title":"Relative to the application for a convention of the states under article v of the constitution of the United States","description":"For legislation relative to the application for a convention of the states under article v of the constitution of the United States. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970421,"bill_number":"S352","title":"Relative to home care workforce initiatives","description":"For legislation relative to home care workforce initiatives. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2558","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970422,"bill_number":"S793","title":"Improving juror service","description":"For legislation to improve juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S793","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970423,"bill_number":"S372","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970424,"bill_number":"S664","title":"Establishing a healthcare insurance premium payment pool for working families","description":"For legislation to establish a healthcare insurance premium payment pool for working families. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970425,"bill_number":"S321","title":"Establishing an educational mandate working group","description":"For legislation to establish an educational mandate working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970426,"bill_number":"S469","title":"Relative to the positioning of compressor stations","description":"For legislation relative to the positioning of compressor stations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970427,"bill_number":"S749","title":"Ensuring affordability in perpetuity","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970428,"bill_number":"S402","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970429,"bill_number":"S568","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S568","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970432,"bill_number":"S437","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislation relative to outdoor heritage. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2464","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S437","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970434,"bill_number":"S520","title":"Relative to health insurer reserve requirements","description":"For legislation relative to health insurer reserve requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970435,"bill_number":"S584","title":"Relative to interstate branching of a credit union and the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"For legislation relative to interstate branching of a credit union and the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970436,"bill_number":"S647","title":"Ensuring 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970437,"bill_number":"S541","title":"To protect credit unions","description":"For legislation to protect credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970438,"bill_number":"S419","title":"Protecting the natural resources of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the natural resources of the commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2181","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970439,"bill_number":"S707","title":"Relative to college tuition and fees","description":"For legislation relative to college and universities tuition and fees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970440,"bill_number":"S730","title":"To provide sewer and water rate relief","description":"For legislation to establish a low-income sewer and water assistance program. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970441,"bill_number":"S362","title":"Establishing a statewide adopt-a-senior program","description":"For legislation to establish the adopt a senior program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970442,"bill_number":"S740","title":"Establishing a commission to study the feasibility of increasing adult disabled housing stock","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the feasibility of increasing adult disabled housing stock. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970443,"bill_number":"S381","title":"Relative to fair elections","description":"For legislation relative to fair elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970444,"bill_number":"S735","title":"Relative to full disclosure of fees","description":"For legislation relative to full disclosure of fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2405","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970445,"bill_number":"S780","title":"Clarifying that perpetrators of rape have no parental rights","description":"For legislation to clarify that perpetrators of rape have no parental rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S780","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":970446,"bill_number":"S753","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970447,"bill_number":"S378","title":"Enhancing transparency in campaign finance","description":"For legislation to enhance transparency in campaign finance. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970448,"bill_number":"S395","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970449,"bill_number":"S789","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970450,"bill_number":"S396","title":"Relative to unfunded election audits","description":"For legislation relative to unfunded election audits. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970451,"bill_number":"S453","title":"Resolve to review, consider, and evaluate, and to establish a suitable body and/or Special Commission to consider Climate Change Economic Consequences","description":"For legislation to review, consider, and evaluate, and to establish a suitable body and/or Special Commission to consider Climate Change Economic Consequences. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S453","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970452,"bill_number":"S311","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through biliteracy","description":"For legislation to promote global trade and economic development through biliteracy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2349","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970453,"bill_number":"S394","title":"To limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations","description":"For legislation to limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970454,"bill_number":"S715","title":"Updating chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update Chapter 40R. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2130","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970455,"bill_number":"S526","title":"Relative to out-of-network services provided by emergency medicine clinicians","description":"For legislation relative to out-of-network services provided by emergency medicine clinicians. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970456,"bill_number":"S316","title":"To promote alternative dispute resolution for students","description":"For legislation to promote alternative dispute resolution for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970457,"bill_number":"S698","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism and other developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2467","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970458,"bill_number":"S411","title":"Prohibiting the use of mobile gear in certain waters off the coast of the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of mobile gear in certain waters off the coast of the town of Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970459,"bill_number":"S709","title":"Establishing the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970460,"bill_number":"S537","title":"For greater fairness in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to provide greater fairness in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970461,"bill_number":"S531","title":"Relative to Tipping of TNC Drivers","description":"For legislation to require Transportation Network Companies to provide a tipping feature on their applications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970462,"bill_number":"S479","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":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970463,"bill_number":"S528","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"For legislation to increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2523","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970464,"bill_number":"S678","title":"Reforming the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship","description":"For legislation relative to codifying and reforming the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2468","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970465,"bill_number":"S559","title":"Relative to group marketing plans for automobile and homeowners insurance","description":"For legislation relative to group marketing plans for automobile and homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970466,"bill_number":"S562","title":"Relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance","description":"For legislation relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S562","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970467,"bill_number":"S674","title":"Relative to ensuring quality education and training programs","description":"For legislation to ensure quality education and training programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970468,"bill_number":"S654","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970469,"bill_number":"S429","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2249","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970470,"bill_number":"S390","title":"To create a citizens’ initiative review commission","description":"For legislation to create a citizens’ initiative review commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H368","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970471,"bill_number":"S422","title":"Relative to underground storage tank remediation","description":"For legislation relative to underground storage tank remediation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970472,"bill_number":"S538","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S538","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":970473,"bill_number":"S325","title":"Relative to Learning Innovation for Tomorrow (LIFT) to fund the foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation relative to Learning Innovation for Tomorrow (LIFT) to fund the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2429","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970474,"bill_number":"S642","title":"For a minimum hourly health improvement wage","description":"For legislation for a minimum hourly health improvement wage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S642","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970475,"bill_number":"S363","title":"Relative to affordable assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to develop a statewide master plan to increase the availability of affordable assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970476,"bill_number":"S616","title":"Providing health insurance coverage for cochlear and auditory osseointegrated implants in children","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for cochlear and auditory osseointegrated implants in children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970477,"bill_number":"S490","title":"Relative to wild and exotic animal performance prohibtion","description":"For legislation to prohibit wild and exotic animal performances. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970478,"bill_number":"S555","title":"Requiring mental health parity for disability policies","description":"For legislation to require mental health parity for disability policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970479,"bill_number":"S808","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970480,"bill_number":"S314","title":"Ensuring charter school integrity","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring the integrity of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970481,"bill_number":"S524","title":"Improving access to child and adolescent mental health services","description":"For legislation to improve access to child and adolescent mental health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970482,"bill_number":"S356","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970483,"bill_number":"S695","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2467","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970484,"bill_number":"S628","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S628","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970485,"bill_number":"S332","title":"Relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention","description":"For legislation relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2350","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970486,"bill_number":"S446","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970487,"bill_number":"S553","title":"Providing health insurance coverage for scalp and facial hair prosthesis","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for scalp and facial hair prosthesis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970488,"bill_number":"S434","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970489,"bill_number":"S416","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970490,"bill_number":"S693","title":"To expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities","description":"For legislation to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2468","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970491,"bill_number":"S594","title":"Relative to small group eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to small group eligibility. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970492,"bill_number":"S486","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970493,"bill_number":"S734","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"For legislation to facilitate site plan review. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970494,"bill_number":"S803","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S803","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970495,"bill_number":"S612","title":"Improving public health through a common application for core food, health and safety-net programs","description":"For legislation to improve public health through a common application for core food, health and safety-net programs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970496,"bill_number":"S663","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970497,"bill_number":"S376","title":"Relative to corporations, shareholders, and political expenditures","description":"For legislation relative to corporations, shareholders, and political expenditures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970498,"bill_number":"S758","title":"Permitting the court to expunge the record of persons struggling with substance abuse or charged with possession of certain Class D controlled substances","description":"For legislation to permit the court to expunge the record of persons struggling with substance abuse or charged with possession of certain Class D controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970499,"bill_number":"S722","title":"Promoting accessory dwelling units","description":"For legislation to promote accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970500,"bill_number":"S727","title":"To update Chapter 40B to support the creation of affordable housing while strengthening local oversight","description":"For legislation to update Chapter 40B to support the creation of affordable housing while strengthening local oversight. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970501,"bill_number":"S731","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970502,"bill_number":"S328","title":"Relative to the teaching of American Sign Language","description":"For legislation to teach American Sign language. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970503,"bill_number":"S403","title":"Establishing a commission to study dredging needs for recreational boating in commonwealth waterways","description":"For legislation establishing a commission to study dredging needs for recreational boating in commonwealth waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970504,"bill_number":"S330","title":"Relative to strengthening background checks","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening background checks. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970505,"bill_number":"S548","title":"Permitting provisional licensure for financial services","description":"For legislation to permit provisional licensure for financial services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970506,"bill_number":"S773","title":"To expand sentencing options","description":"For legislation to expand sentencing options. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970507,"bill_number":"S351","title":"Regarding home care cost sharing","description":"For legislation relative to home care cost sharing. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970508,"bill_number":"S566","title":"Relative to an affordable health plan","description":"For legislation relative to an affordable health plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970509,"bill_number":"S606","title":"To protect MassHealth applicants facing undue hardship","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970510,"bill_number":"S697","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970511,"bill_number":"S597","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S570","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970512,"bill_number":"S700","title":"To establish the Bridge the Gap Scholarship to universalize access to community colleges","description":"For legislation to establish the Bridge the Gap Scholarship to universalize access to community colleges. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970513,"bill_number":"S640","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970514,"bill_number":"S430","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970515,"bill_number":"S573","title":"Relative to transportation network companies","description":"For legislation relative to transportation network companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970516,"bill_number":"S704","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"For legislation to protect public higher education student information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970517,"bill_number":"S645","title":"Relative to health management and wellness","description":"For legislation relative to health management and wellness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970518,"bill_number":"S626","title":"To promote Graduate Medical Education","description":"For legislation to require MassHealth to make Graduate Medical Education payments. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970519,"bill_number":"S340","title":"Relative to the safe care of residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care","description":"For legislation relative to the safe care of residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970520,"bill_number":"S319","title":"Relative to enhancing special education services delivery","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing special education services delivery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970521,"bill_number":"S761","title":"Relative to judicial relief for substance abuse through diversion","description":"For legislation relative to judicial relief for substance abuse through diversion. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970522,"bill_number":"S771","title":"Improving juror service","description":"For legislation to improve juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 435 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970523,"bill_number":"S339","title":"Providing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S339","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":970524,"bill_number":"S543","title":"To provide equal access to medication assisted treatment","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to medication assisted treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970525,"bill_number":"S550","title":"Relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies","description":"For legislation to ensure transparency of health plan formularies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970526,"bill_number":"S388","title":"For political party endorsement reform","description":"For legislation for political party endorsement reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S388","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970527,"bill_number":"S653","title":"Relative to coverage for chronic illness","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for chronic illness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970528,"bill_number":"S579","title":"Relative to the supplemental 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970529,"bill_number":"S392","title":"For parity in all organizational and non-individual campaign contributions","description":"For legislation for parity in all organizational and non-individual campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S392","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970530,"bill_number":"S629","title":"Preserving special needs trusts for disabled seniors","description":"For legislation to preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970531,"bill_number":"S725","title":"Relative to interagency efforts to reduce and prevent homelessness","description":"For legislation relative to interagency efforts to reduce and prevent homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970532,"bill_number":"S383","title":"Relative to voter information privacy","description":"For legislation relative to voter information privacy. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S383","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":970533,"bill_number":"S516","title":"Relative to 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970534,"bill_number":"S427","title":"Relative to environmental justice and toxics release inventory","description":"For legislation to decrease the further siting or expansion of toxic release inventory facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970535,"bill_number":"S458","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970536,"bill_number":"S443","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"For legislation relative to solid waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2946","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970537,"bill_number":"S583","title":"To ensure access to generic medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to generic medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970538,"bill_number":"S484","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970539,"bill_number":"S535","title":"Relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970540,"bill_number":"S665","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970541,"bill_number":"S600","title":"To promote health equity","description":"For legislation to promote health equality. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970542,"bill_number":"S582","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2403","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970543,"bill_number":"S404","title":"Relative to increasing the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth's Hazardous Material Response Team","description":"For legislation to increase the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth's Hazardous Material Response Team. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970544,"bill_number":"S488","title":"Regulating the processing of lobsters","description":"For legislation to regulate the processing of lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4269","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970545,"bill_number":"S533","title":"Concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to dogs harbored upon the insured property","description":"For legislation 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970546,"bill_number":"S776","title":"Related to indigency","description":"For legislation relative to indigency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970547,"bill_number":"S668","title":"To ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970548,"bill_number":"S565","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S565/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970549,"bill_number":"S822","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970550,"bill_number":"S692","title":"Relative to community college tuition","description":"For legislation relative to community college tuition. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970551,"bill_number":"S475","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"For legislation relative to recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970552,"bill_number":"S460","title":"To prevent animal suffering by irresponsible breeding practices","description":"For legislation to prevent animal suffering by irresponsible breeding practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970553,"bill_number":"S468","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs","description":"For legislation relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970554,"bill_number":"S783","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"For legislation to improve medical decision making. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S783/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S783","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970555,"bill_number":"S529","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970556,"bill_number":"S794","title":"Improving juror service responses","description":"For legislation to improve juror service responses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970557,"bill_number":"S611","title":"Relative to oral health access for MassHealth patients","description":"For legislation relative to oral health access for MassHealth patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970558,"bill_number":"S745","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970559,"bill_number":"S510","title":"Relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief","description":"For legislation relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970560,"bill_number":"S552","title":"Relative to the continuity of care of mental health treatment","description":"For legislation relative to the continuity of care for mental health treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970561,"bill_number":"S699","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970562,"bill_number":"S572","title":"Relative to payments for use of ambulance services","description":"For legislation relative to payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970563,"bill_number":"S424","title":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","description":"For legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4234","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970564,"bill_number":"S748","title":"Relative to affordable housing and water infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing and water infrastructure. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S748","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970565,"bill_number":"S747","title":"Relative to preventing fraud in Massachusetts housing authorities","description":"For legislation relative to preventing fraud in Massachusetts housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2405","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970566,"bill_number":"S487","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970567,"bill_number":"S804","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970568,"bill_number":"S384","title":"Establishing open ballot primaries in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish open ballot primaries in the commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S384","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":970569,"bill_number":"S602","title":"Relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders","description":"For legislation relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970570,"bill_number":"S605","title":"Relative to physician assistants","description":"For legislation relative to physician assistants. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970571,"bill_number":"S607","title":"Relative to liability for medical assistance paid","description":"For legislation relative to liability for medical assistance paid. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970572,"bill_number":"S334","title":"Relative to birth to 3 early education","description":"For legislation relative to birth to 3 early education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S221","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970573,"bill_number":"S485","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970574,"bill_number":"S425","title":"Relative to drought management","description":"For legislation relative to drought management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970575,"bill_number":"S517","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970576,"bill_number":"S622","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970577,"bill_number":"S415","title":"Decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food","description":"For legislation to decrease food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970578,"bill_number":"S784","title":"Negating archaic statutes targeting young women","description":"For legislation to update public health laws regarding women's health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2260","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970579,"bill_number":"S601","title":"Establishing a commission relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers","description":"For legislation establishing a commission relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S601","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970580,"bill_number":"S544","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970581,"bill_number":"S661","title":"Relative to health insurance penalties","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance penalties. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970582,"bill_number":"S656","title":"Relative to hospital profit and fairness","description":"For legislation relative to hospital profit and fairness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970583,"bill_number":"S814","title":"Ensuring prisoners convicted of committing first-degree murder as a juvenile a meaningful opportunity to be heard at parole hearings","description":"For legislation relative to counsel at parole hearings for juvenile life sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970584,"bill_number":"S591","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"For legislation to protect access to confidential healthcare. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2296","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970585,"bill_number":"S470","title":"Banning the sale of cats and dogs in commercial pet shops","description":"By Mr. O'Connor, a petition of Patrick M. O'Connor, Sheila C. Harrington, Jason M. Lewis, Josh S. Cutler and other members of the General Court banning the sale of cats and dogs in commercial pet shops. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970586,"bill_number":"S632","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970587,"bill_number":"S599","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S599","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970589,"bill_number":"S406","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislation to protect dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2461","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970590,"bill_number":"S457","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970591,"bill_number":"S706","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"For legislation relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970592,"bill_number":"S412","title":"Relative to the pesticide board","description":"For legislation relative to the pesticide board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970593,"bill_number":"S454","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970594,"bill_number":"S729","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"For legislation relative to accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2132","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970595,"bill_number":"S459","title":"Concerning the use of animals in product testing","description":"For legislation relative to the use of animals in product testing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970596,"bill_number":"S625","title":"Relative to accountable care","description":"For legislation relative to accountable care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S625","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970597,"bill_number":"S779","title":"Related to parole","description":"For legislation relative to parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S779","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970598,"bill_number":"S581","title":"Relative to the compulsory automobile insurance limits","description":"For legislation relative to the compulsory automobile insurance limits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970599,"bill_number":"S518","title":"To require health care coverage for medically necessary treatment for certain students","description":"For legislation to require health care coverage for medically necessary treatment for certain students. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970600,"bill_number":"S571","title":"Relative to consumer notification","description":"For legislation relative to consumer notification. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970601,"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970602,"bill_number":"S534","title":"Relative to the remediation of home heating oil releases","description":"For legislation relative to the remediation of home heating oil releases. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970603,"bill_number":"S824","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970604,"bill_number":"S750","title":"Streamlining housing permitting","description":"For legislation to streamline housing permitting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2406","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970605,"bill_number":"S320","title":"Relative to labor market areas and the foundation budget","description":"For legislation relative to labor market areas and the foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2429","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970606,"bill_number":"S711","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970607,"bill_number":"S343","title":"Establishing a home care aide training registry","description":"For legislation to establish a home care aide training registry. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970608,"bill_number":"S508","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970609,"bill_number":"S719","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970610,"bill_number":"S335","title":"To streamline Care for Elders in a skilled nursing home","description":"For legislation to streamline Care for Elders in a skilled nursing home. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970611,"bill_number":"S635","title":"To improve the accessibility and affordability of pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern","description":"For legislation to improve the accessibility and affordability of pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970612,"bill_number":"S751","title":"Promoting savings for first time homebuyers","description":"For legislation to promote savings for first time homebuyers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970613,"bill_number":"S420","title":"Relative to streamflow standards","description":"For legislation relative to streamflow standards. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970614,"bill_number":"S677","title":"Protecting students and increasing accountability at Massachusetts colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to reform institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970615,"bill_number":"S618","title":"Establishing a public health insurance option","description":"For legislation to establish a public health insurance option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970616,"bill_number":"S777","title":"To reduce the criminalization of poverty","description":"For legislation to reduce the criminalization of poverty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970617,"bill_number":"S586","title":"Relative to single risk limitations","description":"For legislation relative to single risk limitations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970618,"bill_number":"S421","title":"Requiring 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970619,"bill_number":"S577","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"For legislation relative to public funds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970620,"bill_number":"S810","title":"Relative to the preservation of certain appellate rights","description":"For legislation to preserve certain appellate rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S810","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970621,"bill_number":"S791","title":"For justice reinvestment","description":"For legislation to increase neighborhood safety and opportunity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S791","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970622,"bill_number":"S519","title":"Promoting emerging financial technologies","description":"For legislation to promote emerging financial technologies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970623,"bill_number":"S684","title":"Relative to educating students about the cost of a college degree","description":"For legislation to educate students about the cost of a college degree. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970624,"bill_number":"S497","title":"Providing hearing aids for persons with sensory impairedness","description":"For legislation to require hearing aids to be covered by the Group Insurance Commission. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970625,"bill_number":"S614","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970626,"bill_number":"S324","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"For legislation relative to school choice. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2429","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970627,"bill_number":"S769","title":"To protect the rights of probationers","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of probationers in drug courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970628,"bill_number":"S501","title":"Expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"For legislation to expand access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2471","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970629,"bill_number":"S563","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"For legislation relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970630,"bill_number":"S471","title":"To promote solar hot water installations","description":"For legislation to promote solar hot water installations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970631,"bill_number":"S782","title":"Regulating supplementary proceeding filing fees","description":"For legislation to regulate supplementary proceeding filing fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S782","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970632,"bill_number":"S549","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"For legislation to advance and expand access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2471","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970633,"bill_number":"S720","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2405","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970634,"bill_number":"S717","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970635,"bill_number":"S464","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"For legislation further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2182","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970636,"bill_number":"S318","title":"To provide child exploitation awareness education","description":"For legislation to provide child exploitation awareness education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970637,"bill_number":"S823","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H718","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970638,"bill_number":"S595","title":"Relative to providing short term health care plans","description":"For legislation relative to providing short term health care plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970639,"bill_number":"S800","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2392","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970640,"bill_number":"S576","title":"Relative to credit and debit cards","description":"For legislation relative to credit and debit cards. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970641,"bill_number":"S592","title":"Relative to mandated benefits","description":"For legislation relative to mandated benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970642,"bill_number":"S491","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970643,"bill_number":"S336","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2604","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970644,"bill_number":"S483","title":"Relative to pesticide applications","description":"For legislation relative to pesticide applications. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970645,"bill_number":"S809","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970646,"bill_number":"S636","title":"To improve access to family physicians","description":"For legislation to improve access to family physicians. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970647,"bill_number":"S652","title":"To promote transparency and prevent price gouging of pharmaceutical drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency and prevent price gouging of pharmaceutical drug prices. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970648,"bill_number":"S710","title":"Establishing the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970649,"bill_number":"S359","title":"Relative to establishing senior citizen safety zones","description":"For legislation to establish senior citizen safety zones. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970650,"bill_number":"S688","title":"Eliminating form 901 reporting requirement","description":"For legislation to eliminate form 901 reporting requirement. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970651,"bill_number":"S608","title":"Relative to the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers","description":"For legislation relative to the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970652,"bill_number":"S724","title":"Relative to the Economic Mobility and Stability Program","description":"For legislation relative to the Economic Mobility and Stability Program Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970653,"bill_number":"S492","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970654,"bill_number":"S449","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970655,"bill_number":"S766","title":"Regarding assistant court clerks","description":"For legislation to provide four additional assistant clerks in Plymouth County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S766/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S766","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970656,"bill_number":"S341","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970657,"bill_number":"S646","title":"Ensuring 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2209","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970658,"bill_number":"S551","title":"Reducing health care costs through improved medication management","description":"For legislation to reduce health care costs through improved medication management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970659,"bill_number":"S327","title":"Relative to school safety on election day","description":"For legislation relative to school safety on election day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2384","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970660,"bill_number":"S478","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S479","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970661,"bill_number":"S500","title":"To equity law to foreclosure","description":"For legislation relative to alternatives to foreclosure. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970662,"bill_number":"S502","title":"Improving lives by ensuring access to brain injury treatment","description":"For legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970663,"bill_number":"S452","title":"For environmental, and water testing requirements, and funding thereof","description":"For legislation to create an for environmental, and water testing requirements, and funding act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S452","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970664,"bill_number":"S379","title":"For a United States constitutional amendment and amendments convention","description":"For legislation for a United States constitutional amendment and amendments convention. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2243","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970665,"bill_number":"S774","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970666,"bill_number":"S465","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2017-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970667,"bill_number":"S423","title":"Improving municipal water infrastructure","description":"For legislation to improve municipal water infrastructure. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2462","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970668,"bill_number":"S546","title":"To promote value-based insurance design in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote value-based insurance design in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970669,"bill_number":"S604","title":"To increase MassHealth rates","description":"For legislation to increase MassHealth rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970670,"bill_number":"S716","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Reported from the committee on Senate Rules and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970671,"bill_number":"S575","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970672,"bill_number":"S744","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970673,"bill_number":"S398","title":"Relative to campaign contribution cycles","description":"For legislation relative to campaign contribution cycles. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970674,"bill_number":"S703","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations","description":"For legislation relative to advanced placement examinations. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2275","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970675,"bill_number":"S578","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970676,"bill_number":"S530","title":"Relative to short-term disability insurance disclosure","description":"For legislation to include childbirth under insurance policies providing for disability income. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970677,"bill_number":"S739","title":"Relative to 40B project lists","description":"For legislation relative to 40B project lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S739","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970678,"bill_number":"S673","title":"To improve the excellence to teaching programs","description":"For legislation to improve the excellence to teaching programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970679,"bill_number":"S643","title":"To promote public health through the prevention and wellness trust fund","description":"For legislation to promote public health through the prevention and wellness trust fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970680,"bill_number":"S621","title":"To reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention","description":"For legislation to reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970681,"bill_number":"S772","title":"Relative to the establishing of criminal penalties, under Public Corruption Laws, for violating the oaths of office as prescribed by the Massachusetts Constitution and M.G.L. c. 221 § 38","description":"For legislation to establish criminal penalties, under Public Corruption Laws, for violating the oaths of office as prescribed by the Massachusetts Constitution and M.G.L. c. 221 § 38. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S772","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":970682,"bill_number":"S821","title":"Making corrections to the adopted children's act","description":"Relative to the adoption of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970683,"bill_number":"S708","title":"Relative to access to higher education for veterans","description":"For legislation to allow in-state tuition rates for veterans. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970684,"bill_number":"S732","title":"Resolve relative to a special commission on public housing","description":"For legislation relative to creating a special commission on public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2405","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970685,"bill_number":"S718","title":"Relative to credit building","description":"For legislation relative to credit building. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970686,"bill_number":"S787","title":"To protect fundamental freedoms and prohibit discriminatory registration programs","description":"For legislation relative to freedom of speech and association. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970687,"bill_number":"S323","title":"Relative to student achievement","description":"For legislation relative to student achievement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2442","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970688,"bill_number":"S736","title":"Relative to affordable housing built near wetlands","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing built near wetlands. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970689,"bill_number":"S366","title":"Relative to early voting in municipal elections","description":"For legislation relative to early voting in municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970690,"bill_number":"S448","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2394","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970691,"bill_number":"S338","title":"Relative to public health","description":"For legislation relative to public health. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2398","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970692,"bill_number":"S442","title":"Promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create an Agricultural Resolve and Security Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970693,"bill_number":"S348","title":"Relative to small house nursing homes","description":"For legislation relative to regulations for small house nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S348","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970696,"bill_number":"S561","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S561","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970699,"bill_number":"S620","title":"Relative to fiduciary responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to fiduciary responsibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970700,"bill_number":"S467","title":"To regulate hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to regulate hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2017-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970701,"bill_number":"S558","title":"Relative to the fiduciary responsibility of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts","description":"For legislation relative to the fiduciary responsibility of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970702,"bill_number":"S585","title":"Relative to the investment authority of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"For legislation relative to the investment authority of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970703,"bill_number":"S807","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S807","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970704,"bill_number":"S511","title":"Relative to ensuring treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H581","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970705,"bill_number":"S816","title":"Expanding juvenile court jurisdiction and district court diversion","description":"For legislation to expand juvenile court jurisdiction and district court diversion. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S816","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970706,"bill_number":"S455","title":"Relative to drinking water and ground water research","description":"For legislation relative to drinking water and ground water research. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970707,"bill_number":"S345","title":"Authorizing the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences","description":"For legislation to authorize the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2557","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970708,"bill_number":"S696","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2467","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970709,"bill_number":"S560","title":"Pertaining to cancellation of motor vehicle liability policies","description":"For legislation relative to cancellation of motor vehicle liability policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970710,"bill_number":"S220","title":"Relative to the Municipal Revenue Growth Factor","description":"For legislation relative to the Municipal Revenue Growth Factor and school aid. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2352","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970711,"bill_number":"S536","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"For legislation to continue education of insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970712,"bill_number":"S377","title":"Relative to election officers","description":"For legislation relative to election officers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970713,"bill_number":"S763","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970714,"bill_number":"S400","title":"To remove unfair incumbent advantage from the ballot and to change \"unenrolled\" to \"Unaffiliated\"","description":"For legislation to remove unfair incumbent advantage from the ballot and to change unenrolled to independent. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970715,"bill_number":"S473","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970716,"bill_number":"S669","title":"Providing access to higher education 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970717,"bill_number":"S627","title":"To promote transparency in prescription drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in prescription drug prices. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970718,"bill_number":"S532","title":"Relative to full application of telemedicine coverage","description":"For legislation relative to the use of interactive audio, video or other electronic media for the purpose of medical diagnosis, consultation or treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2471","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970719,"bill_number":"S812","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S812","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970720,"bill_number":"S588","title":"Relative to disability insurance benefits","description":"For legislation relative to disability insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S588","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":970721,"bill_number":"S418","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer breweries","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2459","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970722,"bill_number":"S354","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970723,"bill_number":"S505","title":"Relative to medical loss ratio for insurance corporations","description":"For legislation relative to medical loss ratio for insurance corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970724,"bill_number":"S444","title":"Relative to agricultural disaster relief","description":"For legislation relative to agricultural disaster relief. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970725,"bill_number":"S691","title":"Promoting access to higher education beginning at birth","description":"For legislation to promote access to higher education beginning at birth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2468","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970726,"bill_number":"S767","title":"Providing indemnity from prosecution for probation officers and court officers employed by the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to provide indemnity from prosecution for probation officers and court officers employed by the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970727,"bill_number":"S615","title":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970728,"bill_number":"S342","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970729,"bill_number":"S540","title":"Relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees","description":"For legislation relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970730,"bill_number":"S781","title":"To protect the privacy of children in eviction proceedings","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of children in eviction proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970731,"bill_number":"S760","title":"Relative to diversion programs","description":"For legislation relative to diversion programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970732,"bill_number":"S360","title":"To repeal the nursing home tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the nursing home tax. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970733,"bill_number":"S545","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H482","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970734,"bill_number":"S755","title":"Restricting fine time sentences","description":"For legislation to restrict fine time sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970735,"bill_number":"S489","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"For legislation to protect research animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2387","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970736,"bill_number":"S690","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation relative to the endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2235","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970737,"bill_number":"S820","title":"Relative to criminal forfeiture","description":"For legislation relative to criminal forfeiture. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970738,"bill_number":"S346","title":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","description":"For legislation 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970739,"bill_number":"S795","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970740,"bill_number":"S507","title":"Relative to women’s health","description":"For legislation relative to women’s health. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970741,"bill_number":"S409","title":"Relative to vegetation management","description":"For legislation relative to vegetation management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970742,"bill_number":"S713","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970743,"bill_number":"S590","title":"Relative to vacated foreclosed residential property","description":"For legislation relative to vacated foreclosed residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970744,"bill_number":"S676","title":"Expanding the community college training incentive program","description":"For legislation to expand the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2297","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970745,"bill_number":"S450","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2382","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970746,"bill_number":"S633","title":"Promoting workforce development and provider retention at community health centers","description":"For legislation to promote workforce development and provider retention at community health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970747,"bill_number":"S623","title":"To address the financial sustainability of the health safety net","description":"For legislation to address the financial sustainability of the health safety net. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970748,"bill_number":"S353","title":"To prevent patient abuse and death in nursing homes","description":"For legislation to prevent patient abuse and death in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970749,"bill_number":"S433","title":"Expanding the powers of the director of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"For legislation relative to bow and arrow hunting season. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970750,"bill_number":"S638","title":"Establishing a public health option","description":"For legislation to establish a public health option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970751,"bill_number":"S399","title":"Relative to ballot modernization","description":"For legislation relative to ballot modernization. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970752,"bill_number":"S675","title":"Containing fee increases at the University of Massachusetts and state universities","description":"For legislation relative to fees at community colleges and state universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970753,"bill_number":"S593","title":"To strengthen pharmacy benefit management","description":"For legislation to strengthen pharmacy benefit management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970754,"bill_number":"S322","title":"Relative to homeless children school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to homeless children school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970755,"bill_number":"S522","title":"Reducing the financial burden of surprise medical bills for patients","description":"For legislation reduce the financial burden of surprise medical bills for patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970756,"bill_number":"S432","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S446","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970757,"bill_number":"S765","title":"Strengthening the penalty for assault or assault and battery on emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider","description":"For legislation to strengthen the penalty for assault or assault and battery on emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970758,"bill_number":"S596","title":"Relative to coordination of benefit forms","description":"For legislation relative to coordination of benefit forms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970759,"bill_number":"S413","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970760,"bill_number":"S503","title":"Relative to preventing fraud","description":"For legislation relative to preventing fraud in life and accident and health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970761,"bill_number":"S499","title":"Advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state (ACCESS)","description":"For legislation relative to women’s health and economic equity. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2204","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970762,"bill_number":"S557","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970763,"bill_number":"S574","title":"Relative to homeowners' fire insurance policies","description":"For legislation relative to the homeowners' fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970764,"bill_number":"S456","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2465","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970765,"bill_number":"S514","title":"Providing for coverage of necessary aqua therapy","description":"For legislation to provide for coverage of necessary aqua therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970766,"bill_number":"S463","title":"Relative to out of state mooring","description":"For legislation relative to out of state mooring. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970767,"bill_number":"S313","title":"Relative to dyslexia","description":"For legislation relative to dyslexia. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2443","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970768,"bill_number":"S752","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970769,"bill_number":"S651","title":"To safeguard access to patient medical records","description":"For legislation to safeguard access to patient medical records. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970770,"bill_number":"S815","title":"Expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders","description":"For legislation to expand eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970771,"bill_number":"S634","title":"To establish a state Epinephrine bulk purchase program","description":"For legislation to establish a state Epinephrine bulk purchase program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970772,"bill_number":"S436","title":"Relative to public space recycling","description":"For legislation relative to public space recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970773,"bill_number":"S315","title":"Relative to school safety issues","description":"For legislation relative to school safety issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2384","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S315","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970774,"bill_number":"S801","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970775,"bill_number":"S368","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970776,"bill_number":"S738","title":"Relative to 40B use restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to 40B use restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970777,"bill_number":"S525","title":"Requiring insurance coverage for emergency psychiatric services","description":"For legislation to require insurance coverage for emergency psychiatric services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970778,"bill_number":"S802","title":"Relative to probation surrender","description":"For legislation relative to probation surrender and bail revocation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S802","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970779,"bill_number":"S679","title":"Relative to the University of Massachusetts’ ability to insure buildings","description":"For legislation relative to the University of Massachusetts’ ability to insure buildings. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970780,"bill_number":"S806","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2500","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970781,"bill_number":"S358","title":"Relative to the Nursing Home Quality Jobs Initiative","description":"For legislation relative to the Nursing Home Quality Jobs Initiative. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2604","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970782,"bill_number":"S391","title":"For Primary Election Reform","description":"For legislation for Primary Election Reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S391","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970783,"bill_number":"S756","title":"Relative to protecting free speech through the anti-slaap law","description":"For legislation relative to protecting free speech through the anti-slaap law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970784,"bill_number":"S482","title":"Relative to the re-use of soil for large reclamation projects","description":"For legislation relative to the re-use of soil for large reclamation projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970785,"bill_number":"S375","title":"Promoting political participation","description":"For legislation to promote political participation through voluntary contributions . Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970786,"bill_number":"S657","title":"Relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations","description":"For legislation relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970787,"bill_number":"S818","title":"Relative to credit for good conduct","description":"For legislation relative to credit for good conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970788,"bill_number":"S754","title":"Safeguarding the health care decisions of young adults","description":"For legislation to safeguard the health care decisions of young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970789,"bill_number":"S414","title":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping","description":"For legislation relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2230","last_action_date":"2017-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970790,"bill_number":"S587","title":"Modernizing the Credit Union Laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the Credit Union Laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2556","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970791,"bill_number":"S667","title":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","description":"For legislation to ensure students' access to academic transcripts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2274","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970792,"bill_number":"S742","title":"Relating to 40B subsidies","description":"For legislation relative to 40B subsidies. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970793,"bill_number":"S826","title":"To Amend G.L. c. 221 § 27A: Obsolete or useless papers; disposition, destruction or storage","description":"For legislation to amend G.L. c. 221 § 27A: Obsolete or useless papers; disposition, destruction or storage. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970794,"bill_number":"S428","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970795,"bill_number":"S461","title":"Requiring the supervision of animals at day care services","description":"For legislation to require the supervision of animals at day care services. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2461","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970796,"bill_number":"S451","title":"To protect pollinator habitat","description":"For legislation to protect pollinator habitat. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2460","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970797,"bill_number":"S547","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970798,"bill_number":"S788","title":"To protect girls from genital mutilation","description":"For legislation to protect girls from genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970799,"bill_number":"S480","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2183","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S480","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970800,"bill_number":"S539","title":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","description":"For legislation to promote continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970801,"bill_number":"S685","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970802,"bill_number":"S705","title":"Relative to early college high schools","description":"For legislation relative to early college high schools. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2276","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970803,"bill_number":"S382","title":"Relating to contribution fairness","description":"For legislation relative to contribution fairness. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970804,"bill_number":"S648","title":"Regarding MassHealth applications","description":"Relative to providing for a presumptive eligibility program for MassHealth applicants. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970805,"bill_number":"S476","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970806,"bill_number":"S387","title":"Resolutions calling on Congress to abolish the Electoral College and allow for the direct election of the President and Vice President by the popular vote of all citizens of the United States","description":"By Mr. Lesser, a petition of Eric P. Lesser, Michael J. Barrett, Lori A. Ehrlich, Sal N. DiDomenico and other members of the General Court for the adoption of resolutions calling on Congress to abolish the Electoral College and allow for the direct election of the President and Vice President by the popular vote of all citizens of the United States. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970807,"bill_number":"S474","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970808,"bill_number":"S365","title":"Restoring financial transparency in presidential elections","description":"For legislation to restore financial transparency in presidential elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970809,"bill_number":"S689","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970810,"bill_number":"S617","title":"Supporting equal access to community care for elders and the disabled","description":"For legislation to support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H593","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970811,"bill_number":"S759","title":"Relative to civil infractions for juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to civil infractions for juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970812,"bill_number":"S630","title":"To restore affordable Health Connector coverage","description":"For legislation to preserve affordable health coverage for Massachusetts residents. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970813,"bill_number":"S326","title":"Relative to the foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation relative to the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970814,"bill_number":"S570","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970815,"bill_number":"S472","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":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2017-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970816,"bill_number":"S658","title":"To remove the restrictions on the licenses of 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 certified registered nurse anesthetists as recommended by the Institute of Medicine and the Federal Trade Commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970817,"bill_number":"S569","title":"Relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970818,"bill_number":"S493","title":"Relative to the preservation of land designated areas of critical concern","description":"For legislation to preserve land in designated areas of critical concern. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970819,"bill_number":"S567","title":"Relative to the definition of certificate of insurance","description":"For legislation to define a certificate of insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970820,"bill_number":"S370","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970821,"bill_number":"S556","title":"Relative to medication synchronization","description":"For legislation relative to medication synchronization. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2202","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970822,"bill_number":"S564","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970823,"bill_number":"S660","title":"Relative to health care non-discrimination","description":"For legislation relative to health care non-discrimination. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970824,"bill_number":"S672","title":"Resolutions supporting efforts to ensure that students from Massachusetts have access to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to support efforts to ensure that students from Massachusetts have access to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970825,"bill_number":"S649","title":"Relative to premium impact statements","description":"For legislation relative to premium impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970826,"bill_number":"S405","title":"To restrict the use of 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970827,"bill_number":"S746","title":"Relative to enhanced housing authority screening","description":"For legislation to enhance housing authority screening. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2405","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970828,"bill_number":"S317","title":"Increasing accountability of DESE contracts","description":"For legislation to increase accountability of DESE contracts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2426","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970829,"bill_number":"S813","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970830,"bill_number":"S542","title":"To make out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drug coverage more affordable","description":"For legislation to make out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drug coverage more affordable. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970831,"bill_number":"S792","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S792","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970832,"bill_number":"S349","title":"Resolve to examine cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to examine cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970833,"bill_number":"S554","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms and breast cancer screening","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage for mammograms and breast cancer screening. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970834,"bill_number":"S778","title":"Requiring mandatory rent escrow","description":"For legislation to require mandatory rent escrow. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S778","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":970835,"bill_number":"S495","title":"Relative to waste removal plans for transfer stations","description":"For legislation relative to waste removal plans for transfer stations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970836,"bill_number":"S426","title":"Relative to environmental justice and toxics reduction in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to environmental justice and toxics reduction in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2913","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970837,"bill_number":"S466","title":"Relative to inspections of sewage treatment systems","description":"For legislation relative to inspections of sewage treatment systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970838,"bill_number":"S637","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970839,"bill_number":"S371","title":"Establishing election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970840,"bill_number":"S373","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"For legislation relative to automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970841,"bill_number":"S619","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970842,"bill_number":"S512","title":"Relative to the collaborative agreement of a public health dental hygienist","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice insurance for dentists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970843,"bill_number":"S477","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S479","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970844,"bill_number":"S441","title":"Further regulating siting of solid waste facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate siting of solid waste facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970845,"bill_number":"S310","title":"Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities","description":"For legislation relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2428","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970846,"bill_number":"S775","title":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court","description":"For legislation relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970847,"bill_number":"S817","title":"Relative to testimony in criminal proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to testimony in criminal proceedings . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970848,"bill_number":"S521","title":"Relative to the honoring and cashing of checks","description":"For legislation relative to the honoring and cashing of checks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970849,"bill_number":"S733","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2401","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970850,"bill_number":"S312","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"For legislation to interrupt the school to prison pipeline. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2384","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S312","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":970851,"bill_number":"S811","title":"Making technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act","description":"For legislation to make technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/12/2017 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2017-08-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970852,"bill_number":"S680","title":"Relative to uniform financial aid information","description":"For legislation relative to uniform financial aid information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2247","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S680","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970854,"bill_number":"S580","title":"Relative to commonwealth automobile reinsurers","description":"For legislation relative to commonwealth automobile reinsurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970855,"bill_number":"S728","title":"For Chapter 40B reform and improvement","description":"For legislation for Chapter 40B reform and improvement. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2404","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S728","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970856,"bill_number":"S662","title":"Relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970857,"bill_number":"S764","title":"Relative to the valuation of professional practices in divorce proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to the valuation of professional practices in divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970858,"bill_number":"S527","title":"Relative to telemedicine","description":"For legislation relative to telemedicine. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2471","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970859,"bill_number":"S639","title":"To update Medicaid resource limits for seniors","description":"For legislation to update Medicaid resource limits for seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970860,"bill_number":"S410","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":"For legislation to establish 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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4133","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970861,"bill_number":"S799","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S799","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970862,"bill_number":"S494","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2489","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970863,"bill_number":"S659","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"For legislation to improve health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970864,"bill_number":"S445","title":"Relative to Sunday hunting","description":"For legislation relative to Sunday hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970865,"bill_number":"S641","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H622","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970866,"bill_number":"S666","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2466","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970867,"bill_number":"S367","title":"Allowing election day registration","description":"For legislation to allow election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970868,"bill_number":"S407","title":"Relative to agricultural composting programs","description":"For legislation relative to agricultural composting programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970869,"bill_number":"S329","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2424","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970870,"bill_number":"S671","title":"Relative to state reciprocity agreements","description":"For legislation relative to state reciprocity agreements. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970871,"bill_number":"S712","title":"Relative to the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to create a Finish Line Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970872,"bill_number":"S498","title":"Relative to communications between health insurers and patients","description":"For legislation relative to communications between health insurers and patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970873,"bill_number":"S523","title":"Ensuring access to medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970874,"bill_number":"S509","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970875,"bill_number":"S344","title":"Directing the administration to amend the Frail Elder Home and Community-Based Waiver to permit eligible older adults to choose to reside in Certified Assisted Living Residences","description":"For legislation to direct the administration to amend the Frail Elder Home and Community-Based Waiver to permit eligible older adults to choose to reside in Certified Assisted Living Residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970876,"bill_number":"S603","title":"Relating to equitable provider reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to equitable provide reimbursement for non-network providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970877,"bill_number":"S355","title":"To ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970878,"bill_number":"S408","title":"To reduce plastic packaging waste","description":"For legislation to establish the Sustainable Food Service Ware Act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H412","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970879,"bill_number":"S337","title":"To improve the licensure of skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to improve the licensure of skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2419","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970880,"bill_number":"S1291","title":"Expanding the use of community corrections and diversion","description":"For legislation to expand the use of community corrections and diversion. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970881,"bill_number":"S1184","title":"Modernizing childhood lead poisoning prevention","description":"For legislation to modernize childhood lead poisoning prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2642","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970882,"bill_number":"S1122","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970883,"bill_number":"S1647","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970884,"bill_number":"S929","title":"Relative to the unsealing of records","description":"For legislation relative to the unsealing of records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970885,"bill_number":"S1186","title":"Relative to HIV screening and prevention","description":"For legislation relative to HIV screening and prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2445","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970886,"bill_number":"S1800","title":"No One Stand Alone Act","description":"For legislation to create a No One Stand Alone Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1800","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":970887,"bill_number":"S944","title":"Relative to sealing of juvenile records and expungement of court records","description":"For legislation relative to sealing of juvenile records and expungement of court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970888,"bill_number":"S1429","title":"To provide retirement benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation to provide retirement benefits for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970889,"bill_number":"S1236","title":"To preserve the eternal bonds between people and their animals","description":"For legislation to allow humans and their pets remains to be buried together. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970890,"bill_number":"S960","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970891,"bill_number":"S1521","title":"Improving the earned income credit for healthier families","description":"For legislation to improve the earned income credit for healthier families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3852","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970892,"bill_number":"S1508","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970893,"bill_number":"S948","title":"Promoting rental housing stability","description":"For legislation to promote rental housing stability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970894,"bill_number":"S1787","title":"Holiday Relief Care Act","description":"For legislation to create the Holiday Relief Care Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1787","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":970895,"bill_number":"S1366","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970896,"bill_number":"S1152","title":"Authorizing the town of Wareham to lease certain land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wareham to lease certain land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970897,"bill_number":"S1168","title":"Resolve to re-establish the Brain Injury Commission","description":"For legislation to re-establish the Brain Injury Commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970898,"bill_number":"S959","title":"Relative to habitual drunk drivers","description":"For legislation relative to habitual drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970899,"bill_number":"S1981","title":"Relative to the composition of the MassDOT board of directors","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transporation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2277","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1981","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970900,"bill_number":"S1931","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970901,"bill_number":"S1064","title":"Relative to the regulatory authority for oversight of the recreational marijuana industry","description":"For legislation relative to the regulatory authority for oversight of the recreational marijuana industry. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1064/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970902,"bill_number":"S1278","title":"Protecting in-person visitation for inmates","description":"For legislation to protect in-person visitation for inmates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970903,"bill_number":"S1627","title":"Establishing a tax credit for employment of veterans","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for employers of veterans who received an honorable discharge. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970904,"bill_number":"S1958","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Infrastructure Bank","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Infrastructure Bank. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970905,"bill_number":"S1008","title":"Protecting employees who receive wages by payroll debit cards","description":"For legislation to protect employees who receive wages by payroll debit cards. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2447","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1008/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970906,"bill_number":"S1762","title":"Establishing a commission on government accountability, economy, and efficiency","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on government accountability, economy, and efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970907,"bill_number":"S1639","title":"Relative to the earned income tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3852","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970908,"bill_number":"S1390","title":"Relative to restoration to service","description":"Relative to the restoration to service for certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970909,"bill_number":"S1944","title":"To establish a Massachusetts Transportation Endowment Fund (MTEF)","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Transportation Endowment Fund (MTEF). Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1944","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970910,"bill_number":"S845","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S845/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970911,"bill_number":"S1777","title":"Relative to structural steel","description":"For legislation relative to structural steel. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970912,"bill_number":"S1994","title":"Relative to fix it first plan","description":"For legislation relative to fix it first plan. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2277","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970913,"bill_number":"S1938","title":"Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2358","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970914,"bill_number":"S1568","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"For legislation relative to discharge of indebtedness of principal residence from gross income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3337","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970915,"bill_number":"S1590","title":"Establishing a tax credit for individuals paying college tuition","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for individuals paying college tuition. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970916,"bill_number":"S1952","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970917,"bill_number":"S1287","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970918,"bill_number":"S1928","title":"Relative to school bus driver licensing","description":"For legislation relative to school bus driver licensing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2457","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970919,"bill_number":"S1599","title":"Establishing a tax credit for teachers purchasing supplies","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for teachers purchasing supplies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970920,"bill_number":"S1310","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970921,"bill_number":"S1593","title":"Establishing a tax credit for small businesses","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for small bussinesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970922,"bill_number":"S1622","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970923,"bill_number":"S1397","title":"Establishing creditable service for veterans","description":"For legislation to establish credible service for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970924,"bill_number":"S1676","title":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden","description":"For legislation to provide for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2576","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970925,"bill_number":"S840","title":"Relative to regulating trade secrets and noncompetition agreements","description":"For legislation relative to regulating trade secrets and noncompetition agreements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970926,"bill_number":"S1792","title":"Sweet 16 Provider Training Act","description":"For legislation to create a Sweet 16 Provider Training Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1792","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":970927,"bill_number":"S911","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S911","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970928,"bill_number":"S1943","title":"To protect motorists from excessive EZ-Pass fees and fines","description":"For legislation to protect motorists from excessive EZ-Pass fees and fines. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970929,"bill_number":"S1354","title":"Prohibiting the illegal lending of firearms","description":"For legislation to prohibit the illegal lending of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970930,"bill_number":"S981","title":"To ensure courthouse security","description":"For legislation to ensure courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S981","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970931,"bill_number":"S1228","title":"Relative to students of chiropractic","description":"For legislation relative to students of chiropractic. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970932,"bill_number":"S1480","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"For legislation relative to pension forfeiture. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1480","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970933,"bill_number":"S1768","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970934,"bill_number":"S1713","title":"Regarding Huntington's Disease Awareness Month","description":"For legislation relative to Huntington's Disease Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970935,"bill_number":"S1226","title":"Prohibiting the use of fluoride in public drinking water in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of fluoride in public drinking water in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1226","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":970936,"bill_number":"S835","title":"Criminalizing sexual assault by fraud by a medical professional","description":"For legislation to criminalize sexual assault by fraud by a medical professional. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2289","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970937,"bill_number":"S1638","title":"To increase transparency of taxpayers rights","description":"For legislation to increase transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970938,"bill_number":"S1076","title":"Relative to energy efficient marijuana cultivation","description":"For legislation relative to energy efficient marijuana cultivation. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1076","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970940,"bill_number":"S988","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970941,"bill_number":"S1176","title":"Making technical changes to the Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety and Medical Error Reduction enabling statute","description":"For legislation to make a technical changes to the Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety and Medical Error Reduction enabling statute. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970942,"bill_number":"S1108","title":"Relative to expanding access and safety of mental health services","description":"For legislation relative to expanding access and safety of mental health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2508","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970943,"bill_number":"S1790","title":"Transport Provider Program Act","description":"For legislation to create a Transport Provider Program Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1790","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":970945,"bill_number":"S1617","title":"Clarifying the local taxation of clean energy producing property","description":"For legislation to clarify the local taxation of clean energy producing property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1617","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970948,"bill_number":"S1930","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 to establish 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1930","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":970949,"bill_number":"S2026","title":"Updating veterans’ burial expenses","description":"For legislation to update veterans’ burial expenses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2026","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970951,"bill_number":"S1832","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":"2017-01-23","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1832","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970954,"bill_number":"S860","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970955,"bill_number":"S1878","title":"Relative to solar mobility systems","description":"For legislation relative to solar mobility systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970956,"bill_number":"S1961","title":"Relative to the use of video screens while operating a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation relative to the use of video screens while operating a motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2434","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970957,"bill_number":"S1272","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970958,"bill_number":"S1891","title":"Regulating the location of pipelines","description":"For legislation to regulate the location of pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1891","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970959,"bill_number":"S1214","title":"To enhance access to prescription information and overdose reporting for care coordination","description":"For legislation to enhance access to prescription information and overdose reporting for care coordination. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1214/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970960,"bill_number":"S1822","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts next generation network initiative promoting gigabit broadband networks","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts next generation network initiative promoting gigabit broadband networks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970961,"bill_number":"S1663","title":"Relative property tax liability reduction for volunteer services","description":"For legislation relative property tax liability reduction for volunteer services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970962,"bill_number":"S1430","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2564","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970963,"bill_number":"S1252","title":"Relative to air monitoring stations","description":"For legislation relative to air monitoring stations and natural gas compression stations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970964,"bill_number":"S842","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970965,"bill_number":"S1618","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970966,"bill_number":"S1842","title":"Requiring the disclosure of terms for solar panel installations","description":"For legislation to require the disclosure of terms for solar panel installations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970967,"bill_number":"S1025","title":"Relative to public higher education collective labor contracts","description":"For legislation relative to public higher education collective labor contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1025","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970968,"bill_number":"S1070","title":"Relative to penalties for underage possession and use of marijuana tobacco and alcohol","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for underage possession and use of marijuana tobacco and alcohol. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970969,"bill_number":"S1892","title":"Relative to requiring notification of hazardous utility work to local and regional emergency departments","description":"For legislation to require notification of hazardous utility work to local and regional emergency departments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1892","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970970,"bill_number":"S1326","title":"Clarifying firearms oversight","description":"For legislation to clarify firearms oversight. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970971,"bill_number":"S1769","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970972,"bill_number":"S1519","title":"Encouraging lawyers to practice public interest law","description":"For legislation to encourage lawyers to practice public interest law. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970973,"bill_number":"S1399","title":"Resolving collective bargaining disputes","description":"For legislation relative to collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970974,"bill_number":"S1206","title":"Relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety","description":"For legislation relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970975,"bill_number":"S1489","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970976,"bill_number":"S1137","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970977,"bill_number":"S854","title":"Relative to justice for rape victims","description":"For legislation relative to justice for rape victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970978,"bill_number":"S1220","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to prohibit the marketing of sugary drinks in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970979,"bill_number":"S1403","title":"Relative to line of duty death benefits","description":"For legislation relative to line of duty death benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970980,"bill_number":"S1890","title":"Regulating pipelines","description":"For legislation to regulate pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1890","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970981,"bill_number":"S1033","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2072","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970982,"bill_number":"S1211","title":"To review the quality and patient safety of dispensing certain cancer and chronic disease related drugs","description":"For legislation to review the quality and patient safety of dispensing certain cancer and chronic disease related drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1211","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970983,"bill_number":"S1324","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970984,"bill_number":"S1560","title":"For revenue-neutral carbon surcharge via shift 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1560","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970985,"bill_number":"S1616","title":"Updating and modernizing the room occupancy excise","description":"For legislation to update and modernize the room occupancy excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970986,"bill_number":"S1649","title":"Relative to sales of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to sales of motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970987,"bill_number":"S2008","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2008/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970988,"bill_number":"S1966","title":"Relative to life cycle costs for long term pavement solutions","description":"For legislation relative to life cycle costs for long term pavement solutions. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970989,"bill_number":"S1682","title":"Providing for 3rd party expert evaluation of scope of practice legislation","description":"For legislation to provide for 3rd party expert evaluation of scope of practice legislation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970990,"bill_number":"S1669","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970991,"bill_number":"S1280","title":"Relative to the collection of data on police use of force","description":"For legislation relative to the collection of data on police use of force. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2475","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970992,"bill_number":"S922","title":"Relative to level-three sex offender residency restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to level-three sex offender residency restrictions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970993,"bill_number":"S1342","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"For legislation relative to voluntary towing reform. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2354","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970994,"bill_number":"S1484","title":"Authorizing the Norfolk County retirement board to acquire real property in Norfolk County","description":"For legislation to authorize the Norfolk County retirement board to acquire real property in Norfolk County. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970995,"bill_number":"S891","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S891","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":970996,"bill_number":"S1284","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1284","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":970998,"bill_number":"S971","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":970999,"bill_number":"S1056","title":"Providing for the retention of retail workers","description":"For legislation to provide for the retention of retail workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971000,"bill_number":"S1956","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971001,"bill_number":"S1404","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"For legislation relative to pension forfeiture. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971002,"bill_number":"S1374","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971003,"bill_number":"S957","title":"Promoting gender equity","description":"For legislation to promote gender equity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971004,"bill_number":"S1510","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971005,"bill_number":"S1578","title":"Relative to the taxation of small business in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of small business in the commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971006,"bill_number":"S1680","title":"Relative to the obligations of reinstated limited liability corporations","description":"For legislation relative to the obligations of reinstated limited liability corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971007,"bill_number":"S1856","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1856","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971008,"bill_number":"S1460","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1460","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971010,"bill_number":"S1221","title":"Creating Autism teams in hospitals","description":"For legislation to increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971011,"bill_number":"S1908","title":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices","description":"For legislation relative to hands free cell phone devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2058","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971012,"bill_number":"S1863","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971013,"bill_number":"S1153","title":"Improving local decision making","description":"For legislation to provide training for certain local boards and commissions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971014,"bill_number":"S1292","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1292","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971016,"bill_number":"S1257","title":"To contain health care costs and improve access to value based nurse practitioner care as recommended by the IOM and FTC","description":"For legislation to contain health care costs and improve access to value based nurse practitioner care as recommended by the IOM and FTC. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971017,"bill_number":"S1866","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971018,"bill_number":"S1219","title":"To establish a children’s vision screening registry","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971019,"bill_number":"S1348","title":"Relative to the use of unmanned aerial systems","description":"For legislation relative to the use of unmanned aerial systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971020,"bill_number":"S1992","title":"Promoting motor vehicle safety","description":"For legislation to promote motor vehicle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971021,"bill_number":"S1159","title":"To protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns","description":"For legislation to protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2332","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971022,"bill_number":"S1091","title":"Establishing a restoration center in Middlesex County","description":"For legislation to establish a restoration center in Middlesex County. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2283","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1091","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971023,"bill_number":"S1720","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2018-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971024,"bill_number":"S1057","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"For legislation relative to consumers and workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971025,"bill_number":"S1558","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971026,"bill_number":"S1612","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of rolling stock. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3916","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971027,"bill_number":"S1919","title":"Relative to increased passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to increased passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971028,"bill_number":"S1194","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1194/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971029,"bill_number":"S865","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971030,"bill_number":"S1243","title":"Relative to radon testing","description":"For legislation relative to radon testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971031,"bill_number":"S1114","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"For legislation relative to protective custody. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971032,"bill_number":"S1793","title":"Supplemental Transportation Utility Act","description":"For legislation to establish a Supplemental Transportation Utility Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1793","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971033,"bill_number":"S1991","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1991/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1991","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971034,"bill_number":"S1514","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1503","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971035,"bill_number":"S1959","title":"Establishing the Metropolitan Transportation Network","description":"For legislation to establish the Metropolitan Transportation Network. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971036,"bill_number":"S1897","title":"Officially recognizing the celebration of Chinese New Year in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to officially recognize the celebration of Chinese New Year in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1897","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":971037,"bill_number":"S1022","title":"Establishing collective bargaining rights for TNC drivers","description":"For legislation to establish collective bargaining rights for TNC drivers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971038,"bill_number":"S912","title":"To protect access for service animal trainers","description":"For legislation to protect access for service animal trainers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S912","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971043,"bill_number":"S1444","title":"Relative to public higher education campus police officers injured in the line of duty","description":"For legislation relative to public higher education campus police officers injured in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1444","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971055,"bill_number":"S856","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S856","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971057,"bill_number":"S883","title":"Establishing a commission on electronic notarization","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on electronic notarization. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971058,"bill_number":"S954","title":"Relative to rape of child by force","description":"For legislation relative to rape of child by force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971059,"bill_number":"S1918","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and city of Boston to enter into an agreement to improve public safety for citizens and businesses in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to an agreement on concurrent public safety jurisdiction on land owned by Massport. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971060,"bill_number":"S882","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971061,"bill_number":"S1345","title":"Establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations","description":"For legislation to establish a board of hoisting machinery regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971062,"bill_number":"S1808","title":"Human Accommodations Act","description":"For legislation to create a Human Accommodations Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1808","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971063,"bill_number":"S1016","title":"To clarify the earned sick time","description":"For legislation to clarify the earned sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971064,"bill_number":"S855","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971065,"bill_number":"S962","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971066,"bill_number":"S1265","title":"Relative to public safety and public health worker protections","description":"For legislation relative to public safety and public health worker protections. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971067,"bill_number":"S1555","title":"Relative to excessive executive compensation","description":"For legislation relative to excessive executive compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971068,"bill_number":"S1607","title":"Relative to application deadlines for agricultural, horticultural, or recreational land","description":"For legislation relative to application deadlines for agricultural, horticultural, or recreational land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1503","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971069,"bill_number":"S1289","title":"Relative to prison overcrowding","description":"For legislation relative to sentencing laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971070,"bill_number":"S1563","title":"Providing additional 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971071,"bill_number":"S1877","title":"Relative to solar net metering fairness","description":"For legislation relative to solar net metering fairness. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971072,"bill_number":"S1259","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2396","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971073,"bill_number":"S897","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971074,"bill_number":"S1960","title":"Relative to child passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to child passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971075,"bill_number":"S833","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971076,"bill_number":"S1094","title":"To promote high value and evidence-based behavioral health care","description":"For legislation to promote high value and evidence-based behavioral health care. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1094","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971077,"bill_number":"S1049","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971078,"bill_number":"S910","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971079,"bill_number":"S946","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971080,"bill_number":"S1381","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971081,"bill_number":"S884","title":"Clarifying municipal authority regarding cash sureties and foreclosures","description":"For legislation to clarify municipal authority regarding cash sureties and foreclosures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971082,"bill_number":"S1130","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and bylaws","description":"For legislation relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and bylaws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2637","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971083,"bill_number":"S1753","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971084,"bill_number":"S1597","title":"Excluding small businesses from personal property tax","description":"For legislation to exclude small businesses from personal property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971085,"bill_number":"S1864","title":"Relative to utilities, smart meters, and ratepayers’ rights","description":"For legislation relative to utility meters and the rights of utility ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971086,"bill_number":"S1823","title":"Relative to the protection of energy ratepayers by the Attorney General","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of energy ratepayers by the Attorney General. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971087,"bill_number":"S1927","title":"Relative to bus driver testing and requirements","description":"For legislation relative to the testing and licensing requirements for operators of school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971088,"bill_number":"S1870","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971089,"bill_number":"S1234","title":"To strengthen patients' rights","description":"For legislation to strengthen patients' rights. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1234/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971090,"bill_number":"S1267","title":"Relative the registration of virtual manufacturers","description":"For legislation to register virtual manufacturers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971106,"bill_number":"S1395","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971107,"bill_number":"S1218","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"For legislation to protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H4486","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971108,"bill_number":"S1889","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971109,"bill_number":"S2010","title":"Extending veterans status for the National Guard and Reserves","description":"For legislation to extend veterans status for the National Guard and Reserves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971110,"bill_number":"S1718","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971111,"bill_number":"S1789","title":"United States Immigration Strategies and Foreign Policy Resources Act","description":"For legislation to create a United States Immigration Strategies and Foreign Policy Resources Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1789","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":971115,"bill_number":"S1744","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971116,"bill_number":"S1086","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2282","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1086/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1086","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971117,"bill_number":"S1813","title":"Relative to the Constituent Accommodations Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Constituent Accommodations Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1813","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971118,"bill_number":"S1435","title":"Relative to appellate review","description":"For legislation relative to state police arbitration. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1435","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971120,"bill_number":"S836","title":"Relative to the crime of incest","description":"For legislation relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971121,"bill_number":"S1796","title":"Real Property Accessibility Act","description":"For legislation to create a Real Property Accessibility Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1796","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971122,"bill_number":"S968","title":"Concerning crimes relating to distribution of controlled substances causing death or great bodily harm","description":"For legislation relative to crimes relating to distribution of controlled substances causing death or great bodily harm. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971123,"bill_number":"S1585","title":"Relative to land conservation incentives","description":"For legislation relative to land conservation incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3855","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971125,"bill_number":"S1421","title":"Establishing fair treatment of adjunct faculty","description":"For legislation relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971126,"bill_number":"S1080","title":"Relative to municipal control over recreational marijuana","description":"For legislation relative to municipal control over recreational marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1080","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971127,"bill_number":"S1664","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971128,"bill_number":"S1707","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971130,"bill_number":"S2009","title":"Providing for partial state reimbursement of municipal assistance extended to homeless veterans","description":"For legislation to provide for partial state reimbursement of municipal assistance extended to homeless veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971131,"bill_number":"S1814","title":"Relative to the Communication/Media Park and Community Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Communication/Media Park and Community Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1814","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971132,"bill_number":"S1771","title":"Relative to state spending control","description":"For legislation to control state spending. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971133,"bill_number":"S1760","title":"Resolutions recognizing February 26 through March 4, 2017 as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to recognize February 26 through March 4, 2017 as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Resolution reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1760","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":971134,"bill_number":"S1765","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971136,"bill_number":"S2004","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2277","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2004/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971137,"bill_number":"S1576","title":"Relative to the taxation of electronic smoking devices, cigars and smoking tobacco","description":"For legislation to the tax electronic smoking devices, cigars and smoking tobacco. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971138,"bill_number":"S1138","title":"Further regulating special permits","description":"For legislation to further regulate special permits. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971139,"bill_number":"S1478","title":"Relative to post-retirement employment","description":"For legislation relative to post-retirement employment. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971140,"bill_number":"S1729","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971141,"bill_number":"S894","title":"Relative to visitation and family court matters in domestic violence cases","description":"For legislation relative to visitation and family court matters in domestic violence cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S894","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971142,"bill_number":"S1731","title":"Relative to increasing transparency in public construction","description":"For legislation relative to increasing transparency in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971143,"bill_number":"S1362","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971144,"bill_number":"S851","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971147,"bill_number":"S1288","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971148,"bill_number":"S1523","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971149,"bill_number":"S1854","title":"Relative to energy supply competition","description":"For legislation relative to energy supply competition. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971152,"bill_number":"S1502","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3852","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971153,"bill_number":"S1610","title":"To extend the Brownfields tax credit","description":"For legislation to extend the Brownfields tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3851","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971154,"bill_number":"S1187","title":"Regarding the pediatric palliative care program","description":"For legislation relative to the pediatric palliative care program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1187/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971155,"bill_number":"S1400","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971156,"bill_number":"S1445","title":"Relative to line of duty injury benefits for public employees","description":"For legislation relative to line of duty injury benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971158,"bill_number":"S1817","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-05-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971161,"bill_number":"S1320","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971162,"bill_number":"S2019","title":"Resolve memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 11/08/2017 from 02:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 & B-2","last_action_date":"2017-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2019","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971163,"bill_number":"S1175","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2555","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971164,"bill_number":"S1967","title":"Designating certain portions of state highway as the Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr. memorial highway","description":"For legislation to designate certain portions of state highway as the Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr. memorial highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2193","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971165,"bill_number":"S1983","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971166,"bill_number":"S1031","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S985","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971167,"bill_number":"S1439","title":"Relative to retired public employees not eligible for Medicare","description":"For legislation relative to retired public employees not eligible for Medicare. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971168,"bill_number":"S1329","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971170,"bill_number":"S2018","title":"Resolve for memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2018","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971171,"bill_number":"S1909","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2299","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971172,"bill_number":"S973","title":"Enhancing courthouse security","description":"For legislation to enhance courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971173,"bill_number":"S1801","title":"No Cost for Providers Act","description":"For legislation to create a No Cost for Providers Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1801","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971174,"bill_number":"S1417","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971175,"bill_number":"S921","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the prevention of heroin trafficking","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the prevention of heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971176,"bill_number":"S1750","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971177,"bill_number":"S1722","title":"Relative to revenue, information, and accountability","description":"For legislation relative to revenue, information, and accountability. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971180,"bill_number":"S1556","title":"To pro-rate the corporate excise tax","description":"For legislation to pro-rate the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971181,"bill_number":"S1740","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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-02-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971182,"bill_number":"S1169","title":"Authorizing dental therapists to expand access to oral health","description":"For legislation to establish an advanced dental hygiene practitioner level of practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4454","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971184,"bill_number":"S1767","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971186,"bill_number":"S1993","title":"Protecting municipal authority relative to airports","description":"For legislation to protect municipal authority relative to airports. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971187,"bill_number":"S963","title":"Relative to collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees","description":"For legislation relative to collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971188,"bill_number":"S874","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971189,"bill_number":"S1948","title":"Relative to motorcycle parking","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle parking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971190,"bill_number":"S952","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971193,"bill_number":"S901","title":"Promoting access to emergency medical services for minors","description":"For legislation to promote access to emergency medical services for minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971195,"bill_number":"S1541","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971196,"bill_number":"S889","title":"Relative to synthetic drugs","description":"For legislation relative to synthetic drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971197,"bill_number":"S1021","title":"For a Bridge Employment Training Program (BET)","description":"For legislation for a Bridge Employment Training Program (BET). Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1021","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971198,"bill_number":"S1797","title":"Private Law Petition Policy Act","description":"For legislation to create a Private Law Petition Policy Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1797","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971199,"bill_number":"S1371","title":"Relative to police training","description":"For legislation relative to police training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1328","last_action_date":"2018-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971200,"bill_number":"S1023","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3659","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971202,"bill_number":"S1128","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971203,"bill_number":"S1069","title":"Relative to safe limits on home growing of marijuana","description":"For legislation relative to safe limits on home growing of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1069/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1069","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971205,"bill_number":"S1951","title":"To 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971206,"bill_number":"S1351","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971207,"bill_number":"S1773","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971208,"bill_number":"S1859","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971209,"bill_number":"S1650","title":"Reducing the sales tax to 5 percent","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales tax to 5 percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971210,"bill_number":"S1785","title":"Grocery, Retail and Charitable Provider Policy and Member Direct Coverage Program Act","description":"For legislation to create a Grocery, Retail and Charitable Provider Policy and Member Direct Coverage Program Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1785","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971211,"bill_number":"S930","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971213,"bill_number":"S1063","title":"Relative to expungement for repealed crimes","description":"For legislation to expunge repealed crimes. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971214,"bill_number":"S996","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S996/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S996","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971217,"bill_number":"S1469","title":"Relative to just compensation for Susan Hubbard","description":"For legislation relative to just compensation for Susan Hubbard. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971219,"bill_number":"S1389","title":"Relative to civil service resident preference","description":"For legislation relative to civil service resident preference. Public Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971220,"bill_number":"S1751","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971221,"bill_number":"S1294","title":"Relative to education programming for the incarcerated","description":"For legislation relative to education programming for the incarcerated. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971222,"bill_number":"S1208","title":"Further regulating the Commission on Falls Prevention","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Commission on Falls Prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1208","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971224,"bill_number":"S1423","title":"To increase membership in the PRIM Board","description":"For legislation to increase membership in the PRIM Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971225,"bill_number":"S1013","title":"Addressing workplace bullying, mobbing, and harassment, without regard to protected class status","description":"For legislation to address workplace bullying, mobbing and harassment without regard to protected class status. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2448","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971227,"bill_number":"S1227","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971228,"bill_number":"S1166","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"For legislation relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971229,"bill_number":"S1782","title":"Clean Program and Social Development Act","description":"For legislation relative to a Clean Program and Social Development Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1782","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971230,"bill_number":"S970","title":"To regulate skimming devices","description":"For legislation to regulate skimming devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971231,"bill_number":"S1989","title":"Promoting road safety","description":"For legislation to promote road safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971232,"bill_number":"S1229","title":"Relative to placing hooks in public bathrooms","description":"For legislation relative to placing hooks in public bathrooms. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1229","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":971234,"bill_number":"S1852","title":"Relative to natural gas pipeline surveys","description":"For legislation relative to natural gas pipeline surveys. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971235,"bill_number":"S1067","title":"Further regulating marijuana commercialization","description":"For legislation to further regulate marijuana commercialization. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971237,"bill_number":"S1093","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"For legislation to further define medical necessity determinations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2453","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1093/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1093","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971240,"bill_number":"S1662","title":"To promote economic growth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote economic growth in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1662","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971243,"bill_number":"S1174","title":"Relative to enhancing sexual assault evidence kit collection","description":"For legislation to enhance sexual assault evidence kit collection. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971244,"bill_number":"S1528","title":"Stimulating small business investment","description":"For legislation to stimulate small business investment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971245,"bill_number":"S1515","title":"To support educational opportunity for all","description":"For legislation to support educational opportunity for all. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971246,"bill_number":"S2021","title":"Relative to workers compensation for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to workers compensation for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971247,"bill_number":"S1180","title":"Resolve establishing a medical dosimetrist commission","description":"For legislation to establish a medical dosimetrist commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971251,"bill_number":"S1251","title":"Relative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities and settings","description":"For legislation relative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities and settings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971252,"bill_number":"S1266","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971254,"bill_number":"S1438","title":"Authorizing the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Michael L. Broyles","description":"For legislation to authorize the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to Michael L. Broyles. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971255,"bill_number":"S1102","title":"To expand addiction treatment within houses of correction","description":"For legislation to expand addiction treatment within houses of correction. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971256,"bill_number":"S1685","title":"Ensuring uniformity in education discrimination complaint procedures","description":"For legislation to ensure uniformity in education discrimination complaint procedures. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971257,"bill_number":"S940","title":"Relative to Forest Hills Cemetery","description":"For legislation relative to Forest Hills Cemetery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971258,"bill_number":"S1780","title":"Transportation and Housing Provider and Member Policy Act","description":"For legislation relative to transportation and housing policy programs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1780","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971260,"bill_number":"S1477","title":"Relative to the timely and consistent payment of law enforcement personnel","description":"For legislation relative to the timely and consistent payment of law enforcement personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971261,"bill_number":"S1542","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971262,"bill_number":"S1677","title":"Designating the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway as the official organic public park of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway as the official organic public park of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971264,"bill_number":"S1688","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971265,"bill_number":"S1670","title":"Relative to tax implications of the Volkswagon “Clean Diesel” consent decree","description":"For legislation relative to tax implications of the Volkswagon “Clean Diesel” consent decree. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971266,"bill_number":"S1668","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971268,"bill_number":"S1783","title":"Employment Act","description":"For legislation to create an Employment Act Trust . State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1783/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1783","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971271,"bill_number":"S1518","title":"Relative to the electronic deposit of tax refunds","description":"For legislation relative to the electronic deposit of tax refunds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971272,"bill_number":"S1005","title":"To ensure funding for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to ensure funding for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3160","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971273,"bill_number":"S848","title":"Relative to direct food donations","description":"For legislation relative to direct food donations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971275,"bill_number":"S1858","title":"Relative to utility data transparency and access","description":"For legislation relative to utility data transparency and access. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971276,"bill_number":"S1470","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971279,"bill_number":"S1810","title":"Relative to the Fiduciary Reserve System Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Fiduciary Reserve System Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1810","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971280,"bill_number":"S1779","title":"Active Living Community Act","description":"For legislation relative to a living community act trust. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1779","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971281,"bill_number":"S1146","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971282,"bill_number":"S1853","title":"Relative to monthly minimum reliability contributions","description":"For legislation relative to monthly minimum reliability contributions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1853","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971283,"bill_number":"S1135","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971284,"bill_number":"S1643","title":"Relative to vehicle registration and sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle registration and sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971285,"bill_number":"S1692","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"For legislation relative to state contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971286,"bill_number":"S1245","title":"Relative to timely care and saving lives","description":"For legislation relative to timely care and saving lives. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2517","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971289,"bill_number":"S1632","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971290,"bill_number":"S1798","title":"Private Law Administration Act","description":"For legislation to create a Private Law Administration Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1798","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971291,"bill_number":"S858","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971293,"bill_number":"S1300","title":"Relative to regional lock-up facilities","description":"For legislation relative to regional lock-up facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971294,"bill_number":"S1160","title":"Limiting time period 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2338","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971295,"bill_number":"S1819","title":"Designating March as Fibromuscular Dysplasia Awareness Month","description":"For legislation to designate March as Fibromuscular Dysplasia Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971296,"bill_number":"S881","title":"Updating the definition of fentanyl trafficking","description":"For legislation to update the definition of fentanyl trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971297,"bill_number":"S1969","title":"Creating a commission to study the feasibility of rapid transit systems","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study the feasibility of rapid transit systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971298,"bill_number":"S896","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination against adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971300,"bill_number":"S939","title":"Relative to vandalism and tagging","description":"For legislation relative to vandalism and tagging. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971302,"bill_number":"S1741","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971303,"bill_number":"S1375","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971304,"bill_number":"S1406","title":"Regarding the group insurance commission","description":"For legislation to establish a group insurance commission under the Executive Office of Administration and Finance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971305,"bill_number":"S986","title":"Protecting the long-term unemployed from discrimination","description":"For legislation to protect the long-term unemployed from discrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971306,"bill_number":"S1103","title":"Providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services","description":"For legislation to provide access to full spectrum addiction treatment services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2439","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971309,"bill_number":"S1344","title":"Relative to novelty sparklers","description":"Relative to the definition of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971310,"bill_number":"S1788","title":"Voter Veteranization Voucher Act","description":"For legislation to create a Voter Veteranization Voucher Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1788","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971311,"bill_number":"S1330","title":"Relative to public safety in hoisting regulations","description":"For legislation relative to public safety in hoisting regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971313,"bill_number":"S1690","title":"Relative to government efficiency","description":"For legislation to create a behavioral science insights policy directive. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971314,"bill_number":"S1455","title":"Relative to retirement board membership","description":"For legislation relative to retirement board membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971315,"bill_number":"S1725","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Open Data Standard","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Open Data Standard. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971316,"bill_number":"S1188","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1218","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971317,"bill_number":"S1201","title":"Relative to maternity patient rights","description":"For legislation relative to maternity patient rights. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971318,"bill_number":"S1567","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971319,"bill_number":"S1551","title":"Relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971320,"bill_number":"S1500","title":"Eliminating telecommunications tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to eliminate telecommunications tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971321,"bill_number":"S1099","title":"Relative to patient choice to promote prescription safety","description":"For legislation relative to patient choice to promote prescription safety. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971323,"bill_number":"S1450","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1450","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971326,"bill_number":"S1687","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1687","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971329,"bill_number":"S1871","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971330,"bill_number":"S1192","title":"Modernizing emergency medical services oversight","description":"For legislation to modernize emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3237","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1192/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971332,"bill_number":"S1285","title":"Relative to the establishment of a forensic science commission","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a forensic science commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1285","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971335,"bill_number":"S1805","title":"Investment Gift Card Reserve System Act","description":"For legislation to create a Investment Gift Card Reserve System Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1805","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971338,"bill_number":"S1432","title":"Relative to retirement allowances of certain married persons","description":"For legislation relative to retirement allowances of certain married persons. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971339,"bill_number":"S975","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S975/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971341,"bill_number":"S1988","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971342,"bill_number":"S1809","title":"Relative to the Food Rehabilitation Center Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Food Rehabilitation Center Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1809","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":971346,"bill_number":"S1407","title":"Relative to Group Insurance Commission premium contributions","description":"For legislation relative to Group Insurance Commission premium contributions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971348,"bill_number":"S1024","title":"Relative to the status of newspaper delivery persons","description":"For legislation relative to the status of newspaper delivery persons. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971349,"bill_number":"S1978","title":"Relative to handicapped placards","description":"For legislation relative to handicapped placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971350,"bill_number":"S1139","title":"Authorizing the City of Somerville to borrow funds to pay certain costs of the Green Line Extension","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Somerville to borrow funds to pay costs of the Green Line Extension. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971351,"bill_number":"S1233","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971352,"bill_number":"S938","title":"Relative to crimes against police officers","description":"For legislation relative to crimes against police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971354,"bill_number":"S1697","title":"Further defining fraud in public construction contracts","description":"For legislation to further define fraud in public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971355,"bill_number":"S1125","title":"Amending the charter of the City of Lowell","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the City of Lowell. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971357,"bill_number":"S998","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971359,"bill_number":"S1620","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax exemption","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971360,"bill_number":"S1985","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the James J. Delaney II, UMSC Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the James J. Delaney II, UMSC Veterans Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1985/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1985","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971361,"bill_number":"S1261","title":"Relative to medical malpractice","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971362,"bill_number":"S1370","title":"Relative to police details","description":"For legislation relative to police details. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971363,"bill_number":"S1408","title":"Relative to retirement options for retirees","description":"For legislation relative to retirement options for retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971364,"bill_number":"S1711","title":"Relative to the Garden of Peace Honoring Victims of Homicide","description":"For legislation relative to the Garden of Peace Honoring Victims of Homicide. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971365,"bill_number":"S1588","title":"Establishing a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971366,"bill_number":"S1084","title":"To transfer Bridgewater State Hospital from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to transfer Bridgewater State Hospital from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971371,"bill_number":"S1253","title":"Relative to the safety of Autistic and Alzheimer's individuals","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of Autistic and Alzheimer's individuals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971373,"bill_number":"S1393","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1435","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971374,"bill_number":"S958","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971375,"bill_number":"S875","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S875/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S875","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971376,"bill_number":"S969","title":"To promote family stability","description":"For legislation to create an updated Parental Surrogacy Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2502","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971377,"bill_number":"S2014","title":"Relative to veterans' housing in the town of Agawam","description":"For legislation relative to veterans' housing in the town of Agawam. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971378,"bill_number":"S1847","title":"Clarifying authority and responsibilities of the department of public utilities","description":"For legislation to clarify the authority and responsibilities of the department of public utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1847/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1847","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971379,"bill_number":"S1043","title":"To enhance employment opportunities","description":"For legislation to enhance employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1043","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971383,"bill_number":"S1656","title":"Relative to exempting certain medical supplies from the state sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to exempting certain medical supplies from the state sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1656","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971386,"bill_number":"S1658","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1658","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971390,"bill_number":"S1140","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971391,"bill_number":"S1085","title":"Enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds","description":"For legislation to enable physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2508","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971392,"bill_number":"S1459","title":"Relative to retirement board member training","description":"For legislation relative to retirement board member training. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1459","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971398,"bill_number":"S1113","title":"Relative to regional navigators for substance abuse treatment","description":"For legislation relative to regional navigators for substance abuse treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2439","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971399,"bill_number":"S1752","title":"Creating the official shellfish of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make the quahog the official shellfish of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971403,"bill_number":"S1297","title":"Relative to segregation oversight","description":"For legislation relative to segregation oversight. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971404,"bill_number":"S873","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"For legislation relative to larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971405,"bill_number":"S1181","title":"To create a CT task force","description":"For legislation to create a CT task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971406,"bill_number":"S1382","title":"Regarding retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups","description":"For legislation relative to retirement of public authority law enforcement employee groups. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971407,"bill_number":"S1115","title":"Relative to sub acute beds for addiction services","description":"For legislation to develop a master plan on the availability of beds for addiction treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2439","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971409,"bill_number":"S1026","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1026","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971410,"bill_number":"S1299","title":"Relative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations","description":"For legislation relative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971411,"bill_number":"S1794","title":"Survivors of Motor Vehicle Accident Healthcare Act","description":"For legislation to create a Survivors of Motor Vehicle Accident Healthcare Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1794","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971412,"bill_number":"S1872","title":"Relative to pipeline siting","description":"For legislation relative to pipeline siting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1872/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1872","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971414,"bill_number":"S1203","title":"Relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness in student athletes","description":"For legislation relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness in student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971416,"bill_number":"S1596","title":"Establishing a tax credit for families caring for elderly relatives and victims of Alzheimer's and Dementia","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for families caring for elderly relatives and victims of Alzheimer's and Dementia. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971417,"bill_number":"S1880","title":"Creating 21st Century Massachusetts Clean Energy Jobs","description":"For legislation to create 21st Century Massachusetts Clean Energy Jobs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971418,"bill_number":"S1602","title":"Establishing a tax credit for families caring for relatives with aphasia","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for families caring for relatives with aphasia. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971420,"bill_number":"S864","title":"Relative to the Gardner District Court","description":"For legislation relative to the Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971423,"bill_number":"S1308","title":"Protecting civil rights","description":"For legislation to protect civil rights. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971424,"bill_number":"S1935","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2458","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971425,"bill_number":"S1050","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971426,"bill_number":"S1148","title":"Promoting open space residential development","description":"For legislation to promote open space residential development. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971427,"bill_number":"S1177","title":"To establish the office of adult guardianship and decisional support services","description":"For legislation to establish the office of adult guardianship and decisional support services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971428,"bill_number":"S1394","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971429,"bill_number":"S1671","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971431,"bill_number":"S861","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971433,"bill_number":"S1546","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1546","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":971434,"bill_number":"S1972","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2100","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971435,"bill_number":"S1987","title":"Relative to tolls on the roadways of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to tolls on the roadways of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971436,"bill_number":"S1283","title":"Relative to stun guns","description":"For legislation relative to stun guns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2476","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1283","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971437,"bill_number":"S1304","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1304","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971440,"bill_number":"S979","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971443,"bill_number":"S1472","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971444,"bill_number":"S1968","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2100","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971446,"bill_number":"S1333","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971447,"bill_number":"S1775","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971448,"bill_number":"S989","title":"Relative to the defense against abusive waivers","description":"For legislation relative to an employee protection act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2186","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971450,"bill_number":"S1941","title":"Relative to driving under the influence of toxic vapors","description":"For legislation relative to driving under the influence of toxic vapors. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971452,"bill_number":"S1795","title":"Special Elections-Executive orders, benefit enrollment and special order petitions ballots Act","description":"For legislation relative to special elections-executive orders, benefit enrollment and special order petitions ballots act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1795","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971453,"bill_number":"S1830","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971454,"bill_number":"S966","title":"Relative to soliciting acts of terrorism","description":"For legislation relative to soliciting acts of terrorism. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971455,"bill_number":"S1630","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971456,"bill_number":"S1485","title":"Relative to continuing education for retirement boards","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education for retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971459,"bill_number":"S1150","title":"To disclose the close of business","description":"For legislation to disclose the close of business. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1150","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":971460,"bill_number":"S1183","title":"Requiring pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities","description":"For legislation to require pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971461,"bill_number":"S878","title":"Expanding protection under the Good Samaritan law for drug-related overdoses","description":"For legislation to expand protection under the Good Samaritan law for drug-related overdoses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971462,"bill_number":"S1020","title":"To protect trade secrets and eliminate non-compete agreements","description":"For legislation to protect trade secrets and eliminate non-compete agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1020","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971463,"bill_number":"S1452","title":"Exempting certain positions in the police department of the town of Millis from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt certain positions in the police department in the town of Millis from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971464,"bill_number":"S1433","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1463","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971465,"bill_number":"S1260","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971466,"bill_number":"S1172","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971469,"bill_number":"S1953","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2434","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971470,"bill_number":"S1151","title":"Relative to municipal transparency","description":"For legislation relative to municipal transparency. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1151","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":971471,"bill_number":"S1699","title":"Establishing a legislative fiscal office","description":"For legislation to establish a legislative fiscal office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971472,"bill_number":"S1815","title":"To promote contract efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote contract efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971473,"bill_number":"S888","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"For legislation to provide protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971474,"bill_number":"S857","title":"Relative to the solicitation of murder","description":"For legislation relative to the solicitation of murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S857","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971475,"bill_number":"S837","title":"Criminalizing the trafficking of carfentanil","description":"For legislation to criminalize the trafficking of carfentanil. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971478,"bill_number":"S1738","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971479,"bill_number":"S1939","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971481,"bill_number":"S1724","title":"Implementing fair revenue sharing among all cities and towns","description":"For legislation to implement fair revenue sharing among all cities and towns. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971482,"bill_number":"S1498","title":"Relative to sunsetting tax expenditures","description":"For legislation relative to sunsetting tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4063","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971483,"bill_number":"S1223","title":"Improving medical care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971484,"bill_number":"S2007","title":"Relative to charitable donation of automobiles","description":"For legislation relative to charitable donation of automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2007/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2007","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971485,"bill_number":"S1673","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971486,"bill_number":"S1728","title":"For improving boards and commissions","description":"For legislation for improving boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1728","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971487,"bill_number":"S2013","title":"Relative to municipal veterans' benefits expenditures","description":"For legislation relative to municipal veterans' benefits expenditures. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971489,"bill_number":"S1726","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1726","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971490,"bill_number":"S1363","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971492,"bill_number":"S862","title":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence","description":"For legislation to improve training for child advocates to recognize indictors of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971493,"bill_number":"S859","title":"Regarding right of first refusal in the event of foreclosure and short sales and deeds in lieu","description":"For legislation relative to right of first refusal in the event of foreclosure and short sales and deeds in lieu. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971494,"bill_number":"S1193","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1193","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971495,"bill_number":"S1133","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971496,"bill_number":"S1425","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971497,"bill_number":"S892","title":"For providing for the training, continuing training, and education of judges, and other legal hearing officers","description":"For legislation to provide for the training, continuing training, and education of judges, and other legal hearing officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S892","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971498,"bill_number":"S1191","title":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products","description":"For legislation relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H439","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971499,"bill_number":"S953","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971502,"bill_number":"S1040","title":"To establish a living wage for employees of big box retailers","description":"For legislation to establish a living wage for employees of big box retailers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971503,"bill_number":"S1358","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"For legislation relative to fire safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971505,"bill_number":"S1719","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971506,"bill_number":"S1577","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"For legislation to establish a college tuition tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971507,"bill_number":"S1920","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971509,"bill_number":"S1552","title":"Establishing a tax deduction for donations to public colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to establish a tax deduction for donations to public colleges and universities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971510,"bill_number":"S1127","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2187","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971511,"bill_number":"S2032","title":"Relative to the transfer of tuition and fee reimbursements related to the National Guard","description":"For legislation to transfer tuition and fee reimbursements related to the National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971512,"bill_number":"S1328","title":"Relative to police training","description":"For legislation relative to police training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1328","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971517,"bill_number":"S2017","title":"To aid military service members in finding civilian employment","description":"For legislation to aid military service members in finding civilian employment. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971519,"bill_number":"S1369","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1369","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971521,"bill_number":"S886","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971523,"bill_number":"S1014","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971524,"bill_number":"S1660","title":"Creating an incentive for job creation","description":"For legislation to create an incentive for job creation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971526,"bill_number":"S1420","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971527,"bill_number":"S1522","title":"Exempting residential security systems from sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt residential security systems from sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971528,"bill_number":"S1874","title":"Relative to energy storage procurement for 2025 and 2030","description":"For legislation relative to energy storage procurement for 2025 and 2030. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971529,"bill_number":"S1066","title":"Further regulating the manufacture and sale of certain commercial marijuana products","description":"For legislation to further regulate the manufacture and sale of certain commercial marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971530,"bill_number":"S1197","title":"Relating to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants","description":"For legislation relative to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1197/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1197","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971531,"bill_number":"S1702","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971532,"bill_number":"S1903","title":"To enhance child passenger safety","description":"For legislation to enhance child passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971534,"bill_number":"S1886","title":"Relative to meeting the energy needs of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to meeting the energy needs of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1886","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971539,"bill_number":"S1490","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971540,"bill_number":"S999","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2327","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971541,"bill_number":"S1165","title":"Relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to public health dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971542,"bill_number":"S1933","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1933/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971543,"bill_number":"S1337","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971544,"bill_number":"S1248","title":"Relative to patient notification","description":"For legislation relative to patient notification of medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971545,"bill_number":"S1851","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971547,"bill_number":"S1457","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971548,"bill_number":"S1274","title":"Establishing a special commission to study and recommend improvements in the delivery of prescription drug benefits for the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study and recommend improvements in the delivery of prescription drug benefits for the citizens of the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971549,"bill_number":"S1322","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971550,"bill_number":"S1281","title":"Resolve providing for investigating construction practices and their impact on firefighter deaths","description":"For legislation to provide for investigating construction practices and their impact on firefighter deaths. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971560,"bill_number":"S1499","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971561,"bill_number":"S927","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971562,"bill_number":"S1608","title":"Providing for sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification","description":"For legislation to provide for sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971563,"bill_number":"S1346","title":"Relative to reasonable notice and cure standards to protect small businesses","description":"For legislation relative to reasonable notice and cure standards to protect small businesses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971564,"bill_number":"S867","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971566,"bill_number":"S1487","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971567,"bill_number":"S956","title":"Enhancing the punishment for child endangerment","description":"For legislation to enhance the punishment for child endangerment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971569,"bill_number":"S1629","title":"Relative to home modifications for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to home modifications for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971570,"bill_number":"S1672","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971571,"bill_number":"S923","title":"Establishing a special commission relative to the uniformity of sex offender residency restrictions in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission relative to the uniformity of sex offender residency restrictions in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971572,"bill_number":"S1882","title":"Relative to community liaisons","description":"For legislation relative to community liaisons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971574,"bill_number":"S1986","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Kelly A. Timilty Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Kelly A. Timilty Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971575,"bill_number":"S1263","title":"Relative to the practice of athletic training","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971576,"bill_number":"S877","title":"Updating the wrongful conviction compensation law","description":"For legislation to update the wrongful conviction compensation law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971579,"bill_number":"S950","title":"Relative to sexually violent predators","description":"For legislation relative to sexually violent predators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971580,"bill_number":"S1396","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Joseph Suppa","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Joseph Suppa. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971581,"bill_number":"S1325","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971582,"bill_number":"S1570","title":"To increase the commuter tax deduction to reflect rising costs","description":"For legislation to increase the commuter tax deduction to reflect rising costs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971583,"bill_number":"S1262","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971585,"bill_number":"S841","title":"Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"For legislation to prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S841/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971586,"bill_number":"S830","title":"Relative to adjusting the credit for nonpayment of fines","description":"For legislation to increase the daily credit for persons confined in correctional institutions for non-payment of fines and expenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971589,"bill_number":"S1200","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"For legislation relative to HLTV 111 tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971590,"bill_number":"S1347","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971591,"bill_number":"S1383","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971592,"bill_number":"S900","title":"Relative to historic homes","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the damaging of historic homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971593,"bill_number":"S1906","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"For legislation to provide identification to homeless youth and families. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2568","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971595,"bill_number":"S917","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971596,"bill_number":"S1716","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971597,"bill_number":"S1318","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971598,"bill_number":"S1162","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1162","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971602,"bill_number":"S1802","title":"Massachusetts Largest Building Act","description":"For legislation to create a Massachusetts Largest Building Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1802","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971603,"bill_number":"S919","title":"Denying paternity rights to perpetrators of rape","description":"For legislation to deny paternity rights to rapists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971604,"bill_number":"S1224","title":"Improving treatment for Alzheimer’s and dementia","description":"For legislation to improve treatment for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1224","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971609,"bill_number":"S1275","title":"To require the Department of Public Health to conduct a study of the health impacts of airplane flights on the resident communities that are represented on the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Public Health to conduct a study of the health impacts of airplane flights on the resident communities that are represented on the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971611,"bill_number":"S1341","title":"Relative to elevator certificates","description":"For legislation relative to elevator certificates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971612,"bill_number":"S1696","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971616,"bill_number":"S1409","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971617,"bill_number":"S1410","title":"Establishing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971618,"bill_number":"S1336","title":"Relative to inmate telephone calls","description":"For legislation relative to inmate telephone calls. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971619,"bill_number":"S898","title":"Relative to receivership","description":"For legislation relative to receivership. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S898","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":971621,"bill_number":"S1492","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971622,"bill_number":"S1412","title":"To reform and modernize legislative transportation reimbursements","description":"For legislation to reform and modernize legislative transportation reimbursement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971623,"bill_number":"S1999","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"For legislation relative to high speed chases. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971626,"bill_number":"S1335","title":"To preserve family ties and inmate visitation","description":"For legislation to preserve family ties and inmate visitation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971627,"bill_number":"S1594","title":"Repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to repeal the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971630,"bill_number":"S1123","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971631,"bill_number":"S1840","title":"Codifying the electric vehicle consumer rebate program","description":"For legislation to codify the electric vehicle consumer rebate program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2315","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971632,"bill_number":"S1929","title":"Relative to disabled veteran registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to disabled veteran registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1929","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":971633,"bill_number":"S1368","title":"Regulating the closure of state correctional facilities","description":"For legislation to regulate the closure of state correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971634,"bill_number":"S916","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971635,"bill_number":"S1896","title":"To establish a Massachusetts Percent for Arts Program","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Percent for Arts Program. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971636,"bill_number":"S1589","title":"Establishing a tax credit for child care","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for child care. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971639,"bill_number":"S1917","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to temporary registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2456","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971640,"bill_number":"S1030","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"For legislation relative to the creative economy. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971641,"bill_number":"S1509","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971642,"bill_number":"S1118","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers to serve as special police officers","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers to serve as special police officers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971643,"bill_number":"S1473","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971644,"bill_number":"S1231","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1231","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971645,"bill_number":"S1609","title":"Enhancing Department of Revenue reporting","description":"For legislation to enhance Department of Revenue reporting. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1609","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971652,"bill_number":"S1911","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2139","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1911","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971654,"bill_number":"S1826","title":"To equitably support enhanced 911 service","description":"For legislation to equitably support enhanced 911 service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1826","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971660,"bill_number":"S1357","title":"Enhancing the safety of bank customers and employees","description":"For legislation relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1357","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971668,"bill_number":"S985","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S985/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S985","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971677,"bill_number":"S1378","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971678,"bill_number":"S1143","title":"To mandate setbacks in home construction near high pressure gas pipelines","description":"For legislation to mandate setbacks in home construction near high pressure gas pipelines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1143","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971680,"bill_number":"S1569","title":"Closing a corporate tax haven loophole","description":"For legislation to close a corporate tax haven loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1569","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971683,"bill_number":"S1979","title":"Relative to distinctive plates for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to eliminating fees for distinctive plates for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1979","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971686,"bill_number":"S1709","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1709","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971692,"bill_number":"S1414","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gary Kellenberger, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gary Kellenberger, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2043","last_action_date":"2017-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971693,"bill_number":"S1615","title":"Relative to solar and wind property tax exemptions","description":"For legislation relative to solar and wind property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2160","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971694,"bill_number":"S1048","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave insurance program","description":"For legislation to establish a family and medical leave insurance program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971698,"bill_number":"S1998","title":"Providing for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians","description":"For legislation to provide for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971700,"bill_number":"S1867","title":"To prohibit misleading telemarketer calls to consumers","description":"For legislation to prohibit misleading telemarketer calls to consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971701,"bill_number":"S1700","title":"Establishing a municipal record preservation commission","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal record preservation commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971702,"bill_number":"S1557","title":"For a literacy tax credit","description":"For legislation for a literacy tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1557","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971703,"bill_number":"S1910","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private ways, bridges and common amenities in municipalities","description":"For legislation relative to the maintenance of private ways, bridges and common amenities in municipalities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971704,"bill_number":"S1820","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971705,"bill_number":"S1442","title":"Relative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts","description":"For legislation relative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1390","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971706,"bill_number":"S1821","title":"Combating climate change","description":"For legislation to combat climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":"Global Warming and Climate Change","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971711,"bill_number":"S1973","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971712,"bill_number":"S2027","title":"Protecting veterans’ military medical and service records","description":"For legislation to protect veterans’ military medical and service records. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2027/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2027","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971713,"bill_number":"S1276","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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971714,"bill_number":"S918","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971716,"bill_number":"S1356","title":"To promote business continuity and recovery after a disaster","description":"For legislation to promote business continuity and recovery after a disaster. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971718,"bill_number":"S1857","title":"Supporting community access television","description":"For legislation to support community access television. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2577","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1857","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971719,"bill_number":"S1547","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971720,"bill_number":"S1003","title":"Amending the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules","description":"For legislation to amend the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1003","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971725,"bill_number":"S2025","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2025","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971727,"bill_number":"S995","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971728,"bill_number":"S1898","title":"Relative to the use of elephants in traveling animal acts","description":"For legislation relative to the use of elephants in traveling animal acts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H418","last_action_date":"2017-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1898","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971730,"bill_number":"S1098","title":"Strengthening prescription drug safety and drug stewardship","description":"For legislation to strengthen prescription drug safety and drug stewardship. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2508","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1098","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971750,"bill_number":"S1053","title":"Relative to the equality of Sunday pay for retail workers","description":"For legislation relative to the equality of Sunday pay for retail workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2588","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1053","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971754,"bill_number":"S902","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971755,"bill_number":"S899","title":"To advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender","description":"For legislation to advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S899","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971761,"bill_number":"S843","title":"Relative to privileged communications","description":"For legislation relative to privileged communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S843/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S843","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971764,"bill_number":"S1015","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"For legislation relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1015","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971766,"bill_number":"S1268","title":"Resolve creating a special commission to examine the health impacts of electromagnetic fields","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to examine the health impacts of electromagnetic fields. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1268","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971771,"bill_number":"S1044","title":"Relative to employee records","description":"For legislation relative to employee records. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1044","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971773,"bill_number":"S1036","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971774,"bill_number":"S1955","title":"Relative to parking violation notices","description":"For legislation relative to parking violation notices. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1955","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971776,"bill_number":"S1158","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1158","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971779,"bill_number":"S1269","title":"To protect essential health services","description":"For legislation to protect essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1269","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971782,"bill_number":"S1947","title":"To allow lane splitting in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to allow lane splitting in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971792,"bill_number":"S1825","title":"Authorizing resiliency measures under commercial property assessed clean energy","description":"For legislation to authorize resiliency measures under commercial property assessed clean energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1825","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971794,"bill_number":"S1242","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"For legislation to ensure consumer choice and equal access to eye care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1242","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971796,"bill_number":"S871","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S871","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971818,"bill_number":"S1868","title":"Relative to the impact of natural gas transfer facilities on public health","description":"For legislation relative to the impact of natural gas transfer facilities on public health. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1868","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971824,"bill_number":"S1000","title":"Establishing fair scheduling practices for employees in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish fair scheduling practices for employees in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1000","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971826,"bill_number":"S1019","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971827,"bill_number":"S1816","title":"Relative to the expansion of the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center","description":"For legislation relative to the expansion of the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1816","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971831,"bill_number":"S1317","title":"Relative to suppressors","description":"For legislation relative to suppressors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1317","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971835,"bill_number":"S1097","title":"To prevent adolescent substance use","description":"For legislation to prevent adolescent substance use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1097","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971836,"bill_number":"S879","title":"Relative to examinations for applicants to the trial court","description":"For legislation relative to examinations for applicants to the trial court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971837,"bill_number":"S1895","title":"To foster artist businesses in Cultural Districts","description":"For legislation to foster artist businesses in Cultural Districts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1895/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1895","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971838,"bill_number":"S1434","title":"Relative to the retirement of MassPort officers","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of MassPort officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1460","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971839,"bill_number":"S1838","title":"Ensuring the safety of residents, first responders, and gas workers","description":"For legislation to ensure the safety of residents, first responders, and gas workers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971840,"bill_number":"S1553","title":"Relative to the regulation and taxation of transient accommodations in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation and taxation of transient accommodations in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971844,"bill_number":"S1419","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christopher Eldredge, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christopher Eldredge, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971845,"bill_number":"S2003","title":"To provide for the issuance of a distinctive registration plate for congenital heart defects research and treatment","description":"For legislation to provide for the issuance of a distinctive registration plate for congenital heart defects research and treatment. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971846,"bill_number":"S1216","title":"To increase access to health care in underserved areas of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to increase access to health care in underserved areas of Massachusetts. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1216","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971847,"bill_number":"S1365","title":"To protect law abiding citizens and strengthen public safety","description":"For legislation to protect law abiding citizens and strengthen public safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971848,"bill_number":"S1873","title":"Relative to solar siting","description":"For legislation relative to solar siting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971849,"bill_number":"S1388","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1388","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971850,"bill_number":"S1686","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain property at the Hinton State Laboratory in the City of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the division of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain property at the Hinton State Laboratory in the City of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971851,"bill_number":"S1924","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971852,"bill_number":"S1661","title":"Removing impediments to corporate growth","description":"For legislation to remove impediments to corporate growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971854,"bill_number":"S994","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971855,"bill_number":"S1550","title":"Authorizing voluntary contributions to the Massachusetts Fire Fighters Academy Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize voluntary contributions to the Massachusetts Fire Fighters Academy Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1550","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971862,"bill_number":"S1443","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1443","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":971889,"bill_number":"S1533","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971891,"bill_number":"S949","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971893,"bill_number":"S1526","title":"Relative to the inventory tax","description":"For legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971894,"bill_number":"S1517","title":"Allowing the clawback of Massachusetts historic rehabilitation tax credits","description":"For legislation to allow the clawback of Massachusetts historic rehabilitation tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971895,"bill_number":"S1757","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971896,"bill_number":"S863","title":"Relative to child transportation companies","description":"For legislation relative to child transportation companies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971897,"bill_number":"S1828","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1828","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971898,"bill_number":"S1141","title":"To study establishment of, and definition of, a Middlesex Regional Commission","description":"For legislation to study establishment of, and definition of, a Middlesex Regional Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1141","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971899,"bill_number":"S932","title":"Relative to sex offender registration","description":"For legislation relative to sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S932/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971900,"bill_number":"S972","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971902,"bill_number":"S937","title":"Relative to impersonating a public officer","description":"For legislation relative to impersonating a public officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971903,"bill_number":"S1963","title":"To promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos","description":"For legislation to promote transparency of facial recognition and driver's license photos. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971904,"bill_number":"S1786","title":"Health and Human Service Executive Estate Retirement Policy Act","description":"For legislation to create the Health and Human Service Executive Estate Retirement Policy Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1786","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971905,"bill_number":"S1230","title":"To combat V.I.P. syndrome to protect health care integrity and quality","description":"For legislation to combat V.I.P. syndrome to protect health care integrity and quality. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1230/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1230","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971907,"bill_number":"S1142","title":"For equity and fairness in distribution of Community Preservation Funds","description":"For legislation for equity and fairness in distribution of Community Preservation Funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1142","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":971908,"bill_number":"S832","title":"Protecting survivors of rape and their children","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of rape and their children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971910,"bill_number":"S978","title":"Relative to the crime of arson","description":"For legislation relative to the crime of arson. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971911,"bill_number":"S1759","title":"Relative to executive employee compensation","description":"For legislation relative to executive employee compensation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971913,"bill_number":"S1068","title":"Relative to the public safety risk of marijuana-impaired drivers","description":"For legislation relative to the public safety risk of marijuana-impaired drivers. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1068/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1068","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971914,"bill_number":"S1441","title":"Allowing Joseph Barbati, a retired member of the Massachusetts Trial Court, an accidental disability retirement option","description":"For legislation to allow Joseph Barbati, a retired member of the Massachusetts Trial Court, an accidental disability retirement option. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971915,"bill_number":"S1837","title":"Relative to the prompt decommissioning of nuclear power stations","description":"For legislation relative to the prompt decommissioning of nuclear power stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971916,"bill_number":"S1497","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971917,"bill_number":"S1732","title":"To restore and revitalize state pier in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to restore and revitalize state pier in the city of New Bedford. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971919,"bill_number":"S1584","title":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","description":"For legislation to establish estate tax valuation for farms. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3915","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971920,"bill_number":"S1222","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in medical settings","description":"For legislation to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in medical settings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1954","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971921,"bill_number":"S1915","title":"Promoting zero-emission vehicles","description":"For legislation to promote zero-emission vehicles . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971922,"bill_number":"S1806","title":"Independence Partnership Act","description":"For legislation to create an Independence Partnership Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1806","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971928,"bill_number":"S1427","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971929,"bill_number":"S1198","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of acupuncture. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1198","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971931,"bill_number":"S1900","title":"Furthering growth in the creative economy","description":"For legislation to further growth in the creative economy. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971932,"bill_number":"S1282","title":"Relative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices","description":"For legislation relative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971933,"bill_number":"S1258","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"For legislation relative to food labeling of fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971934,"bill_number":"S936","title":"Relative to conflict of interest training","description":"For legislation relative to conflict of interest training. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971935,"bill_number":"S1624","title":"To promote conservation through oyster shell recycling","description":"For legislation to promote conservation through oyster shell recycling. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4213","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971936,"bill_number":"S1461","title":"Relative to surviving family members of public emergency medical technicians","description":"For legislation relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1445","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971937,"bill_number":"S1255","title":"Establishing a special commission to find the best practices to promote education, awareness, and prevention of Lyme disease","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to find the best practices to promote education, awareness, and prevention of Lyme disease. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971940,"bill_number":"S1756","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971941,"bill_number":"S1818","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/21/2017 from 02:00 PM-03:00 PM in 222","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971942,"bill_number":"S1727","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2616","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971943,"bill_number":"S1921","title":"Defining special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle safety checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971944,"bill_number":"S1691","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971945,"bill_number":"S1706","title":"Creating Lysosomal Storage Disorders awareness month","description":"For legislation to create lysosomal storage disorder awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971948,"bill_number":"S1359","title":"To ensure compliance with the anti-shackling law for pregnant incarcerated women","description":"For legislation to ensure compliance with the anti-shackling law for pregnant incarcerated women. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971949,"bill_number":"S1212","title":"Aligning hospital licensure with community needs in addiction and behavioral health","description":"For legislation to align hospital licensure with community needs in addiction and behavioral health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971952,"bill_number":"S1812","title":"Relative to the Employment Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Employment Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1812","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":971953,"bill_number":"S1582","title":"Relative to growing the creative economy","description":"For legislation to the sale of original works of art. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971954,"bill_number":"S1339","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971955,"bill_number":"S1095","title":"Relative to behavioral health telemedicine","description":"For legislation relative to behavioral health telemedicine. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2439","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971957,"bill_number":"S1327","title":"Relative to the use of community corrections","description":"For legislation relative to the use of community corrections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971958,"bill_number":"S1126","title":"Mitigating water resource impacts","description":"For legislation to mitigate water resource impacts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971959,"bill_number":"S1129","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971960,"bill_number":"S1402","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971964,"bill_number":"S1848","title":"Relative to low income solar","description":"For legislation relative to low income solar. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971966,"bill_number":"S1215","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971967,"bill_number":"S1295","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971968,"bill_number":"S1849","title":"Transitioning Massachusetts to 100 percent renewable energy","description":"For legislation to transition Massachusetts to 100 percent renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971969,"bill_number":"S1736","title":"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971970,"bill_number":"S1120","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971971,"bill_number":"S990","title":"To provide bereavement leave to employees in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide bereavement leave to employees in Massachusetts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971972,"bill_number":"S1532","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"For legislation to promote urban agriculture and horticulture. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3854","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971973,"bill_number":"S1210","title":"Relative to the advanced nursing practice","description":"For legislation relative to the advanced nursing practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1257","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971974,"bill_number":"S1238","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2517","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971976,"bill_number":"S1835","title":"Relative to renewable energy generation and market efficiency","description":"For legislation relative to renewable energy generation and market efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971977,"bill_number":"S1270","title":"Further regulating hospitals","description":"For legislation to further regulate hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971978,"bill_number":"S974","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971979,"bill_number":"S1543","title":"Increasing the property tax deferral for seniors","description":"For legislation to increase the property tax deferral for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1503","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971981,"bill_number":"S1860","title":"Relative to reasonable municipal expenses","description":"For legislation relative to reasonable municipal expenses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971982,"bill_number":"S1850","title":"Relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers","description":"For legislation to protect propane gas ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1850/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1850","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971983,"bill_number":"S1028","title":"To protect locked out employees","description":"For legislation to protect locked out employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H4988","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971985,"bill_number":"S1377","title":"Further defining a Hate Crime","description":"For legislation to further define a hate crime. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971987,"bill_number":"S1054","title":"Relative for military leave for training purposes","description":"For legislation relative for military leave for training purposes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971989,"bill_number":"S951","title":"Relative to confidentiality of reports of rape and related offenses","description":"For legislation relative to confidentiality of reports of rape and related offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971990,"bill_number":"S1011","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1011/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1011","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971991,"bill_number":"S1074","title":"Relative to hemp","description":"For legislation relative to hemp. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971993,"bill_number":"S1982","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"For legislation relative to the used vehicle record book. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2269","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971994,"bill_number":"S829","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971995,"bill_number":"S1413","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the effects of the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the effects of the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset in Massachusetts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971996,"bill_number":"S1734","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":971997,"bill_number":"S1579","title":"Relative to providing a tax credit for employee training","description":"For legislation to provide a tax credit for employee training. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972000,"bill_number":"S1535","title":"Authorizing the town of Charlton to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel","description":"For legislation 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3912","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972002,"bill_number":"S1946","title":"To improve pedestrian and vehicular safety","description":"For legislation to improve pedestrian and vehicular safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1946","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":972003,"bill_number":"S1529","title":"To promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972005,"bill_number":"S945","title":"Rescinding an order terminating parental rights","description":"For legislation to rescind an order terminating parental rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972006,"bill_number":"S1364","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972007,"bill_number":"S893","title":"To enhance state anti-trust powers and enforcement","description":"For legislation to enhance state anti-trust powers and enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S893/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S893","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":972009,"bill_number":"S1006","title":"To diversify the use of the Workforce Training Fund to support the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to diversify the use of the Workforce Training Fund to support the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2109","last_action_date":"2017-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1006/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1006","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972010,"bill_number":"S1240","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"For legislation to authorize pharmacists to perform certain medical procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972012,"bill_number":"S1799","title":"Occupational Healthcare Act","description":"For legislation to create a Occupational Healthcare Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1799","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":972013,"bill_number":"S1855","title":"Protecting ratepayers from gas pipeline expansion costs","description":"For legislation to protect ratepayers from gas pipeline expansion costs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972014,"bill_number":"S1373","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2633","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972015,"bill_number":"S992","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972016,"bill_number":"S2001","title":"Relative to drivers license information","description":"For legislation relative to drivers license information. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2001/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972017,"bill_number":"S1940","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972028,"bill_number":"S1465","title":"Relative to veterans creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to veterans creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972029,"bill_number":"S1061","title":"Relative to edible marijuana products","description":"For legislation relative to edible marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972030,"bill_number":"S1654","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1654","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972033,"bill_number":"S1305","title":"To protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2289","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1305/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972034,"bill_number":"S1334","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972035,"bill_number":"S908","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972036,"bill_number":"S1209","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972037,"bill_number":"S1666","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972038,"bill_number":"S1916","title":"Clarifying the definition of commercial motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of commercial motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972039,"bill_number":"S1018","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1018","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":972040,"bill_number":"S1302","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972042,"bill_number":"S1296","title":"To promote humane conditions of confinement","description":"For legislation to promote humane conditions of confinement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972044,"bill_number":"S870","title":"Establishing a commission to study judicial accountability in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study judicial accountability in the commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972046,"bill_number":"S1516","title":"Encouraging employer student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972047,"bill_number":"S1925","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972048,"bill_number":"S885","title":"Relative to the privacy of a decedent’s electronic communication","description":"For legislation relative to the privacy of a decedent’s electronic communication. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972049,"bill_number":"S1451","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972050,"bill_number":"S1104","title":"To improve the quality of mental health services, and rights of patients, by providing for sufficient privacy","description":"For legislation to improve the quality of mental health services, and rights of patients, by providing for sufficient privacy. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1104","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":972051,"bill_number":"S1496","title":"To invest in our communities","description":"For legislation to invest in our communities and tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972052,"bill_number":"S1595","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972054,"bill_number":"S1907","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle visibility on the road. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1907/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972055,"bill_number":"S1307","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972057,"bill_number":"S1879","title":"Relative to a residential PACE program","description":"For legislation relative to a residential PACE program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972059,"bill_number":"S1525","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the small commercial tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972060,"bill_number":"S1705","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972061,"bill_number":"S1626","title":"Relative to charitable organizations and property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to charitable organizations and property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972062,"bill_number":"S1106","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972063,"bill_number":"S1171","title":"To protect sports medicine professionals","description":"For legislation to protect sports medicine professionals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1171","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972064,"bill_number":"S1803","title":"Lobbyist and Legal Service Insurance Policy Act","description":"For legislation to create a Lobbyist and Legal Service Insurance Policy Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1803","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":972067,"bill_number":"S887","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"For legislation relative to prejudgment interest rates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972068,"bill_number":"S926","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972069,"bill_number":"S2030","title":"To protect medically needy veterans","description":"For legislation to protect medically needy veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972070,"bill_number":"S1391","title":"Relative to airport rescue firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to airport rescue firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972072,"bill_number":"S1323","title":"Relative to unloaded rifles or shotguns","description":"For legislation relative to carrying unloaded rifles or shotguns. . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972073,"bill_number":"S925","title":"Strengthening punishments for the distribution of heroin","description":"For legislation to strengthen punishments for the distribution of heroin. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972075,"bill_number":"S1376","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972076,"bill_number":"S1491","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972078,"bill_number":"S1034","title":"Relative to a prevailing wage for trash and recycling collectors, moving contractors, and motor bus pupil transporters","description":"For legislation relative to a prevailing wage for trash and recycling collectors, moving contractors, and motor bus pupil transporters. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972080,"bill_number":"S1936","title":"To ensure driver privacy with electronic tolling","description":"For legislation to ensure driver privacy with electronic tolling. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972081,"bill_number":"S1471","title":"Relative to funeral and burial expenses","description":"For legislation relative to funeral and burial expenses for public safety employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972082,"bill_number":"S987","title":"Clarifying the Prevailing Wage Law","description":"For legislation to clarify the Prevailing Wage Law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972083,"bill_number":"S1456","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972084,"bill_number":"S1075","title":"Relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972085,"bill_number":"S1674","title":"Supporting voluntary income tax assistance sites","description":"For legislation to support voluntary income tax assistance sites. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3914","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972086,"bill_number":"S904","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S904","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972090,"bill_number":"S1052","title":"Relative to snow removal service liability limitation","description":"For legislation relative to snow removal service liability limitation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1052","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972092,"bill_number":"S983","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972093,"bill_number":"S1714","title":"To increase courthouse energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to increase courthouse energy efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1714/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1714","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972095,"bill_number":"S1340","title":"Relative to suppressors","description":"For legislation relative to firearm suppressors . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972096,"bill_number":"S1109","title":"To improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists","description":"For legislation to improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4355","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972097,"bill_number":"S1058","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1058/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1058","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972098,"bill_number":"S1167","title":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"For legislation relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1144","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972100,"bill_number":"S1273","title":"Requiring protection for the continuous skilled care of fragile children in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require protection for the continuous skilled care of fragile children in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2643","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972101,"bill_number":"S1913","title":"Relative to handicapped parking","description":"For legislation relative to handicapped parking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2099","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972103,"bill_number":"S1096","title":"To expand access to medically assisted treatment providers","description":"For legislation to expand access to medically assisted treatment providers. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2439","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1096/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972105,"bill_number":"S1062","title":"Relative to chapter 351 of the acts of 2016","description":"For legislation relative to chapter 351 of the acts of 2016. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1062","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":972106,"bill_number":"S1970","title":"Relative to rapid transit systems","description":"For legislation relative to rapid transit systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972107,"bill_number":"S1659","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972108,"bill_number":"S1182","title":"Relative to the safe treatment of pain","description":"For legislation relative to the safe treatment of pain. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972109,"bill_number":"S1306","title":"Reducing recidivism, curbing unnecessary spending, and ensuring appropriate use of segregation","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism, curbing unnecessary spending, and ensuring appropriate use of segregation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972110,"bill_number":"S1869","title":"To protect our environment and lower our carbon footprint","description":"For legislation to protect our environment and reduce the carbon footprint of the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1869/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972113,"bill_number":"S1844","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants","description":"For legislation relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972114,"bill_number":"S2031","title":"Relative to veteran status","description":"For legislation relative to veteran status. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2031","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972116,"bill_number":"S1923","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972117,"bill_number":"S852","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972118,"bill_number":"S880","title":"To increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses","description":"For legislation to increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972119,"bill_number":"S1428","title":"Relative to creditable service for teachers","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972120,"bill_number":"S1249","title":"To reduce exposure to BPA","description":"For legislation to reduce exposure to BPA. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972121,"bill_number":"S1730","title":"Relative to ensuring adequate procurement procedures","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring adequate procurement procedures. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972124,"bill_number":"S1411","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972125,"bill_number":"S1136","title":"Validating actions taken by the town of Templeton at the special town meeting held on November 9, 2015","description":"For legislation to validate actions taken by the town of Templeton at the special town meeting held on November 9, 2015. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972126,"bill_number":"S1476","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972127,"bill_number":"S1065","title":"Strengthening local control over recreational marijuana businesses","description":"For legislation to strengthen local control over recreational marijuana businesses. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972128,"bill_number":"S1513","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972130,"bill_number":"S844","title":"Defining court administrative records as public records","description":"For legislation to define court administrative records as public records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972131,"bill_number":"S1046","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1046/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1046","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972132,"bill_number":"S1600","title":"Establishing a local option to exempt fishermen from property taxes","description":"For legislation to establish a local option to exempt fishermen from property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972134,"bill_number":"S1712","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972135,"bill_number":"S1995","title":"Regulating non-commercial aircraft landing in municipalities","description":"For legislation to regulate non-commercial aircraft landing in municipalities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972136,"bill_number":"S1791","title":"To provide long term care to injured not at fault","description":"For legislation to provide long term care to injured not at fault. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1791","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":972140,"bill_number":"S1154","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972141,"bill_number":"S906","title":"To enhance the lives of survivors of human trafficking","description":"For legislation to enhance the lives of survivors of human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2598","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972142,"bill_number":"S1051","title":"To promote employer sponsorship of health care","description":"For legislation to promote employer sponsorship of health care. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972143,"bill_number":"S1836","title":"Relative to responsible emergency planning at nuclear power plants","description":"For legislation relative to responsible emergency planning at nuclear power plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972144,"bill_number":"S1157","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972145,"bill_number":"S1613","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"For legislation relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2160","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972148,"bill_number":"S1520","title":"Protecting the interests of housing cooperative shareholders","description":"For legislation to protect the interests of housing cooperative shareholders. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1520","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972151,"bill_number":"S1178","title":"Relative to the age of tobacco purchase","description":"For legislation relative to the age of tobacco purchase. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1218","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972152,"bill_number":"S1964","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972153,"bill_number":"S2005","title":"Relative to driving offenses","description":"For legislation relative to driving offenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972154,"bill_number":"S1548","title":"Requiring accurate reporting of corporate profits","description":"For legislation to require accurate reporting of corporate profits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1548","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972156,"bill_number":"S1580","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1580","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972161,"bill_number":"S1350","title":"Relative to the safety of children in school buses","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of children in school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1350","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972163,"bill_number":"S853","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S853","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972167,"bill_number":"S1189","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1218","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1189","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972173,"bill_number":"S866","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972174,"bill_number":"S1833","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972175,"bill_number":"S868","title":"Relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan law","description":"For legislation relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S868","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972179,"bill_number":"S1416","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972180,"bill_number":"S934","title":"Relative to moving violations","description":"For legislation relative to moving violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S934","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":972181,"bill_number":"S1372","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972182,"bill_number":"S1537","title":"To increase transparency of taxpayers rights","description":"For legislation to increase transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972185,"bill_number":"S1511","title":"To promote high-impact community investment","description":"For legislation to promote high-impact community investment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3853","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972186,"bill_number":"S1190","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"For legislation to ensure consumer choice and equal access to eye care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1242","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972188,"bill_number":"S1635","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972189,"bill_number":"S834","title":"Reforming pretrial process","description":"For legislation to reform pretrial process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972191,"bill_number":"S1894","title":"Relative to state tourism accountability and transparency","description":"For legislation relative to state tourism accountability and transparency. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2254","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1894","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972192,"bill_number":"S1971","title":"Relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972193,"bill_number":"S1437","title":"Relative to violent altercations involving a law enforcement officer","description":"For legislation relative to violent altercations involving a law enforcement officer. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972194,"bill_number":"S1902","title":"Relative to aviation worker training","description":"For legislation relative to aviation worker training. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972196,"bill_number":"S1749","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the feasibility of incorporating conductive concrete in future public works projects","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the feasibility of incorporating conductive concrete in future public works projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972197,"bill_number":"S1694","title":"Requiring additional reporting of transportation privatization contracts to promote transparency","description":"For legislation to require additional reporting of transportation privatization contracts to promote transparency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972198,"bill_number":"S1045","title":"Relative to veterans’ work-related experience in applying for certain licenses","description":"For legislation relative to veterans’ work-related experience in applying for certain licenses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1045","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972200,"bill_number":"S1032","title":"Relative to the documentation of contracted workers","description":"For legislation relative to the documentation of contracted workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972201,"bill_number":"S1742","title":"Establishing the month of May as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month","description":"For legislation to establish the month of May as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2137","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972202,"bill_number":"S1349","title":"To regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972203,"bill_number":"S1247","title":"Relative to medication aides","description":"For legislation relative to medication aides training and certification. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972204,"bill_number":"S1199","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1199/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1199","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972205,"bill_number":"S1448","title":"Relative to group insurance costs","description":"For legislation to cap copays and deductibles for GIC subscribers . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972211,"bill_number":"S1360","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1380","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972212,"bill_number":"S2000","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972213,"bill_number":"S1185","title":"Relative to timely notification of releases of radiation","description":"For legislation relative to timely notification of releases of radiation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972214,"bill_number":"S1475","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972215,"bill_number":"S1479","title":"Relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunications","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunications. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972216,"bill_number":"S1888","title":"Redefining natural gas compressor station","description":"For legislation to redefine natural gas compressor station. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972217,"bill_number":"S1678","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972218,"bill_number":"S1237","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"For legislation to create designated stroke centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2690","last_action_date":"2018-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972220,"bill_number":"S1735","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972222,"bill_number":"S1293","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972223,"bill_number":"S1679","title":"Relative to personnel records","description":"For legislation relative to personnel records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972224,"bill_number":"S1207","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to volunteer ambulance service. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2446","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972226,"bill_number":"S1017","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972227,"bill_number":"S1824","title":"Relative to the net metering cap","description":"For legislation relative to the net metering cap. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1871","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972228,"bill_number":"S1531","title":"Relative to low-income housing tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to low-income housing tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972229,"bill_number":"S1717","title":"Proclaiming May as Aviation Awareness Month","description":"For legislation to proclaim May as Aviation Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972230,"bill_number":"S1652","title":"Providing local property tax relief","description":"For legislation to provide local property tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2231","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972231,"bill_number":"S1865","title":"Improving recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the development of economically sound and environmentally progressive solid waste management strategies to improve recycling. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972233,"bill_number":"S1962","title":"To prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities","description":"For legislation to prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2058","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972234,"bill_number":"S876","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S876","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972235,"bill_number":"S1549","title":"To ensure the efficacy of corporate tax expenditures","description":"For legislation to ensure the efficacy of corporate tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972236,"bill_number":"S1195","title":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to grant equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1163","last_action_date":"2017-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972237,"bill_number":"S1901","title":"Relative to accessible parking placards","description":"For legislation relative to accessible parking placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972238,"bill_number":"S1764","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972240,"bill_number":"S1512","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"For legislation relative to the relief of mortgage debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3337","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972241,"bill_number":"S1604","title":"Providing interest rate parity","description":"For legislation to provide interest rate parity. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972244,"bill_number":"S1405","title":"Relative to disability pensions for violent crimes","description":"For legislation relative to disability pensions for violent crimes. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972245,"bill_number":"S1723","title":"Designating May 6 as Moyamoya Disease Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate May 6 as Moyamoya Disease Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972247,"bill_number":"S1885","title":"Regarding net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1871","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972248,"bill_number":"S1453","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972249,"bill_number":"S1101","title":"Improving access to naloxone","description":"For legislation to improve access to naloxone. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972250,"bill_number":"S1708","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972251,"bill_number":"S920","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for failing to stop during a police pursuit. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972254,"bill_number":"S1225","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation relative to end of life options. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972256,"bill_number":"S1634","title":"Relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions","description":"For legislation relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3913","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972257,"bill_number":"S1088","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972258,"bill_number":"S872","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S872/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S872","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972259,"bill_number":"S1239","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Project","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimers Project. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972260,"bill_number":"S1387","title":"Relative to a service based retirement option for Group 1 and Group 2 career employees","description":"For legislation relative to a service based retirement option for Group 1 and Group 2 career employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972261,"bill_number":"S1384","title":"Relative to eligibility for state group health insurance","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility for state group health insurance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972262,"bill_number":"S1110","title":"Relative to psychotropic medication","description":"For legislation relative to psychotropic medication. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2284","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972263,"bill_number":"S1804","title":"Lighten Up Act","description":"For legislation to create the Lighten Up Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1804","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":972264,"bill_number":"S1507","title":"Authorizing the establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts","description":"For legislation to authorize the establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972266,"bill_number":"S1974","title":"Relative to a clean fuel standard","description":"For legislation relative to a clean fuel standard. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S479","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972267,"bill_number":"S2024","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972268,"bill_number":"S1179","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2430","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972271,"bill_number":"S849","title":"Relative to the insanity defense","description":"For legislation relative to the insanity defense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972272,"bill_number":"S1899","title":"Relative to tourism collaboration","description":"For legislation relative to tourism collaboration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1899","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972273,"bill_number":"S2011","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. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2011/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2011","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972274,"bill_number":"S1883","title":"Relative to the green communities act","description":"For legislation relative to a comprehensive investigation of the green communities act. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972275,"bill_number":"S1124","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972277,"bill_number":"S1637","title":"Relative to the creation of a training tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of an employee training tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972279,"bill_number":"S1527","title":"To reduce the costs for adoption","description":"For legislation to reduce the costs for adoption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1527","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972281,"bill_number":"S1213","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"For legislation relative to the prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972282,"bill_number":"S1651","title":"Regarding septic credit eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to septic credit eligibility. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972283,"bill_number":"S1746","title":"Providing training for boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to provide training for boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972285,"bill_number":"S1807","title":"Healthcare Saving Bank for Executive Joseph Toolan of the Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to create the Healthcare Saving Bank for Executive Joseph Toolan of the Office of Health and Human Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1807","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":972286,"bill_number":"S1474","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972287,"bill_number":"S1934","title":"To conduct a study of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority retirement fund","description":"For legislation to conduct a study of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority retirement fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972288,"bill_number":"S1385","title":"Relative to local public housing authorities access to the dental and vision insurance plan managed by the group insurance commission","description":"For legislation relative to local public housing authorities access to the dental and vision insurance plan managed by the group insurance commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972290,"bill_number":"S1737","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972292,"bill_number":"S909","title":"Relative to corporate criminal conduct","description":"For legislation relative to corporate criminal conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S909","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972294,"bill_number":"S1196","title":"Reducing the risk of skin cancer and excessive UV exposure in children","description":"For legislation to reduce the risk of skin cancer and excessive UV exposure in children. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2425","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972295,"bill_number":"S1244","title":"Facilitating the provision of telehealth services","description":"For legislation to facilitate the provision of telehealth services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1244","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972297,"bill_number":"S1355","title":"Relative to licensing vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"For legislation relative to licensing vertical reciprocating conveyors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972298,"bill_number":"S965","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972299,"bill_number":"S1446","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972302,"bill_number":"S1957","title":"Relative to Northeast Regional Infrastructure Bank","description":"For legislation relative to Northeast Regional Infrastructure Bank. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2484","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972304,"bill_number":"S1861","title":"Establishing a broadband infrastructure study commission","description":"For legislation to establish a broadband infrastructure study commission. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972305,"bill_number":"S1761","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972306,"bill_number":"S1173","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972307,"bill_number":"S1112","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972311,"bill_number":"S1132","title":"Authorizing the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972312,"bill_number":"S1572","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972313,"bill_number":"S1990","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 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. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972315,"bill_number":"S1361","title":"Creating a pilot program to limit driving under the influence of alcohol","description":"For legislation to create a pilot program to limit driving under the influence of alcohol. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2477","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972316,"bill_number":"S1715","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"For legislation to require the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination to include representatives of the LGBTQ community. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972317,"bill_number":"S1984","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1984/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972319,"bill_number":"S1271","title":"Relative to tobacco cessation","description":"For legislation relative to tobacco cessation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1218","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972320,"bill_number":"S1772","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972321,"bill_number":"S924","title":"Relative to the safety of seniors in assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of seniors in assisted living facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972322,"bill_number":"S1290","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1290","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972324,"bill_number":"S1010","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972325,"bill_number":"S2029","title":"Relative to paid military leave","description":"For legislation relative to paid military leave. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2029/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2029","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972329,"bill_number":"S1279","title":"Protecting inmate safety and the expenditure of state funds","description":"For legislation to protect inmate safety and the expenditure of state funds. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972330,"bill_number":"S1977","title":"Enhancing local road construction","description":"For legislation to enhance local road construction and speed limits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2277","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1977/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1977","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972331,"bill_number":"S1827","title":"Relative to the construction of generating facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the construction of generating facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972332,"bill_number":"S1581","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3663","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972333,"bill_number":"S1398","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972334,"bill_number":"S1561","title":"Relative to Stormwater Management and Climate Change Adaptation Incentives","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to grant property tax exemption for habitat and urban forest. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1561","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":972336,"bill_number":"S2016","title":"Relative to life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation relative to life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2363","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972338,"bill_number":"S1747","title":"Relative to municipal impact statements","description":"For legislation relative to municipal impact statements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972340,"bill_number":"S1119","title":"Establishing three new commissions on the status of women and girls","description":"For legislation to establish three new commissions on the status of women and girls. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1110","last_action_date":"2017-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972341,"bill_number":"S964","title":"Further defining a bona fide coin-operated amusement machine","description":"For legislation further defining a bona fide coin-operated amusement machine. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972342,"bill_number":"S2015","title":"Waiving certain state fees for active duty members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation to waive certain state fees for active duty members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972344,"bill_number":"S980","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S980/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972345,"bill_number":"S1583","title":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents","description":"For legislation relative to tax abatements for deaf residents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1503","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972346,"bill_number":"S1426","title":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the committee for public counsel services","description":"For legislation relative to collective bargaining rights for employees of CPCS. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1426","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972347,"bill_number":"S1614","title":"Combatting illegal tobacco and preventing further loss of revenue to the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to combat illegal tobacco and prevent further loss of revenue to the commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4065","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972348,"bill_number":"S1486","title":"Relative to amending disability or death caused by certain conditions of cancer","description":"For legislation to amend disability or death caused by certain conditions of cancer. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1386","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972350,"bill_number":"S2020","title":"To allow veterans from Puerto Rico & U.S. Territories to receive equal treatment under Massachusetts law","description":"For legislation to allow veterans from Puerto Rico and U.S. territories to receive equal treatment under Massachusetts law. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2020","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972351,"bill_number":"S1665","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972352,"bill_number":"S1695","title":"Relative to public records for genealogical research","description":"For legislation relative to public records for genealogical research. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1695","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
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{"bill_id":972354,"bill_number":"S1559","title":"To authorize cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to increase the local tax rate on meals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4212","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972355,"bill_number":"S1038","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2449","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972356,"bill_number":"S1321","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972357,"bill_number":"S1954","title":"Relative to low-speed vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to low-speed vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972358,"bill_number":"S1073","title":"Relative to marijuana potency","description":"For legislation relative to marijuana potency. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972361,"bill_number":"S1912","title":"To ensure greater transparency and accountability in the Commonwealth’s commuter rail system","description":"For legislation to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the Commonwealth’s commuter rail system. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2435","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1912","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972364,"bill_number":"S1976","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1976/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1976","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972365,"bill_number":"S2022","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972366,"bill_number":"S1301","title":"Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings","description":"For legislation relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972367,"bill_number":"S2033","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2033","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972371,"bill_number":"S1107","title":"Reaffirming our commitment to serving adults with autism","description":"For legislation to reaffirm our commitment to serving adults with autism. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2440","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972372,"bill_number":"S1468","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972374,"bill_number":"S1575","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972375,"bill_number":"S1965","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972376,"bill_number":"S831","title":"Promoting homelessness prevention in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote homelessness prevention in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S831/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S831","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972377,"bill_number":"S1089","title":"Relative to mental health peer specialists certification","description":"For legislation relative to mental health peer specialists certification. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2451","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1089","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972380,"bill_number":"S1313","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972381,"bill_number":"S915","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972384,"bill_number":"S1303","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on prisoner and correction officer suicides","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on prisoner and correction officer suicides. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972385,"bill_number":"S931","title":"Relative to sex offender classification","description":"For legislation relative to sex offender classification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972386,"bill_number":"S1862","title":"Establishing an energy efficiency pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish an energy efficiency pilot program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972387,"bill_number":"S1904","title":"Relative to pedestrian public safety","description":"For legislation relative to increasing the fine for “jay walking”, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1904","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972390,"bill_number":"S1703","title":"Reducing the costs for small businesses","description":"For legislation to reduce the costs for small businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972391,"bill_number":"S935","title":"Relative to the waiving of fees for the declaration of homestead for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to wave the fees for the declaration of homestead for disabled veterans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972393,"bill_number":"S1504","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to sustain community preservation revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3662","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972394,"bill_number":"S1298","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972396,"bill_number":"S1653","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972398,"bill_number":"S1926","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/17/2017 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972399,"bill_number":"S1352","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1352","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972401,"bill_number":"S846","title":"Restoring enforcement of civil rights","description":"For legislation to restore enforcement of civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972402,"bill_number":"S1945","title":"To promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles into the transportation system of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles into the transportation system of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2358","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972403,"bill_number":"S1170","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972404,"bill_number":"S1121","title":"Enhancing identification of taxicab operators","description":"For legislation to enhance identification of taxicab operators. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972406,"bill_number":"S1164","title":"Relative to early childhood cavities","description":"For legislation relative to the enhanced management of early childhood caries among MassHealth patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972408,"bill_number":"S1059","title":"Relative to the use and legal effects of marijuana","description":"For legislation relative to the use and legal effects of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2488","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1059","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":972409,"bill_number":"S1633","title":"To promote business growth","description":"For legislation to promote business growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972410,"bill_number":"S993","title":"Supporting the establishment of employee cooperatives","description":"For legislation to support the establishment of employee cooperatives. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972411,"bill_number":"S1462","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972412,"bill_number":"S1784","title":"Fiduciary Reserve System Act","description":"For legislation to create a Fiduciary Reserve System Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1784","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":972436,"bill_number":"S1942","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1942","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":972445,"bill_number":"S1482","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972447,"bill_number":"S1009","title":"Providing a safe harbor for self-employed individuals","description":"For legislation to provide a safe harbor for self-employed individuals. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972448,"bill_number":"S1592","title":"Establishing a tax exemption for municipalities paying for gas","description":"For legislation to establish a tax exemption for municipalities paying for gas. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972449,"bill_number":"S1846","title":"Relative to solar power and the green economy","description":"For legislation relative to solar power and the green economy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2498","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972450,"bill_number":"S1501","title":"Relative to a local option excise on the sale of alcoholic beverages for municipal substance abuse prevention and public health programs","description":"For legislation relative to a local option excise on the sale of alcoholic beverages for municipal substance abuse prevention and public health programs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972452,"bill_number":"S967","title":"To provide a lifeline medical amnesty for persons under age 21","description":"For legislation to provide a lifeline medical amnesty for persons under age 21. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972453,"bill_number":"S1481","title":"To provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits","description":"For legislation to provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972454,"bill_number":"S2012","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","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2012/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2012","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972455,"bill_number":"S1161","title":"To protect public health during unseasonably warm weather","description":"For legislation to protect public health during unseasonably warm weather. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972456,"bill_number":"S1506","title":"Relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4001","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972458,"bill_number":"S1117","title":"Relative to solar drying of laundry","description":"For legislation relative to the use of outdoor clotheslines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972459,"bill_number":"S838","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"For legislation to encourage the donation of food to persons in need. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3327","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972460,"bill_number":"S1131","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Sutton","description":"For legislation relative to the charter of the town of Sutton. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972461,"bill_number":"S2028","title":"Relative to protecting veterans","description":"For legislation relative to protecting veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972463,"bill_number":"S2023","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2420","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972464,"bill_number":"S1540","title":"Relative to gun safe tax deductions","description":"For legislation relative to gun safe tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2497","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972465,"bill_number":"S903","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972466,"bill_number":"S1770","title":"Requiring fiscal responsibility","description":"For legislation to require fiscal responsibility. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972467,"bill_number":"S1424","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972468,"bill_number":"S1530","title":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3911","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972469,"bill_number":"S1332","title":"To 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972470,"bill_number":"S1876","title":"Relative to enhancing RPS standards","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing RPS standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2503","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1876","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972492,"bill_number":"S1250","title":"Relative to public safety","description":"For legislation relative to public safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972590,"bill_number":"S1733","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972693,"bill_number":"S982","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972986,"bill_number":"H282","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to the calculation of the special education reimbursement funding program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972987,"bill_number":"H114","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972988,"bill_number":"H77","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4491","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H77/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H77","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972989,"bill_number":"H270","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972990,"bill_number":"H297","title":"Relative to school-served food products","description":"By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli that public schools furnishing lunches or breakfasts list the amount of carbohydrates contained in food products. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972991,"bill_number":"H262","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"For legislation to require that physical education be taught as a required subject in all grades for all students in public schools or Commonwealth charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4127","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972994,"bill_number":"H133","title":"To modernize public accountancy","description":"Relative to public accountancy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972997,"bill_number":"H115","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":972999,"bill_number":"H279","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973000,"bill_number":"H88","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H88/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H88","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973005,"bill_number":"H293","title":"Updating Section 52 of Chapter 71","description":"Relative to the compensation of school committee members. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973006,"bill_number":"H107","title":"Relative to establishing a commission on child welfare and safety","description":"By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the child welfare system in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4793","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973008,"bill_number":"H211","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H211","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973009,"bill_number":"H232","title":"Requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools","description":"Relative to requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H232","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973010,"bill_number":"H192","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H192/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973013,"bill_number":"H222","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973014,"bill_number":"H126","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4563","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973018,"bill_number":"H283","title":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform","description":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H283","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973020,"bill_number":"H87","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts foster care review office","description":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts foster care review office. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4793","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H87/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H87","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973021,"bill_number":"H226","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973022,"bill_number":"H100","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973023,"bill_number":"H76","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H76/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H76","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973029,"bill_number":"H317","title":"Requiring hand sanitizer dispensers in schools","description":"For legislation to require hand sanitizer dispensers in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973030,"bill_number":"H104","title":"Establishing a foster parents' bill of rights","description":"Relative to the rights of foster parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4492","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973031,"bill_number":"H140","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973033,"bill_number":"H138","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973035,"bill_number":"H90","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H90/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H90","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973037,"bill_number":"H81","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H81/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H81","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973038,"bill_number":"H263","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","description":"Relative to child suicide. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973039,"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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H96/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H96","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973040,"bill_number":"H300","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H300","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":973044,"bill_number":"H162","title":"Expanding access to craft beer","description":"Relative to the retail sale of certain malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973046,"bill_number":"H209","title":"Relative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays","description":"Relative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-11-01","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973049,"bill_number":"H233","title":"To promote collaboration at Level 4/5 Schools","description":"Relative to turnaround plans for underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973051,"bill_number":"H221","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2056","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973053,"bill_number":"H205","title":"For aesthetics, barbering, cosmetology, electrolysis, hairdressing and manicuring mobile businesses and services","description":"By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira and Timothy R. Whelan that the Board of Registration of Cosmetology promulgate regulations for aesthetics, barbering, cosmetology, electrolysis, hairdressing and manicuring mobile businesses and services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973054,"bill_number":"H80","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"Relative to the establishment of an abuse registry for certain caretakers of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4026","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H80/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H80","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973057,"bill_number":"H219","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973059,"bill_number":"H264","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H264/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H264","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973060,"bill_number":"H210","title":"Relative to used police cars sold at auction","description":"Relative to increasing the penalties to motor vehicle dealers for certain sales of used police vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973061,"bill_number":"H215","title":"Establishing a tax increment financing plan for new businesses","description":"By Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, a petition of Gailanne M. Cariddi, Jason M. Lewis and Patricia A. Haddad that the Economic Assistance Coordinating Council under the oversight of the Secretary of Housing and Economic Development establish a tax increment financing program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973063,"bill_number":"H113","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973064,"bill_number":"H128","title":"Relative to smart growth housing production","description":"Relative to smart growth housing production. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973069,"bill_number":"H179","title":"To recover stolen property","description":"For legislation to require that certain pawned items be photographed and cataloged. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973071,"bill_number":"H149","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H149/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H149","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973074,"bill_number":"H112","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973075,"bill_number":"H151","title":"Relative to medical physics","description":"Relative to establishing a board of registration in medical physics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973076,"bill_number":"H91","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H91/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H91","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973079,"bill_number":"H97","title":"Relative to education or training activities for purposes of meeting the Department of Transitional Assistance work requirement","description":"Relative to education or training activities for purposes of meeting the Department of Transitional Assistance work requirement for applicants seeking certain master’s degrees. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H97/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H97","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973081,"bill_number":"H240","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973084,"bill_number":"H84","title":"To further provide a rental arrearage program","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker and others that the Department of Transitional Assistance administer a rental and mortgage arrearage program for certain low-income households. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H84/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H84","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973085,"bill_number":"H276","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973087,"bill_number":"H139","title":"Requiring fair housing training for real estate agents and brokers","description":"For legislation requiring real estate licensing education to include a fair housing training component. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4352","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973088,"bill_number":"H177","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973089,"bill_number":"H92","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H122","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H92/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H92","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973093,"bill_number":"H267","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973096,"bill_number":"H123","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4563","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973098,"bill_number":"H272","title":"Relative to the school turnaround process","description":"Relative to the turnaround process for underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973099,"bill_number":"H237","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973100,"bill_number":"H295","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3704","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973102,"bill_number":"H250","title":"Establishing a special commission to study vocational education transportation","description":"Relative to the transportation of students in vocational-technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973105,"bill_number":"H316","title":"Relative to school transportation parity","description":"For legislation to provide students transportation to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973109,"bill_number":"H142","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973110,"bill_number":"H248","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S260","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973112,"bill_number":"H261","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973114,"bill_number":"H102","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973116,"bill_number":"H190","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973117,"bill_number":"H193","title":"Relative to sheet metal work","description":"Relative to the awarding of sheet metal work contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H193","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973118,"bill_number":"H127","title":"Promoting accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to the regulation of location, dimensions or design of accessory dwelling units. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973121,"bill_number":"H175","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973125,"bill_number":"H109","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, Mathew Muratore and Alan Silvia 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973126,"bill_number":"H118","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973127,"bill_number":"H312","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H312","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973128,"bill_number":"H119","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973130,"bill_number":"H204","title":"Modifying the expiration of licenses to sell alcoholic liquors","description":"Relative to the expiration of certain licenses to sell alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H204","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973132,"bill_number":"H121","title":"Preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits","description":"Relative to preventing funds deposited in children’s savings accounts from counting against cash assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973134,"bill_number":"H260","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973136,"bill_number":"H106","title":"Relative to the out-of-state use of cash assistance","description":"Relative to the use of direct cash assistance funds held on an electronic benefit transfer card or access device in a state other than the Commonwealth or a bordering state. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973140,"bill_number":"H255","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973141,"bill_number":"H160","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973148,"bill_number":"H186","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973149,"bill_number":"H182","title":"Relative to hawkers and peddlers","description":"For legislation to regulate transient vendors, hawkers and peddlers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973150,"bill_number":"H218","title":"Relative to certificate of organization fees","description":"Relative to certificate of organization fees for limited liability companies or limited liability partnerships. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973151,"bill_number":"H187","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H187/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973152,"bill_number":"H196","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973154,"bill_number":"H296","title":"Relative to certain teacher fees","description":"Relative to reimbursement for application and tuition fees for certain teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973155,"bill_number":"H223","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973160,"bill_number":"H161","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973162,"bill_number":"H298","title":"Relative to school-served food products","description":"Relative to food products served in certain schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973163,"bill_number":"H246","title":"Relative to the calculation of economically disadvantaged students","description":"Relative to the calculation of economically disadvantaged students and the establishment of a task force to investigate self certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973165,"bill_number":"H225","title":"To promote cost-effective, high quality in-district programs for students with disabilities","description":"For legislation to promote cost-effective, high quality in-district programs for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973166,"bill_number":"H235","title":"To mandate recess for elementary school children","description":"For legislation to mandate recess for elementary school children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4391","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973171,"bill_number":"H301","title":"Relative to special education training","description":"Relative to special education training. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973172,"bill_number":"H274","title":"Relative to charter school renewal","description":"Relative to charter school renewal. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973175,"bill_number":"H143","title":"Relative to the digital right to repair","description":"For legislation to establish fair and reasonable terms for providing diagnostic, service or repair information and services for digital electronic products . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2430","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H143","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973176,"bill_number":"H244","title":"Relative to school transportation for homeless children","description":"Relative to school transportation for homeless children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H244","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973178,"bill_number":"H203","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973183,"bill_number":"H188","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4384","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973184,"bill_number":"H311","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973185,"bill_number":"H271","title":"Relative to regional schools","description":"For legislation to allow regional school district school committees to designate one of its members to sign payroll warrants and accounts payable warrants. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 440 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973188,"bill_number":"H315","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement and the development of model curriculum units in the history and social science framework in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H315","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973191,"bill_number":"H166","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973192,"bill_number":"H288","title":"To establish a high school financial literacy course requirement","description":"For legislation to establish a high school financial literacy course requirement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973194,"bill_number":"H224","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973196,"bill_number":"H229","title":"Relative to the transfer of funding for recovery high school summer programming","description":"Relative to the transfer of funding for recovery high school summer programming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H229","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973198,"bill_number":"H120","title":"Establishing a permanent commission on the social status of Black men and boys","description":"By Ms. Tyler of Boston, a petition of Chynah Tyler and others for the establishment of a permanent commission (including members of the General Court) on the social status of Black men and boys. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973200,"bill_number":"H252","title":"Relative to school foundation budgets","description":"Relative to school foundation budgets. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973202,"bill_number":"H129","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/11/2017 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2017-05-08","committee":"Community Development and Small Business","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973204,"bill_number":"H152","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973205,"bill_number":"H135","title":"Relative to online lottery","description":"Relative to the conducting of an online lottery by the State Lottery Commission. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973207,"bill_number":"H131","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973209,"bill_number":"H208","title":"Relative to simulcasting and racing","description":"Relative to simulcasting and racing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2017-07-28","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/17/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H208","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973210,"bill_number":"H170","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973214,"bill_number":"H172","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973215,"bill_number":"H86","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H86/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H86","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973217,"bill_number":"H93","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H93/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H93","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973218,"bill_number":"H265","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973220,"bill_number":"H111","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973223,"bill_number":"H154","title":"To ban robocalls","description":"For legislation to ban robocalls, so-called. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H138","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973224,"bill_number":"H189","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973225,"bill_number":"H185","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973233,"bill_number":"H247","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"Relative to school choice. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973234,"bill_number":"H124","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4563","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973237,"bill_number":"H85","title":"Relative to the well being and care of a child","description":"Relative to the well being and care of children and aid to parents with dependent children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H85/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H85","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973240,"bill_number":"H254","title":"Relative to criminal record checks for school referees","description":"Relative to criminal record checks for officials, referees and umpires officiating at school athletic events. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973241,"bill_number":"H144","title":"Relative 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973243,"bill_number":"H141","title":"Further regulating storage of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to further regulating storage of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973244,"bill_number":"H231","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H231","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973245,"bill_number":"H195","title":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","description":"Relative to the accessibility of hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973246,"bill_number":"H241","title":"Establishing a moratorium for Commonwealth charter schools","description":"Relative to establishing a moratorium for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973251,"bill_number":"H228","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973253,"bill_number":"H156","title":"Relative to sales on Sundays","description":"Relative to the keeping open of a store, shop or facility for the sale or delivery of retail goods directly to consumers on Sundays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973255,"bill_number":"H122","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973256,"bill_number":"H249","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973257,"bill_number":"H181","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973259,"bill_number":"H319","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H276","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973260,"bill_number":"H292","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H292","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973262,"bill_number":"H214","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H214/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973264,"bill_number":"H213","title":"Relative to electronic filing fees for limited liability companies","description":"Relative to electronic filing fees for limited liability companies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973266,"bill_number":"H284","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2056","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973269,"bill_number":"H169","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973271,"bill_number":"H164","title":"Relative to funeral homes and charitable foundations","description":"Relative to funeral homes and charitable foundations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973272,"bill_number":"H79","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H79/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H79","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973275,"bill_number":"H173","title":"Promoting opportunity in the hospitality industry","description":"Relative to promoting opportunity in the hospitality industry by further regulating the selling, offering to sell or delivering of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973276,"bill_number":"H239","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973277,"bill_number":"H147","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973281,"bill_number":"H268","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973283,"bill_number":"H110","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services","description":"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973285,"bill_number":"H136","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973288,"bill_number":"H256","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973289,"bill_number":"H157","title":"In protection of personal identity","description":"Relative to the protection of personal identity. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973292,"bill_number":"H291","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973294,"bill_number":"H251","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973295,"bill_number":"H318","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4603","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973297,"bill_number":"H165","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973298,"bill_number":"H238","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"By Ms. DuBois of Brockton, a petition of Michelle M. DuBois for the establishment of a school carbon monoxide safety trust fund to be administered by the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973303,"bill_number":"H290","title":"To ensure and maintain high education standards for Massachusetts children","description":"For legislation to ensure and maintain high education standards for students by the establishment of review committees for all educational disciplines. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H290","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973305,"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H95/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H95","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973306,"bill_number":"H303","title":"Relative to informational technology upgrade reimbursements for next-generation MCAS compliance","description":"Relative to informational technology upgrade reimbursements for next-generation Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System compliance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973307,"bill_number":"H125","title":"To address inequality, promote opportunity, and end poverty","description":"Relative to the establishment of an interagency council to address inequality, promote opportunity and end poverty. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973308,"bill_number":"H78","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H78/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H78","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973310,"bill_number":"H82","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H82/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H82","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973315,"bill_number":"H266","title":"To accelerate student success through expanded learning time","description":"Relative to providing expanded learning time for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973316,"bill_number":"H275","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3704","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973318,"bill_number":"H313","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973321,"bill_number":"H206","title":"Concerning annual reports of public charities","description":"Relative to annual reports of public charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973322,"bill_number":"H198","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H198","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973324,"bill_number":"H108","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973326,"bill_number":"H132","title":"Regulating body art","description":"For legislation to prohibit the practice of body piercing, so-called, unless licensed by the Department of Public Health. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2413","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973328,"bill_number":"H137","title":"Allowing businesses to sign up for the \"Do Not Call\" list","description":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973329,"bill_number":"H191","title":"Relative to notification of licensees","description":"Relative to notification to licensees of applications for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973330,"bill_number":"H245","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973331,"bill_number":"H194","title":"Relative to inducements in the purchase and sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to inducements in the purchase and sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H194/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973335,"bill_number":"H257","title":"Relative to transportation of regional vocational schools","description":"Relative to the transportation of regional vocational school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973339,"bill_number":"H103","title":"Relative to the utilization of the systematic alien verification for entitlements program by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to eligibility for certain entitlement programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973340,"bill_number":"H199","title":"Relative to dental licensing exams","description":"Relative to dental licensing examinations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H199/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H199","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973342,"bill_number":"H269","title":"Relative to special education","description":"Relative to the foundation funding of special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973343,"bill_number":"H217","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973345,"bill_number":"H200","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973346,"bill_number":"H184","title":"Prohibiting intentional misrepresentation by a business of its location","description":"For legislation to prohibit businesses from misrepresenting the geographic location of such businesses in local telephone directories. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973348,"bill_number":"H281","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973350,"bill_number":"H308","title":"To improve student retention in charter schools","description":"Relative to the enrollment of students in charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973354,"bill_number":"H116","title":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"For legislation to establish a student loan repayment program for human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973356,"bill_number":"H280","title":"Resolve to promote better citizenship, civics education and civic engagement","description":"By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition of Jay R. Kaufman and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to develop a proposal for the establishment of a program of civics education and public service for the youth of the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973358,"bill_number":"H117","title":"Relative to the payment of funeral expenses for poor and indigent persons","description":"Relative to the payment of funeral expenses for certain persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973359,"bill_number":"H289","title":"Authorizing a study to institute a later start time to the school day","description":"By Mr. Koczera of New Bedford, a petition of Robert M. Koczera and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education assemble a task force to study instituting a later start time to the school day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S227","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973360,"bill_number":"H285","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through biliteracy","description":"For legislation to promote global trade and economic development through biliteracy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973365,"bill_number":"H134","title":"Removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports","description":"Relative to removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973367,"bill_number":"H305","title":"Relative to hazing in schools","description":"Relative to hazing in public elementary or secondary schools. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H305/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973368,"bill_number":"H277","title":"Relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that schools be required to maintain non-patient specific epinephrine auto-injectors to be used in the event of anaphylactic emergencies. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H277/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H277","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973369,"bill_number":"H307","title":"Relative to instruction in pregnancy and prenatal care","description":"Relative to the instruction of pregnancy and prenatal care in certain public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973371,"bill_number":"H150","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973372,"bill_number":"H89","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education costs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H89/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H89","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973374,"bill_number":"H83","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H83/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H83","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973378,"bill_number":"H253","title":"Relative to student data privacy","description":"Relative to student data privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973379,"bill_number":"H227","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4128","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973382,"bill_number":"H163","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973383,"bill_number":"H294","title":"Providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in high schools","description":"Relative to providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973385,"bill_number":"H180","title":"Allowing full faith and credit to personal identification","description":"Relative to the identification required for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4384","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973387,"bill_number":"H146","title":"To create a statewide septic license","description":"Relative to septic system licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4358","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973391,"bill_number":"H302","title":"Relative to school threats","description":"Relative to certain school threats. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973392,"bill_number":"H99","title":"Providing standards for in-home parent coaching","description":"Relative to providing standards for in-home parent coaching. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H99/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H99","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973393,"bill_number":"H242","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973396,"bill_number":"H278","title":"Improving students’ access to life saving treatments","description":"Relative to the emergency administration of glucagon in schools . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S214","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973397,"bill_number":"H299","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973398,"bill_number":"H153","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973401,"bill_number":"H74","title":"Implementing the joint recommendations of the Massachusetts criminal justice review","description":"Relative to implementing the joint recommendations of the Massachusetts Criminal Justice Review. The Judiciary. February 21, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3935","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H74/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H74","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973402,"bill_number":"H176","title":"Returning liquor license control to municipalities","description":"Relative to returning liquor license control to cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973404,"bill_number":"H304","title":"To promote autonomy and success in schools","description":"Relative to improving underperforming or chronically underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4393","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973408,"bill_number":"H75","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H75/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H75","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973410,"bill_number":"H155","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973412,"bill_number":"H158","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media consumer privacy protection. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973416,"bill_number":"H174","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973417,"bill_number":"H243","title":"Establishing an educational mandate working group","description":"For legislation to establish a educational mandate working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973418,"bill_number":"H258","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973419,"bill_number":"H273","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"Relative to athletic activities for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973421,"bill_number":"H148","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973423,"bill_number":"H202","title":"Relative to farmer-wineries","description":"Relative to farmer-wineries license fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H202/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973425,"bill_number":"H259","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973428,"bill_number":"H306","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973432,"bill_number":"H216","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. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H216","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973433,"bill_number":"H171","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H171","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973434,"bill_number":"H183","title":"Relative to craft brewers","description":"Relative to small brewers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973435,"bill_number":"H145","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973436,"bill_number":"H212","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973438,"bill_number":"H197","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H197/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H197","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973443,"bill_number":"H130","title":"Relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement","description":"Relative to assertions of patent infringement made in bad faith. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2432","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973444,"bill_number":"H94","title":"Requiring the Department of Transitional Assistance to track and report on the use of emergency shelter services by families","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Transitional Assistance to report on the use of emergency shelter services by families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H94/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H94","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973445,"bill_number":"H234","title":"Relative to student impact rating","description":"Relative to performance standards for teachers and other school district employees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H234/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973446,"bill_number":"H167","title":"Relative to background 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973447,"bill_number":"H201","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973452,"bill_number":"H236","title":"Promoting school services","description":"Relative to underperforming or chronically underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973453,"bill_number":"H230","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4129","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H230/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H230","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973454,"bill_number":"H178","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973455,"bill_number":"H310","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973458,"bill_number":"H309","title":"Relative to maintaining school funding","description":"For legislation to eliminate the limit on Horace Mann charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973459,"bill_number":"H101","title":"Improving public health through a common application for core food, health and safety-net programs","description":"Relative to the development of a common application portal for state-administered needs-based benefits and services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S612","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973463,"bill_number":"H314","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Relative to the teaching of genocide education in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973464,"bill_number":"H98","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H98/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H98","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973465,"bill_number":"H287","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973466,"bill_number":"S2034","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Taunton","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Taunton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973467,"bill_number":"H220","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973468,"bill_number":"H207","title":"Relative to updating the used car law","description":"Relative to voiding contracts of sale in used car transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973490,"bill_number":"H597","title":"Ensuring equitable health care access","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable health care access. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973491,"bill_number":"H334","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973503,"bill_number":"H747","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of a collision","description":"Relative to motor vehicle opeators leaving the scene of a collision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973504,"bill_number":"H1062","title":"Establishing a behavioral health workforce development trust fund","description":"Relative to establishing a behavioral health workforce development trust fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1062","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973505,"bill_number":"H407","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"Relative to rules and regulations governing boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2461","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973506,"bill_number":"H646","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973507,"bill_number":"H1158","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973508,"bill_number":"H841","title":"To stop educator sexual abuse, misconduct and xxploitation 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H841/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973509,"bill_number":"H1055","title":"To create an open-container law for marijuana","description":"For legislation to prohibit possession of open containers of marijuana or marijuana products in the passenger area of motor vehicles. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1055/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1055","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973510,"bill_number":"H863","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973512,"bill_number":"H951","title":"To eliminate disparate impact","description":"Relative to the enforcement of certain civil rights laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973513,"bill_number":"H1357","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973514,"bill_number":"H505","title":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits","description":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973516,"bill_number":"H621","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973517,"bill_number":"H784","title":"Relative to the insanity defense","description":"Relative to the use of insanity as a criminal defense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973518,"bill_number":"H1042","title":"Relative to the equality of Sunday pay for retail workers","description":"Relative to the equality of Sunday pay for retail workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1042/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1042","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973519,"bill_number":"H372","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973520,"bill_number":"H425","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4532","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973521,"bill_number":"H1015","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973523,"bill_number":"H835","title":"Requiring child-resistant packaging of liquid nicotine containers","description":"Relative to defining child-resistant packaging of liquid nicotine containers and establishing civil penalties for violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973524,"bill_number":"H426","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973525,"bill_number":"H932","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H932/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973526,"bill_number":"H1072","title":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1072/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973528,"bill_number":"H958","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973530,"bill_number":"H1241","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973531,"bill_number":"H1130","title":"Relative to studying the benefits of single tablet regimen","description":"Relative to conducting a study regarding the benefits and costs of single tablet regimens or long acting alternative regimens for the treatment of HIV. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973532,"bill_number":"H561","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H561","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973533,"bill_number":"H1358","title":"Relative to the retirement system","description":"Relative to creditable service in the retirement system for certain reinstated employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973534,"bill_number":"H340","title":"To improve the licensure of skilled nursing facilities","description":"Relative to the licensure of skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973535,"bill_number":"H772","title":"Relative to parenting time","description":"Relative to court ordered parenting time. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973536,"bill_number":"H1188","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the Nurse Licensure Compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973537,"bill_number":"H742","title":"Amending victim compensation statute","description":"Relative to compensation for victims of homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973538,"bill_number":"H1196","title":"Relative to infectious disease control","description":"For legislation relative to infectious disease control. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973539,"bill_number":"H478","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973540,"bill_number":"H614","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973542,"bill_number":"H606","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973544,"bill_number":"H1053","title":"Relative to licensing of recreational marijuana facilities","description":"Relative to licensing of recreational marijuana facilities. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1053","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973546,"bill_number":"H730","title":"Relative to malicious damage to a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to malicious damage to certain motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973547,"bill_number":"H1125","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 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973549,"bill_number":"H724","title":"Relative to advance rent and security deposits","description":"Relative to advance rent and security deposits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973552,"bill_number":"H1165","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973553,"bill_number":"H1267","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973555,"bill_number":"H1261","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973557,"bill_number":"H675","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Relative to financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3925","last_action_date":"2017-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973559,"bill_number":"H433","title":"Relative to septic installers","description":"Relative to the installation of septic tank pipes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973560,"bill_number":"H1238","title":"To establish a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge","description":"For legislation to establish a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973561,"bill_number":"H1221","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973562,"bill_number":"H1090","title":"To establish commonsense permitting reforms for businesses and landowners","description":"Relative to zoning variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1090/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1090","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973563,"bill_number":"H990","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973564,"bill_number":"H1206","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973565,"bill_number":"H1136","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973566,"bill_number":"H720","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973568,"bill_number":"H834","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973569,"bill_number":"H750","title":"Improving juror service","description":"Relative to juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S771","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973570,"bill_number":"H510","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973572,"bill_number":"H449","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2131","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973573,"bill_number":"H1372","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973574,"bill_number":"H359","title":"To decrease waiting times at polling places","description":"By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley and others that the State Secretary provide for a program to allow cities and towns to implement a voter “speed pass” system. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973575,"bill_number":"H1151","title":"Regulating the practice and licensure of lactation consultants","description":"Relative to regulating the practice and licensure of lactation consultants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4861","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973576,"bill_number":"H381","title":"Providing disclosure of political phone calls","description":"Relative to providing disclosure of political phone calls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973578,"bill_number":"H955","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973579,"bill_number":"H1208","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1208","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973580,"bill_number":"H418","title":"Relative to the use of elephants in traveling animal acts","description":"Relative to the use of elephants in traveling animal acts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973581,"bill_number":"H1276","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973582,"bill_number":"H725","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973584,"bill_number":"H331","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973586,"bill_number":"H1168","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3719","last_action_date":"2017-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973587,"bill_number":"H1322","title":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for retired public employees of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for certain retired public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973590,"bill_number":"H810","title":"Relative to protecting drinking vessels (lid covers)","description":"Relative to providing the option of a lid or some other type of cover to protect the contents of containers holding beverages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H810","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973591,"bill_number":"H872","title":"Further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders","description":"Relative to operating motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H872/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H872","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973592,"bill_number":"H855","title":"Establishing mandatory post release supervision in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mandatory post-release supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973594,"bill_number":"H896","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 of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973595,"bill_number":"H397","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973596,"bill_number":"H797","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H797","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973598,"bill_number":"H489","title":"Ensuring appropriate allotment of risk","description":"Relative to allotment of risk by certain insurance carriers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973599,"bill_number":"H1251","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973604,"bill_number":"H976","title":"Relative to the trafficking of W-18","description":"Relative to the trafficking of W-18 or any derivative of W-18 and any mixture containing more than 10 grams of W-18 or a derivative of W-18. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H976/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H976","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973605,"bill_number":"H1326","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to residency of certain police, fire and fire alarm division employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973606,"bill_number":"H553","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973607,"bill_number":"H665","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973609,"bill_number":"H1149","title":"Prohibiting the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners","description":"For legislation to prohibit the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1149/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1149","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973611,"bill_number":"H326","title":"In support of children's safety","description":"Relative to the posting in certain schools of the toll-free telephone number operated by the Department of Children and Families to receive reports of child abuse or neglect or child-at-risk. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973612,"bill_number":"H379","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973613,"bill_number":"H891","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H891","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973616,"bill_number":"H1028","title":"Relative to workers' compensation rates","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry that increases in health care provider rates shall not adversely affect employers’ workers’ compensation insurance rates and premiums. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973618,"bill_number":"H1064","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1064/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973619,"bill_number":"H364","title":"Regulating conduct at polling places","description":"For legislation to further regulate conduct at polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973620,"bill_number":"H973","title":"To establish a child abuse and neglect registry","description":"For legislation to establish a child neglect registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973621,"bill_number":"H745","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973622,"bill_number":"H343","title":"Further regulating the Assisted Living Advisory Council","description":"Relative to further regulating the Assisted Living Advisory Council. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973623,"bill_number":"H1131","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973624,"bill_number":"H587","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4333","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973625,"bill_number":"H1023","title":"Requiring human service employers to develop and implement programs that prevent workplace violence","description":"Relative to requiring human service employers to develop and implement programs that prevent workplace violence. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973627,"bill_number":"H457","title":"To promote pollinator forage","description":"By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition of Keiko M. Orrall and others for the establishment of a special task force (including members of the General Court) to promote pollinator forage. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2460","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973628,"bill_number":"H1020","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1020","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973629,"bill_number":"H1143","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1143","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973632,"bill_number":"H1006","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1006/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1006","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973633,"bill_number":"H551","title":"Relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment","description":"Relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973634,"bill_number":"H1195","title":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","description":"For legislation prohibiting the sale of dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to minors under the age of 18. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973635,"bill_number":"H495","title":"To ensure focused quality improvement","description":"Relative to alternative contract payments based on health care provider quality performance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973636,"bill_number":"H408","title":"Relative to the feeding of wildlife","description":"Relative to the feeding of wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973637,"bill_number":"H1314","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973638,"bill_number":"H940","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973639,"bill_number":"H1257","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973640,"bill_number":"H1339","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973643,"bill_number":"H856","title":"Expanding protections against incest","description":"Relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H856","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973644,"bill_number":"H332","title":"Relative to special education reimbursements","description":"For legislation to increase the state reimbursements for special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973646,"bill_number":"H1265","title":"Relative to non-resident firearm licensing","description":"Relative to non-resident firearm licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973647,"bill_number":"H663","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973649,"bill_number":"H1231","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1231","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973650,"bill_number":"H427","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2017-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973651,"bill_number":"H838","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973652,"bill_number":"H515","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973655,"bill_number":"H604","title":"To increase MassHealth rates","description":"Relative to MassHealth rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973656,"bill_number":"H1340","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973657,"bill_number":"H1083","title":"Relative to the procedure for approval of plans not subject to subdivision control law","description":"Relative to the procedure for approval of plans not subject to subdivision control law. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1083/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973658,"bill_number":"H884","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973662,"bill_number":"H1334","title":"Authorizing the Plymouth County retirement board to acquire real property in Plymouth County","description":"For legislation to authorize the Plymouth County retirement board to employ personnel and acquire certain real property in said county. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973663,"bill_number":"H711","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973664,"bill_number":"H706","title":"Regarding asset forfeiture","description":"Relative to the asset forfeiture of child pornography. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973665,"bill_number":"H469","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973667,"bill_number":"H752","title":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents","description":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4235","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973668,"bill_number":"H367","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973669,"bill_number":"H321","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2870","last_action_date":"2017-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973670,"bill_number":"H382","title":"Relative to designation of polling places","description":"Relative to the prohibition of alcohol in designated polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973673,"bill_number":"H1097","title":"To amend the town charter of Concord","description":"For legislation to amend the town charter of Concord. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3930","last_action_date":"2017-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1097","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973674,"bill_number":"H459","title":"Relative to mosquito control","description":"Relative to mosquito control and aerial spraying. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3896","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973676,"bill_number":"H411","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973677,"bill_number":"H361","title":"Relative to the regulating of primary elections","description":"For legislation to further regulate primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973678,"bill_number":"H596","title":"To ensure effective health care cost control","description":"Relative to single payer health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973679,"bill_number":"H1179","title":"Relative to the computerized immunization registry","description":"Relative to the computerized immunization registry within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1179","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":973681,"bill_number":"H579","title":"Relative to fluoride varnish services for moderate to high cavity 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973682,"bill_number":"H1380","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1380","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973683,"bill_number":"H1332","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973684,"bill_number":"H620","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973685,"bill_number":"H497","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973686,"bill_number":"H582","title":"Relative to dental benefit plan transparency and patients' Bill of Rights","description":"Relative to dental insurance benefit plans and further protecting the rights of dental patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973687,"bill_number":"H1224","title":"Relative to expanding veterinary treatment practices","description":"Relative to the dispensing of certain drugs by veterinarians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973689,"bill_number":"H773","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973690,"bill_number":"H735","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973692,"bill_number":"H1270","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973693,"bill_number":"H444","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3744","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973694,"bill_number":"H649","title":"Relative to advance rent and security deposits","description":"Relative to rent, landlords and security deposits. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973695,"bill_number":"H400","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3896","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973696,"bill_number":"H1285","title":"Relative to the definition of assault weapons","description":"Relative to the definition of assault weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973698,"bill_number":"H584","title":"Relative to medical loss ratio for insurance corporations","description":"Relative to medical loss ratio for insurance corporations and dental benefit plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973699,"bill_number":"H818","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973701,"bill_number":"H1338","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973702,"bill_number":"H812","title":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act","description":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H812","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973704,"bill_number":"H920","title":"Relative to legal holidays","description":"Relative to legal holidays. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973709,"bill_number":"H374","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973710,"bill_number":"H547","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973711,"bill_number":"H929","title":"Relative to jury disqualifications","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier, James R. Miceli and Mathew Muratore that jury duty be made optional for legally blind persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973712,"bill_number":"H484","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973713,"bill_number":"H721","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973714,"bill_number":"H861","title":"Relative to fetal homicide","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973715,"bill_number":"H438","title":"Relative to the Lake Quinsigamond Commission","description":"Relative to the Lake Quinsigamond Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4039","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973716,"bill_number":"H607","title":"Ensuring continuous healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relative to ensuring continuous healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973717,"bill_number":"H655","title":"Regarding right of first refusal in the event of foreclosure and short sales and deeds in lieu","description":"Relative to right of first refusal in the event of foreclosure and short sales and deeds. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973720,"bill_number":"H1007","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"For legislation to provide for annual perform at risk assessments by health care employers and labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1007/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1007","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973722,"bill_number":"H858","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973724,"bill_number":"H969","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973725,"bill_number":"H1116","title":"Regarding municipal fines","description":"Relative to municipal fines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973726,"bill_number":"H1146","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973727,"bill_number":"H674","title":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts","description":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973728,"bill_number":"H795","title":"Strengthening the penalty for assault or assault and battery on an emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider","description":"Relative to the penalty for assault or assault and battery on an emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973729,"bill_number":"H542","title":"Relative electronic automobile insurance charges","description":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973731,"bill_number":"H1069","title":"Relative to improving access to emergency treatment plans","description":"Relative to improving mental health treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1069/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1069","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973733,"bill_number":"H1192","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1192/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973735,"bill_number":"H1227","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to the labeling information for commercially caught fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973736,"bill_number":"H683","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973737,"bill_number":"H689","title":"Relative to condominium association responsibilities","description":"Relative to condominium association record keeping responsibilities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973738,"bill_number":"H947","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of an accident","description":"For legislation to authorize arrests without a warrant for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973741,"bill_number":"H1330","title":"Limiting severance agreements of authorities","description":"Relative to severance agreements negotiated by authorities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973742,"bill_number":"H424","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973743,"bill_number":"H467","title":"Resolve protecting the legal harvest of striped bass","description":"Relative to protecting the legal harvest of striped bass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973744,"bill_number":"H746","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973745,"bill_number":"H1019","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973747,"bill_number":"H1313","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973748,"bill_number":"H1009","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973749,"bill_number":"H673","title":"Relative to housing production","description":"For legislation to establish a community-scale housing development demonstration program within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3845","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973750,"bill_number":"H1018","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1018","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973752,"bill_number":"H774","title":"To advance hate-crime protections for victims who are targeted due to their gender","description":"Relative to hate-crime protections for victims targeted due to gender. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973753,"bill_number":"H854","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973754,"bill_number":"H421","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4531","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973757,"bill_number":"H952","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973758,"bill_number":"H1243","title":"To enhance child passenger safety","description":"Relative to further regulating child passenger restraints in motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973760,"bill_number":"H577","title":"Regulating appraisal management companies","description":"For legislation to regulate real estate appraisal management companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4331","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973764,"bill_number":"H950","title":"Relative to the reform of unconstitutional archaic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973765,"bill_number":"H393","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 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973766,"bill_number":"H546","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4785","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973767,"bill_number":"H1144","title":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973768,"bill_number":"H883","title":"Relative to indigent defense counsel","description":"Relative to indigent defense counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973769,"bill_number":"H1045","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"Relative to employment discrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1045","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973770,"bill_number":"H605","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973772,"bill_number":"H518","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973773,"bill_number":"H825","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973774,"bill_number":"H1050","title":"Relative to a medical marijuana pilot program","description":"Relative to the establishment of a medical marijuana pilot program. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1050","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":973776,"bill_number":"H1153","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"Relative to the administration of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973779,"bill_number":"H968","title":"Promoting homelessness prevention in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to court actions by lessors of land or tenements used for residential purposes and the right to counsel in housing and eviction cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973780,"bill_number":"H1202","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1202/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973781,"bill_number":"H1360","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973782,"bill_number":"H660","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973783,"bill_number":"H1191","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4281","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973784,"bill_number":"H709","title":"Relative to victims rights","description":"Relative to victims rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973786,"bill_number":"H1249","title":"Permitting the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons for defensive purposes","description":"Relative to the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4691","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973789,"bill_number":"H517","title":"Relative to limiting certain automobile insurance surcharges","description":"For legislation to limit certain motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973790,"bill_number":"H1294","title":"Relative to novelty sparklers","description":"Relative to novelty sparklers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973791,"bill_number":"H917","title":"To curtail gang activity and witness intimidation","description":"For legislation to curtail gang activity and witness intimidation by the establishment of municipal judicial safety zones. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973792,"bill_number":"H1122","title":"Relative to the regulation of land for educational purposes","description":"Relative to the zoning regulation of land for educational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973794,"bill_number":"H619","title":"Enhancing the market review process","description":"For legislation to enhance the health care marketing review process. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973795,"bill_number":"H800","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973796,"bill_number":"H485","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973797,"bill_number":"H398","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973800,"bill_number":"H870","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973801,"bill_number":"H342","title":"Regarding Medicaid eligibility for seniors","description":"Relative to Medicaid eligibility for senior citizens. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973802,"bill_number":"H1154","title":"Relative to the access of epinephrine in schools","description":"For legislation to authorize school bus drivers to administer epinephrine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973803,"bill_number":"H1379","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973804,"bill_number":"H1164","title":"Further regulating the Commission on Falls Prevention","description":"Relative to further regulating the Commission on Falls Prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973805,"bill_number":"H1162","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973806,"bill_number":"H1123","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973808,"bill_number":"H1095","title":"Relative to smart growth multifamily housing production","description":"For legislation to amend the zoning law to promote smart growth multifamily housing production. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973812,"bill_number":"H1026","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1026","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973813,"bill_number":"H419","title":"Relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking","description":"Relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2382","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973814,"bill_number":"H998","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973815,"bill_number":"H1175","title":"Relative to hospital medical staffs","description":"Relative to hospital medical staffs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973816,"bill_number":"H1017","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973817,"bill_number":"H388","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H388","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973819,"bill_number":"H441","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4050","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973820,"bill_number":"H1049","title":"To clarify the personnel records statute","description":"Relative to personnel record notifications. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973821,"bill_number":"H341","title":"Strengthening the Massachusetts home care program","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Massachusetts home care program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973825,"bill_number":"H790","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973826,"bill_number":"H654","title":"Relative to capital relief in a counterclaim","description":"Relative to relief in a tenant counterclaim. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973827,"bill_number":"H1381","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973828,"bill_number":"H840","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973829,"bill_number":"H474","title":"Relative to vegetation management plans","description":"Relative to vegetation management plans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4529","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973830,"bill_number":"H794","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973831,"bill_number":"H572","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973832,"bill_number":"H900","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973835,"bill_number":"H1256","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973839,"bill_number":"H358","title":"Relative to public information requests","description":"Relative to the availability of voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973840,"bill_number":"H363","title":"Ensuring election integrity through voter identification","description":"Relative to the identification requirements for voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973841,"bill_number":"H483","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973842,"bill_number":"H349","title":"To protect persons in assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to require emergency electrical power generation to supply heating equipment needed to maintain a minimum temperature in assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973843,"bill_number":"H765","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973844,"bill_number":"H420","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973846,"bill_number":"H629","title":"Relative to the public safety on urban college campuses","description":"Relative to the public safety on certain college and university campuses in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4436","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973847,"bill_number":"H1057","title":"Relative to local voter approval of marijuana regulations","description":"Relative to local voter approval of marijuana regulations. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973850,"bill_number":"H612","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973851,"bill_number":"H763","title":"Relative to firearm suppressor safety","description":"Relative to the penalty for the possession of firearm suppressor devices used for silencing, muffling, or diminishing the report of portable firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973853,"bill_number":"H922","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973854,"bill_number":"H1228","title":"To promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices","description":"Relative to cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973855,"bill_number":"H737","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973856,"bill_number":"H642","title":"To clarify comparable health care coverage","description":"By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition of Keiko M. Orrall and others that institutions of higher education allow certain students to waive participation in student health insurance programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973858,"bill_number":"H516","title":"Relative to car insurance premium adjustments","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance premium adjustments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973859,"bill_number":"H373","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973860,"bill_number":"H691","title":"Relative to affordable housing units","description":"Relative to affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973866,"bill_number":"H787","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973867,"bill_number":"H767","title":"To strengthen civil rights","description":"Relative to discrimination based on religious beliefs or moral convictions of corporations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973869,"bill_number":"H1233","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973871,"bill_number":"H1197","title":"Relative to transparent hospital billing and icensure","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1197/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1197","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973872,"bill_number":"H885","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973873,"bill_number":"H470","title":"Authorizing permitting by the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game","description":"Relative to capturing and trapping furbearing mammals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4531","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973874,"bill_number":"H386","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973875,"bill_number":"H1054","title":"Relative to enforcement of penalties under the marijuana legalization law","description":"Relative to enforcement of penalties under the marijuana legalization law. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973876,"bill_number":"H1071","title":"To provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care","description":"Relative to inpatient mental health care treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1071/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1071","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973877,"bill_number":"H1105","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973878,"bill_number":"H979","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973880,"bill_number":"H823","title":"Relative to abuse prevention","description":"For legislation to provide additional assistance to victims of domestic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973881,"bill_number":"H329","title":"To establish more rigorous thinking into MA public education","description":"Relative to improving education in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973884,"bill_number":"H1244","title":"Relative to fire safety of state-owned buildings, structures and property","description":"Relative to fire safety of state-owned buildings, structures and property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1244","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973885,"bill_number":"H761","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973886,"bill_number":"H1328","title":"Relative to the Devens Fire Department","description":"Relative to members of the Devens Fire Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 161 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973887,"bill_number":"H733","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973889,"bill_number":"H722","title":"Relative to the safety of school grounds","description":"Relative to trespassing or loitering on school grounds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973890,"bill_number":"H536","title":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state (ACCESS)","description":"Relative to advancing contraceptive insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4009","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973892,"bill_number":"H552","title":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","description":"For legislation requiring insurers to pay nurse midwives the same as physicians for the same service. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973894,"bill_number":"H699","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973895,"bill_number":"H533","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973896,"bill_number":"H494","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the labor rates paid by insurance companies to motor vehicle repair shops. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4785","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973899,"bill_number":"H647","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973900,"bill_number":"H868","title":"Relative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status","description":"Relative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H868","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973901,"bill_number":"H892","title":"Providing a stipend for first justices and regional administrative justices","description":"Relative to first justice and regional administrative justice stipends. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H892","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973903,"bill_number":"H908","title":"Prohibiting 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973904,"bill_number":"H432","title":"Relative to farmers’ markets","description":"Relative to farmers’ markets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973906,"bill_number":"H923","title":"Relative to additional justices of the peace","description":"Relative to providing additional justices of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973907,"bill_number":"H567","title":"Relative to title insurance closing protection letters","description":"Relative to title insurance closing protection letters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5021","last_action_date":"2018-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973909,"bill_number":"H1008","title":"Relative to child labor law","description":"Relative to child labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1008/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973910,"bill_number":"H390","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973911,"bill_number":"H1070","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"Relative to the determination of medically necessary services for mental health treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2453","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973912,"bill_number":"H513","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973914,"bill_number":"H1361","title":"Relative to firefighters cessation program","description":"Relative to providing smoking cessation programs for certain police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1386","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973915,"bill_number":"H565","title":"Relative to opioid prescribing practices and access to pain management","description":"Relative to opioid prescribing practices and health insurance access to pain management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H565/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973919,"bill_number":"H715","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973921,"bill_number":"H987","title":"Relative to testimony in OUI alcohol cases","description":"Relative to testimony in operating under the influence of alcohol cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973922,"bill_number":"H1025","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1025","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973923,"bill_number":"H770","title":"Relative to naturalization proceedings","description":"Relative to naturalization proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973924,"bill_number":"H1034","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973925,"bill_number":"H468","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973926,"bill_number":"H739","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H739","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973927,"bill_number":"H653","title":"Establishing a pilot program for home loans for recent graduates in northern Berkshire County","description":"By Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, a petition of Gailanne M. Cariddi that the Office of MassHousing establish a special home loan pilot program for recent college graduates in northern Berkshire County. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973930,"bill_number":"H977","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H977/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H977","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973931,"bill_number":"H1353","title":"Relative to employee retirement","description":"For legislation to include sewerage treatment plant operators for the Department of Correction in Group 2 of the public employee retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973932,"bill_number":"H959","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973933,"bill_number":"H509","title":"Relative to banking law","description":"Relative to certain changes in the banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973934,"bill_number":"H501","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973935,"bill_number":"H926","title":"Banning partial birth abortions","description":"For legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973936,"bill_number":"H1343","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973939,"bill_number":"H1259","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973940,"bill_number":"H1124","title":"Relative to concussion prevention","description":"For legislation to include private schools and charter schools in the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973941,"bill_number":"H625","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to chronic disease care self-management","description":"Relative to chronic disease care self-management. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H625","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973943,"bill_number":"H1225","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973945,"bill_number":"H344","title":"Relative to consumer protection and home care services agencies","description":"Relative to consumer protection and home care services agencies. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973946,"bill_number":"H366","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, James B. Eldridge and Michael J. Barrett (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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973947,"bill_number":"H843","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H843/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H843","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973948,"bill_number":"H875","title":"Relative to best practices in the juvenile court","description":"Relative to the use of restraints and best practices in juvenile court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H875/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H875","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973951,"bill_number":"H1337","title":"Defining person for retirement purposes","description":"For legislation to define the word “person” for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973952,"bill_number":"H1329","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973955,"bill_number":"H827","title":"To establish the Massachusetts prisoner bone marrow donation orogram","description":"For legislation to establish the prisoner bone marrow donation program in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973956,"bill_number":"H1033","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"Relative to preventing wage theft and promoting employer accountability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2327","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973957,"bill_number":"H482","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 441 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973959,"bill_number":"H847","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H847/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H847","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973961,"bill_number":"H1093","title":"Relative to variances","description":"Relative to zoning variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1093/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1093","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973962,"bill_number":"H1284","title":"Relative to weapon regulation","description":"For legislation to exempt the manufacture or sale of weapons from regulation by the Attorney General of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973963,"bill_number":"H481","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973964,"bill_number":"H1184","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973965,"bill_number":"H458","title":"To promote and strengthen agricultural preservation","description":"Relative to agricultural preservation restrictions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4530","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973967,"bill_number":"H726","title":"To ensure testimony in gang related cases","description":"Relative to punishment for failure to testify in gang related violent crime cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973968,"bill_number":"H1288","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in schools","description":"For legislation to require the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in certain schools. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973969,"bill_number":"H355","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973971,"bill_number":"H337","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S342","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973974,"bill_number":"H1044","title":"Relative to making a technical correction to public construction threshold","description":"Relative to the public construction security bond threshold. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1044","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973976,"bill_number":"H753","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4236","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973977,"bill_number":"H1201","title":"Relative to the safe disposal of prescription drugs","description":"Relative to the safe disposal of prescription drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973979,"bill_number":"H520","title":"Relative to beneficiary designation on certain bank accounts","description":"Relative to beneficiary designation on certain bank accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973980,"bill_number":"H1107","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973981,"bill_number":"H1258","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973982,"bill_number":"H573","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973983,"bill_number":"H903","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973984,"bill_number":"H464","title":"Relative to noise and air pollution","description":"Relative to noise and air pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973985,"bill_number":"H1309","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973986,"bill_number":"H603","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973987,"bill_number":"H1260","title":"Relative to establishing an independent review board for police shootings and other actions","description":"Relative to establishing an independent review board for police shootings and other actions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973997,"bill_number":"H613","title":"Relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements","description":"Relative to public health dental hygienists. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973998,"bill_number":"H1304","title":"Establishing a primary seat belt law","description":"Relative to the use of safety belts in motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":973999,"bill_number":"H672","title":"Relative to smart growth school cost reimbursement","description":"Relative to smart growth zoning districts. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974000,"bill_number":"H1253","title":"Relative to the lawful return of property","description":"Relative to the return of private weapons temporarily stored with certain private businesses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974001,"bill_number":"H815","title":"Modernizing notary services","description":"Relative to regulating notarization to allow for electronic notaries. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974002,"bill_number":"H325","title":"For safety in our public schools","description":"Relative to the administration of epi-pens in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4130","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974003,"bill_number":"H786","title":"Relative to 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974005,"bill_number":"H806","title":"Relative to juror qualification","description":"Relative to qualifications for jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974006,"bill_number":"H529","title":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits for multiple sclerosis treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S539","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974008,"bill_number":"H387","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974009,"bill_number":"H836","title":"Relative to healthcare proxies","description":"Relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974012,"bill_number":"H499","title":"Relative to payments for use of ambulance services","description":"Relative to insurance payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974013,"bill_number":"H893","title":"To improve the safety of young women","description":"Relative to abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H893/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H893","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974015,"bill_number":"H423","title":"Providing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4529","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974016,"bill_number":"H1310","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974017,"bill_number":"H523","title":"Relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles","description":"For legislation to require certain healthcare carriers to share accountability with providers for uncollectible patient obligations after insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974018,"bill_number":"H1182","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974020,"bill_number":"H442","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4531","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974021,"bill_number":"H732","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, Viriato M. deMacedo 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974022,"bill_number":"H492","title":"To reduce health care costs through improved medication management","description":"Relative to management of medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974023,"bill_number":"H455","title":"Regarding designated port areas","description":"By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy that development within a designated port area be subject to all municipal rules and regulations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974025,"bill_number":"H589","title":"Relative to surcharges on motor vehicle insurance premiums","description":"Relative to surcharges on motor vehicle insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974026,"bill_number":"H1110","title":"Establishing regional commissions 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974027,"bill_number":"H377","title":"To promote better voting practices","description":"Relative to the method of casting and tabulating votes and further regulating election practices. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974028,"bill_number":"H779","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H779","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":974032,"bill_number":"H1193","title":"Regarding registered nurse first assistants","description":"Relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1193","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974033,"bill_number":"H1198","title":"Promoting HMO billing flexibility","description":"Relative to quarterly billing by health maintenance organizations for certain health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1198","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974035,"bill_number":"H1056","title":"Relative to industrial hemp","description":"Relative to industrial hemp. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974036,"bill_number":"H1364","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974037,"bill_number":"H1115","title":"To minimize foreclosures and their harm","description":"Relative to using municipal actions to minimize foreclosures and resulting vacancies. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974038,"bill_number":"H1213","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974041,"bill_number":"H708","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974043,"bill_number":"H328","title":"Decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct","description":"For legislation to implement alternatives to arrest for non-violent and verbal student misconduct. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4128","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974045,"bill_number":"H599","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974046,"bill_number":"H678","title":"Establishing an affordable housing qualification commission","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing qualifications and recertification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974047,"bill_number":"H1295","title":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to notification of police chiefs of the temporary release of persons under the care of the Department of Mental Health. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974048,"bill_number":"H986","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974049,"bill_number":"H1363","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974050,"bill_number":"H535","title":"Requiring the fingerprinting of TNC drivers","description":"Relative to the fingerprinting of transportation network company drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4786","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974051,"bill_number":"H1060","title":"Relative to increasing access to psychological services","description":"Relative to payments for psychological services provided by MassHealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1060/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1060","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974052,"bill_number":"H440","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4273","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974053,"bill_number":"H602","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974056,"bill_number":"H392","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974057,"bill_number":"H1108","title":"Relative to changes to publication of by-laws","description":"Relative to changes to publication of zoning ordinance by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974059,"bill_number":"H988","title":"To update the definition of fentanyl","description":"Relative to the definition of fentanyl. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974060,"bill_number":"H1239","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974061,"bill_number":"H954","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974062,"bill_number":"H980","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative to rent escrow court actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H980/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974064,"bill_number":"H705","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974065,"bill_number":"H357","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974067,"bill_number":"H568","title":"Relative to banks and banking","description":"Relative to consolidations and mergers of certain financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974068,"bill_number":"H403","title":"To protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats","description":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974069,"bill_number":"H1320","title":"Regarding retirement of public authority employee groups","description":"For legislation to authorize certain public authority governing boards to elect to improve the retirement classification for groups of employees by a majority vote. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974073,"bill_number":"H1212","title":"Relative to EMT certification of veterans and military medics","description":"Relative to emergency medical technician certification of veterans and military medics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974074,"bill_number":"H997","title":"Relative to Gardner District Court","description":"Relative to Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S864","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H997/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H997","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974075,"bill_number":"H1052","title":"Increasing certain civil penalties for unlawful possession of marijuana","description":"Relative to increasing certain civil penalties for unlawful possession of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1052","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974076,"bill_number":"H391","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands","description":"Relative to providing more efficient wetlands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974077,"bill_number":"H1210","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974079,"bill_number":"H476","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974080,"bill_number":"H1286","title":"Relative to elevator inspections for small towns","description":"For legislation to decrease the frequency of required elevator inspections in small towns from annually to every five years. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974081,"bill_number":"H1178","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974082,"bill_number":"H879","title":"Protecting businesses that donate to food banks","description":"For legislation to exempt businesses donating to food banks from liability for civil damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3327","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974086,"bill_number":"H383","title":"Relative to voter registration sessions","description":"Relative to voter registration sessions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974087,"bill_number":"H1099","title":"Further regulating the Baker Hill Road District in the town of Lanesborough","description":"Relative to further regulating the Baker Hill Road District in the town of Lanesborough. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3760","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974088,"bill_number":"H439","title":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products","description":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974090,"bill_number":"H1156","title":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","description":"By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition of Carole A. Fiola and others that the Division of Medical Assistance be directed to provide coverage for screenings for postpartum depression. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4808","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974091,"bill_number":"H626","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974092,"bill_number":"H957","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974095,"bill_number":"H848","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974096,"bill_number":"H670","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974097,"bill_number":"H698","title":"Relative to condominium or homeowners associations","description":"Relative to condominium associations and homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974098,"bill_number":"H866","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974099,"bill_number":"H1079","title":"Relative to further increasing the fines for cruelty to animals, and establishing a fund dedicated to improvements for local animal shelters","description":"Relative to increasing the fines for cruelty to animals and establishing a fund dedicated to improvements for local animal shelters. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1079/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1079","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974100,"bill_number":"H410","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974103,"bill_number":"H1169","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"For legislation to allow optometrists to treat glaucoma and ocular abnormalities of the human eye and the adjoining and adjacent tissue. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974104,"bill_number":"H978","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974105,"bill_number":"H159","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974106,"bill_number":"H1277","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1277/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1277","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974107,"bill_number":"H480","title":"Providing mortgage customers additional mandatory information regarding their accounts","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that banking and lending institutions be required to issue certain information on monthly statements to mortgage loan customers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H480","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974108,"bill_number":"H645","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974109,"bill_number":"H1145","title":"To protect children from detergent poisoning","description":"Relative to standards for the sale of liquid detergent packets. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974110,"bill_number":"H1355","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"Relative to ordinary disability public employee retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974111,"bill_number":"H789","title":"Relative to noise reduction devices","description":"Relative to penalties for the possession of silencers or firearm noise reduction devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974113,"bill_number":"H1140","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974114,"bill_number":"H1100","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to use certain land acquired for park, playground or recreation purposes for other municipal purposes","description":"That the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for park, playground or recreation uses for school purposes and for installation of sub surface geothermal wells. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974116,"bill_number":"H416","title":"Enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the filthy and dirty confinement of certain farm animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4530","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974117,"bill_number":"H898","title":"Relative to fires and explosions","description":"Relative to the penalty for setting fires or using fireworks, pyrotechnic or incendiary or explosive devices or materials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H898","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974118,"bill_number":"H716","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974119,"bill_number":"H1307","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"Relative to voluntary towing reform. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974120,"bill_number":"H526","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Relative to providing certain health insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974121,"bill_number":"H1252","title":"Relative to combustible gas detectors","description":"Relative to combustible gas detectors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974123,"bill_number":"H985","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H985/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H985","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974125,"bill_number":"H1319","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974127,"bill_number":"H1001","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1001/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974128,"bill_number":"H764","title":"Relative to escheat","description":"Relative to deposits of property with persons having residences or places of business in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974130,"bill_number":"H899","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H899","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974131,"bill_number":"H852","title":"Relative to establishing an animal abuse registry","description":"For legislation to establish an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974132,"bill_number":"H723","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974133,"bill_number":"H930","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974138,"bill_number":"H462","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974139,"bill_number":"H741","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974140,"bill_number":"H804","title":"To further protect children","description":"Relative to the reporting of a missing child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974141,"bill_number":"H1040","title":"Relative to one stop career centers","description":"For legislation to provide funding to the Massachusetts Workforce Professionals Association to support one stop career centers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974142,"bill_number":"H1047","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination training in the workplace","description":"Relative to nondiscrimination training in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4386","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1047/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1047","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974144,"bill_number":"H417","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974146,"bill_number":"H862","title":"Relative to juror service","description":"Relative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974147,"bill_number":"H522","title":"To promote value-based insurance design in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote value-based health insurance design in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974150,"bill_number":"H429","title":"Relative to underground storage tank remediation","description":"Relative to the payment of damages caused by the release of petroleum from underground storage tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974151,"bill_number":"H1181","title":"Requiring pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities","description":"Relative to requiring pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974152,"bill_number":"H348","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974154,"bill_number":"H445","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4040","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974155,"bill_number":"H1199","title":"Relative to food donations","description":"For legislation to allow restaurants to donate edible leftover cooked food and nonperishable food to local food pantries and assistance shelters. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1199/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1199","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974156,"bill_number":"H402","title":"Making technical corrections to the Dam and Seawall Repair Removal Fund","description":"Relative to the Dam and Seawall Removal Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974157,"bill_number":"H1004","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1004/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974158,"bill_number":"H755","title":"To promote child well-being, community supervision and efficient use of state resources","description":"Relative to diversions from juvenile court processing of certain children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974159,"bill_number":"H422","title":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse","description":"Relative to the siting of refuse facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974163,"bill_number":"H934","title":"Relative to unborn children","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974164,"bill_number":"H1305","title":"Relative to officer-involved deaths or injuries","description":"Relative to officer-involved injury or death law enforcement protocol and incident reporting. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1305/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974165,"bill_number":"H690","title":"Relative to water and sewer rate relief","description":"Relative to the water and sewer rate relief program for certain homeowners administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974166,"bill_number":"H846","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974167,"bill_number":"H718","title":"To establish the uniform enforcement of foreign judgments","description":"For legislation to establish the uniform enforcement of foreign judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 358 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974168,"bill_number":"H1013","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"Relative to employee protection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3962","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974169,"bill_number":"H1324","title":"Relative to judicial survivor benefits","description":"Relative to judicial survivor benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974170,"bill_number":"H1316","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"For legislation to establish a board of administrations of sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974171,"bill_number":"H717","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974173,"bill_number":"H365","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974174,"bill_number":"H895","title":"Expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders","description":"Relative to the eligibility for diversion to treatment for certain criminal offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H895/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H895","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974177,"bill_number":"H648","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974178,"bill_number":"H783","title":"To improve permanency and placement stability","description":"For legislation to improve permanency and placement stability for children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H783/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H783","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974179,"bill_number":"H1172","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974180,"bill_number":"H762","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974181,"bill_number":"H731","title":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth to be known as the James Ward Act","description":"Relative to increasing penalties for hit and run with a recreational vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974183,"bill_number":"H543","title":"Relative to mastectomies","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for mastectomies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974187,"bill_number":"H816","title":"To revise Massachusetts corporate charter revocation","description":"Relative to the revocation of corporate charters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H816","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974188,"bill_number":"H628","title":"To authorize state universities to offer clinical and professional doctorate programs","description":"For legislation to authorize state universities to offer clinical and professional doctorate programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H628","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974189,"bill_number":"H813","title":"To eliminate the charitable immunity cap","description":"For legislation to eliminate the charitable immunity defense in certain court actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974193,"bill_number":"H948","title":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","description":"Relative to the transmitting of indecent visual depictions by persons younger than eighteen years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4455","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974195,"bill_number":"H1335","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974196,"bill_number":"H993","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974198,"bill_number":"H486","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974199,"bill_number":"H754","title":"Relative to parent-child privilege","description":"Relative to testimony of certain parents or minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974200,"bill_number":"H857","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H857","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974201,"bill_number":"H967","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"Relative to penalties for the crime of larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974202,"bill_number":"H916","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974203,"bill_number":"H635","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974204,"bill_number":"H687","title":"Relative to condominium elections","description":"Relative to condominium elections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974205,"bill_number":"H534","title":"Relative to homeowners insurance","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974207,"bill_number":"H824","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974209,"bill_number":"H966","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974210,"bill_number":"H1016","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974211,"bill_number":"H931","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974212,"bill_number":"H406","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974214,"bill_number":"H539","title":"Relative to insurance points surcharges","description":"Relative to insurance points surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974215,"bill_number":"H1031","title":"Relative to fair workers' compensation rates","description":"Relative to workers' compensation rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974216,"bill_number":"H1274","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974218,"bill_number":"H1368","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974219,"bill_number":"H995","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974221,"bill_number":"H901","title":"Relative to the judicial youth corporation","description":"For legislation to provide additional funding to the Supreme Judicial Court for the judicial youth corporation program, so called. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974223,"bill_number":"H710","title":"Relative to synthetic drugs","description":"Relative to synthetic drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974224,"bill_number":"H1066","title":"Providing signature authority for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists","description":"Relative to psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974225,"bill_number":"H1171","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1171","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974226,"bill_number":"H845","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H845/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974227,"bill_number":"H431","title":"Relative to farmers’ markets","description":"Relative to farmers’ markets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974228,"bill_number":"H571","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974229,"bill_number":"H1027","title":"To create a workers’ compensation classification for reinforcing steel","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and Carlos Gonzalez 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1027/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1027","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974230,"bill_number":"H450","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974232,"bill_number":"H943","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974233,"bill_number":"H540","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974234,"bill_number":"H1011","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1011/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1011","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974236,"bill_number":"H1369","title":"Requiring review for determining category 4 eligibility","description":"Relative to requiring a review for determining Group 4 eligibility for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974237,"bill_number":"H545","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974238,"bill_number":"H860","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974239,"bill_number":"H519","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974249,"bill_number":"H1068","title":"Providing mental health and substance abuse assessments for children engaged in services","description":"Relative to providing for mental health and substance abuse assessments for children engaged in services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1068/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1068","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974251,"bill_number":"H595","title":"To address the financial sustainability of the health safety net","description":"Relative to the Health Safety Net Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974252,"bill_number":"H1106","title":"Authorizing the town of Millis to transfer a certain parcel of park land","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Millis to transfer certain recreation property in exchange for dedication of conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974253,"bill_number":"H528","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974254,"bill_number":"H1061","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974256,"bill_number":"H1186","title":"To promote patient care transparency and nurse advancement","description":"For legislation to require hospitals to report staffing plans to the Department of Public Health . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974257,"bill_number":"H1109","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974258,"bill_number":"H362","title":"Relative to early voting","description":"For legislation to repeal the early voting law. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H362","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":974260,"bill_number":"H1207","title":"Promoting sterilization during surgery","description":"Relative to the sterilization of surgery rooms and intensive care units. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974261,"bill_number":"H1065","title":"Relative to creating intensive stabilization and treatment units within the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to creating intensive stabilization and treatment units within the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974262,"bill_number":"H471","title":"Establishing a commission to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways","description":"By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974263,"bill_number":"H820","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974264,"bill_number":"H1089","title":"Relative to the sale of foreclosed residential property to certain cities and towns","description":"For legislation to grant cities or towns the right of first refusal on foreclosed residential property. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1089","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974265,"bill_number":"H1366","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1449","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974266,"bill_number":"H327","title":"Regarding breakfast in the classroom","description":"Relative to expanding the public school breakfast in the classroom program . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2441","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974267,"bill_number":"H557","title":"Reducing the costs for small business","description":"Relative to the organization of limited liability companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974269,"bill_number":"H475","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4529","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974271,"bill_number":"H803","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H803","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974273,"bill_number":"H759","title":"Relative to failure to yield to police pursuit","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974274,"bill_number":"H756","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974275,"bill_number":"H844","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974277,"bill_number":"H984","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H984/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974278,"bill_number":"H1096","title":"Creating a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1096/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974279,"bill_number":"H1301","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974280,"bill_number":"H353","title":"To establish election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974281,"bill_number":"H1024","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974283,"bill_number":"H1167","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974285,"bill_number":"H1298","title":"Relative to multi-year licensing","description":"Relative to private detective licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974286,"bill_number":"H466","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974287,"bill_number":"H989","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974288,"bill_number":"H829","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974289,"bill_number":"H748","title":"Relative to the DNA database","description":"Relative to penalties for failing to submit DNA samples. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H748","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974290,"bill_number":"H659","title":"To protect families experiencing homelessness from having to sleep in unsafe places","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker and others that the Department of Housing and Community Development provide emergency housing assistance to certain eligible families experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974291,"bill_number":"H1293","title":"Promoting police and youth partnership","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry, Jose F. Tosado and Jeffrey N. Roy that police officers in cities and towns be required to volunteer to participate in community youth organizations or youth activities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974292,"bill_number":"H443","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974294,"bill_number":"H1003","title":"Relative to membership in an employee organization","description":"Relative to membership in an employee organization. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974296,"bill_number":"H1297","title":"Relative to dangerous weapons","description":"Relative to dangerous weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974297,"bill_number":"H1333","title":"Relative to Brockton schoolpPolice","description":"For legislation relative to Brockton school police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974301,"bill_number":"H768","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974302,"bill_number":"H1137","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974305,"bill_number":"H1147","title":"Relative to radiological emergency response funds","description":"Relative to radiological emergency response funds under the control of the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974308,"bill_number":"H1173","title":"Relative to death certificates","description":"Relative to death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974309,"bill_number":"H1174","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1169","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974310,"bill_number":"H1292","title":"Relative to local law enforcement continuity","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1292","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974311,"bill_number":"H1235","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974312,"bill_number":"H389","title":"Relative to election procedures in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to election procedures in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974313,"bill_number":"H1223","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974316,"bill_number":"H598","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974317,"bill_number":"H851","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974319,"bill_number":"H508","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974320,"bill_number":"H1038","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","description":"Relative to protecting pregnant workers from discrimination in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3659","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974321,"bill_number":"H1216","title":"Relative to prescription monitoring program enforcement regulations","description":"Relative to prescription monitoring program enforcement regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1216","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974322,"bill_number":"H559","title":"Relative to small business insurance enrollment","description":"Relative to small business health insurance enrollment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974323,"bill_number":"H465","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974324,"bill_number":"H430","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4526","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974325,"bill_number":"H610","title":"To improve primary care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the improvement of primary care in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974326,"bill_number":"H743","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H743/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974327,"bill_number":"H1067","title":"To improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists","description":"For legislation to improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4355","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974331,"bill_number":"H695","title":"Providing a homeless bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a homeless persons bill of rights. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974332,"bill_number":"H609","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"Relative to health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974333,"bill_number":"H782","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H782","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974334,"bill_number":"H521","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974335,"bill_number":"H640","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974337,"bill_number":"H1094","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"Relative to site plan zoning review. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1094","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974338,"bill_number":"H912","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H912","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974339,"bill_number":"H352","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974340,"bill_number":"H339","title":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","description":"Relative to mandated reporting of elder abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4494","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974343,"bill_number":"H548","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974344,"bill_number":"H1327","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 233 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974347,"bill_number":"H1170","title":"To protect little lungs","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in motor vehicles in which young children are passengers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974348,"bill_number":"H1157","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974349,"bill_number":"H668","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","description":"Relative to multifamily housing construction. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3844","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974350,"bill_number":"H802","title":"Relative to protective orders","description":"Relative to protective orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H802","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974351,"bill_number":"H793","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"For legislation promoting restorative justice practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H793","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974352,"bill_number":"H1264","title":"Clarifying the prevailing wage law","description":"For legislation to place the inspection, testing and repair of fire protection systems under the prevailing wage law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1264/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1264","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974357,"bill_number":"H682","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974358,"bill_number":"H436","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974359,"bill_number":"H924","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H924","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":974360,"bill_number":"H1117","title":"Supporting our natural landmarks","description":"Relative to municipal ordinance violations concerning desecration of natural landmarks. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974362,"bill_number":"H1036","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974364,"bill_number":"H1092","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1092/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1092","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974365,"bill_number":"H1222","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 others 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974368,"bill_number":"H991","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H991/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H991","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974369,"bill_number":"H1073","title":"Establishing court ordered mental health assisted outpatient treatment","description":"Relative to establishing court ordered mental health assisted outpatient treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974370,"bill_number":"H1005","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974371,"bill_number":"H1046","title":"Relative to employee references","description":"Relative to employee reference liability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1046/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1046","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974372,"bill_number":"H842","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974373,"bill_number":"H461","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2017-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974374,"bill_number":"H549","title":"Relative to the providing of mammograms","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974376,"bill_number":"H503","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974377,"bill_number":"H902","title":"Relative to foreclosed homes in neighborhoods","description":"Relative to court orders for the sale of certain foreclosed property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974379,"bill_number":"H324","title":"Relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"Relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974380,"bill_number":"H592","title":"Restoring affordable health connector coverage","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable health connector coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974381,"bill_number":"H622","title":"Eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974382,"bill_number":"H1254","title":"To further define public-employee safety 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974383,"bill_number":"H638","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974384,"bill_number":"H608","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974385,"bill_number":"H405","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974386,"bill_number":"H1075","title":"Relative to mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities","description":"Relative to mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974387,"bill_number":"H322","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"Relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974390,"bill_number":"H1166","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974391,"bill_number":"H679","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974392,"bill_number":"H1273","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974393,"bill_number":"H1290","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1290","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974394,"bill_number":"H1081","title":"Relative to municipal deposits","description":"Relative to liability of cities, towns, districts or regional school districts for loss of public monies by reason of the closing or liquidation of depository institutions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1081/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1081","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974397,"bill_number":"H1111","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974398,"bill_number":"H744","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974399,"bill_number":"H965","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-03-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974400,"bill_number":"H566","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture and providing for insurance benefits for certain acupuncture and oriental medicine treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974402,"bill_number":"H719","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974403,"bill_number":"H1299","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974404,"bill_number":"H1127","title":"To ensure access to necessary hospital services","description":"Relative to hospitals providing cardiac catheterization services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974408,"bill_number":"H1312","title":"Relative to kayak safety","description":"Relative to kayak safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1312","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974409,"bill_number":"H1126","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to study the feasibility of reevaluating the process of testing for concussions and similar traumatic brain injuries","description":"Relative to directing the Department of Public Health to study the feasibility of reevaluating the process of testing for concussions and similar traumatic brain injuries. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1126","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":974410,"bill_number":"H1159","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974411,"bill_number":"H507","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974413,"bill_number":"H736","title":"Relative to violent protection order violations","description":"Relative to violent protection orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974414,"bill_number":"H1362","title":"To provide diabetes prevention program benefits","description":"For legislation to provide diabetes prevention program benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974415,"bill_number":"H502","title":"Requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services","description":"Relative to the reimbursement of interpreter services incurred by certain hospitals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974416,"bill_number":"H1177","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974418,"bill_number":"H871","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974421,"bill_number":"H617","title":"To prohibit material changes for above benchmark providers","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974422,"bill_number":"H491","title":"Relative to transparency and access in healthcare","description":"Relative to transparency and access in healthcare. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974423,"bill_number":"H1141","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974425,"bill_number":"H333","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974427,"bill_number":"H1152","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974428,"bill_number":"H641","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"Relative to the higher education endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2235","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974429,"bill_number":"H618","title":"Strengthening market impact review","description":"For legislation to strengthen health care provider market impact reviews. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974430,"bill_number":"H1230","title":"Relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness in student athletes","description":"Relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness in student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1230/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1230","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974431,"bill_number":"H1138","title":"Relative to truth in advertising","description":"For legislation relative to truth in advertising. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974433,"bill_number":"H1359","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"Relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974434,"bill_number":"H897","title":"Regarding testimony after grant of immunity to a witness","description":"Relative to testimony after grant of immunity to witnesses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974437,"bill_number":"H1236","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974438,"bill_number":"H435","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4526","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974439,"bill_number":"H1317","title":"Establishing the building code coordinating council","description":"For legislation to establish the building code coordinating council. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974440,"bill_number":"H401","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for coastal infrastructure","description":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974441,"bill_number":"H757","title":"Providing for the distribution of information on personal rights and resources be provided to those in the Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) system","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974442,"bill_number":"H1315","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1315","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974443,"bill_number":"H819","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974444,"bill_number":"H581","title":"Relative to ensuring treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for certain medically necessary functional repair or restoration of craniofacial disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974446,"bill_number":"H888","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974447,"bill_number":"H809","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974449,"bill_number":"H945","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974452,"bill_number":"H643","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974453,"bill_number":"H541","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974454,"bill_number":"H1183","title":"To protect sports medicine professionals","description":"Relative to sports medicine professionals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974456,"bill_number":"H323","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relative to applications for the establishment of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974457,"bill_number":"H512","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974458,"bill_number":"H792","title":"Relative to the enhancement of regional services","description":"Relative to fees paid to the Registry of Deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H792","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974462,"bill_number":"H874","title":"Relative to the costs of appeals by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the cost of appeals by defendants who are not indigent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974463,"bill_number":"H384","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974464,"bill_number":"H1051","title":"Relative to the safe regulation of legal marijuana","description":"Relative to the regulation of legal marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974465,"bill_number":"H999","title":"Relative to underground economy whistleblowing","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974467,"bill_number":"H1296","title":"Relative to constitutional rights","description":"Relative to laws, ordinances or regulations concerning to the lawful ownership, use, possession, transfer, purchase, receipt or transportation of weapons, antique weapons, ammunition or ammunition components. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974468,"bill_number":"H1077","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1077/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974469,"bill_number":"H704","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974470,"bill_number":"H693","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974472,"bill_number":"H351","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974473,"bill_number":"H785","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Chris Grammaticas","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Chris Grammaticas, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974474,"bill_number":"H1289","title":"Relative to seatbelts on school buses","description":"Relative to requirements for seatbelts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974476,"bill_number":"H639","title":"Investing in public higher education","description":"Relative to public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4153","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974477,"bill_number":"H1063","title":"Providing for efficient access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to increase access to treatment for behavioral health disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974478,"bill_number":"H560","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974480,"bill_number":"H1035","title":"Relative to structural steel","description":"Relative to structural steel specifications in certain public construction contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1035/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1035","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974481,"bill_number":"H1280","title":"To clarify the prosecution of illegal guns","description":"Relative to prosecution for the sale of illegal firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974483,"bill_number":"H657","title":"Resolve establishing a Special Commission to Study and Make Recommendations Relative to Chapter 40B","description":"Relative to the comprehensive permit law. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974485,"bill_number":"H576","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974486,"bill_number":"H504","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974487,"bill_number":"H447","title":"Reducing packaging waste in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reducing packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974488,"bill_number":"H330","title":"Relative to defining and providing screening for dyslexia","description":"Relative to defining and providing screening for dyslexia for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4394","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974489,"bill_number":"H637","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974490,"bill_number":"H578","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974491,"bill_number":"H1308","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and Timothy R. Whelan 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974492,"bill_number":"H1176","title":"To ban smoking in certain public places","description":"For legislation to ban smoking in certain public places. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974502,"bill_number":"H651","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974503,"bill_number":"H1189","title":"Relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of midwifery and regulating out-of-hospital birth access and safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4655","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974504,"bill_number":"H881","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974505,"bill_number":"H1155","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974506,"bill_number":"H451","title":"Relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund","description":"By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli for the allocation of a certain sum of money to the town of Tewksbury for sewer relief purposes from the Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4532","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974507,"bill_number":"H865","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974508,"bill_number":"H593","title":"To support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974509,"bill_number":"H627","title":"Establishing a student tuition recovery fund","description":"Relative to establishing a student tuition recovery fund for students from certain for-profit schools. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974510,"bill_number":"H667","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974512,"bill_number":"H935","title":"Relative to unborn victims of violence","description":"Relative to the injury or termination of human embryos and fetuses prior to birth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974513,"bill_number":"H399","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974515,"bill_number":"H594","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974519,"bill_number":"H949","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974520,"bill_number":"H586","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974521,"bill_number":"H734","title":"Relative to registry of deeds recording fees","description":"Relative to county retention of registry of deeds fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974522,"bill_number":"H378","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974524,"bill_number":"H907","title":"Providing immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for alcohol-related overdose","description":"Relative to providing immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for alcohol-related overdoses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H907/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974525,"bill_number":"H758","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974526,"bill_number":"H376","title":"To ensure secure voting equipment","description":"Relative to ensuring secure voting equipment. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974527,"bill_number":"H939","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974528,"bill_number":"H666","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974530,"bill_number":"H1303","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974532,"bill_number":"H537","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974533,"bill_number":"H575","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974535,"bill_number":"H905","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Geraghty, an employee of the Trial Court of the commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Geraghty, an employee of the Norfolk Superior Court department of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H905/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H905","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974537,"bill_number":"H909","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974540,"bill_number":"H1088","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974541,"bill_number":"H1203","title":"Relative to public health","description":"Relative to nursing home admissions for individuals from birth to age twenty-two in need of long-term inpatient skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974542,"bill_number":"H972","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974543,"bill_number":"H580","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974544,"bill_number":"H781","title":"Relative to visitation and family court matters in domestic violence cases","description":"Relative to conditions of release visitation rights in domestic violence cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974546,"bill_number":"H1370","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Public Health","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974548,"bill_number":"H946","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"Relative to child custody arrangements of military personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974549,"bill_number":"H338","title":"Relative to providing dental care to senior citizens","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974552,"bill_number":"H904","title":"Relative to farmers markets","description":"Relative to the liability of farmers’ markets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H904","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974553,"bill_number":"H873","title":"To protect fundamental freedoms and prohibit discriminatory registration programs","description":"For legislation to protect residents of the Commonwealth from certain government monitoring. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974554,"bill_number":"H527","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974555,"bill_number":"H701","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974556,"bill_number":"H555","title":"Relative to hearing aid coverage","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974557,"bill_number":"H395","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3895","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974558,"bill_number":"H1306","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"Relative to fire protection sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4913","last_action_date":"2018-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974559,"bill_number":"H867","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974562,"bill_number":"H915","title":"Relative to the impersonation of police officers","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for persons convicted impersonating a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974563,"bill_number":"H1074","title":"Relative to public safety notification for sober homes","description":"By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy that the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services be required to notify local public safety departments upon certification of sober homes, so-called. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974564,"bill_number":"H1087","title":"To ensure adequate handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking spaces regulated by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1087/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1087","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974565,"bill_number":"H1043","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"Relative to persons performing job-related services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974566,"bill_number":"H1098","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1098","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974567,"bill_number":"H1037","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4386","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1037/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1037","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974568,"bill_number":"H415","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4038","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974571,"bill_number":"H941","title":"To properly punish the solicitation of felony crimes","description":"For legislation to properly punish the solicitation of felony crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974574,"bill_number":"H738","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974575,"bill_number":"H414","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4526","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974577,"bill_number":"H650","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974578,"bill_number":"H686","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974579,"bill_number":"H876","title":"Relative to the rights of foster parents","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H876","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974581,"bill_number":"H1161","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4490","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974582,"bill_number":"H1160","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle safety and fluorescent clothing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974583,"bill_number":"H514","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974585,"bill_number":"H1209","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974586,"bill_number":"H1080","title":"To protect puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to inspections of kennels or catteries and penalties for noncompliance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1080","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974587,"bill_number":"H1356","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974588,"bill_number":"H780","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H780","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974589,"bill_number":"H1218","title":"Making technical changes to the Betsy Lehman Center for patient safety and medical error reduction enabling statute","description":"Relative to making technical changes to the Betsy Lehman Center for patient safety and medical error reduction enabling law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974592,"bill_number":"H396","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4571","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974593,"bill_number":"H887","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974594,"bill_number":"H532","title":"Relative to long term disability insurance","description":"Relative to long-term disability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974597,"bill_number":"H652","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974598,"bill_number":"H456","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4531","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974600,"bill_number":"H729","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"Relative to private construction contract liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974601,"bill_number":"H1103","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974602,"bill_number":"H550","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974603,"bill_number":"H460","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2230","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974604,"bill_number":"H463","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974607,"bill_number":"H964","title":"Relative to stenographers and transcribers","description":"Relative to the fees for furnishing transcripts of notes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974609,"bill_number":"H936","title":"Relative to a woman's right to know","description":"For legislation to require physicians to obtain written informed consent prior to performing abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974610,"bill_number":"H1291","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974611,"bill_number":"H971","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974612,"bill_number":"H1281","title":"To close the assault weapon magazine loophole","description":"Relative to assault weapon magazine feeding devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974613,"bill_number":"H1246","title":"Relative to firearms licensing duration and fees","description":"Relative to firearms licensing duration and fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974614,"bill_number":"H320","title":"To provide targeted pre-k education to all four year old children meeting specific requirements in all gateway cities (26)","description":"Relative to developing a program for universal pre-kindergarten education in gateway municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974615,"bill_number":"H1101","title":"Relative to the membership of the Millbury Redevelopment Authority","description":"For legislation to determine the membership of the Millbury Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 378 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974616,"bill_number":"H1255","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974617,"bill_number":"H624","title":"Relative to early childhood cavities","description":"Relative to the management of early childhood caries among MassHealth patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1164","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974619,"bill_number":"H830","title":"Expanding opportunity to officiate marriage ceremonies","description":"Relative to persons authorized to perform marriage ceremonies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974621,"bill_number":"H766","title":"To reduce sexual exploitation of victims of human trafficking","description":"Relative to sexual exploitation of victims of human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H766/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H766","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974622,"bill_number":"H697","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974628,"bill_number":"H633","title":"Making public higher education in Massachusetts free for residents of the state","description":"For legislation to make public higher education free for residents of the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4512","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974629,"bill_number":"H563","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974630,"bill_number":"H1377","title":"Relative to further 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974631,"bill_number":"H938","title":"Increasing the declared homestead exemption","description":"For legislation to increase the declared homestead exemption. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974633,"bill_number":"H409","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974634,"bill_number":"H636","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974635,"bill_number":"H1282","title":"To clarify the definition of a \"violent crime\" in Chapter 140","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of violent crimes in the law relative to firearm sales. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974636,"bill_number":"H488","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974638,"bill_number":"H1336","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974639,"bill_number":"H1190","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"For legislation to prohibit state licensed mental health professionals from subjecting minors to conversion therapy practices to change sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4664","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974641,"bill_number":"H1135","title":"Supporting school-based substance use prevention through evidenced-based positive social norms marketing","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell and others 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974642,"bill_number":"H1000","title":"Allowing 12 and 13 year old youth to be employed as soccer referees","description":"Relative to the employment of certain youth sports referees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974643,"bill_number":"H1021","title":"Creating an opportunity wage for teens","description":"Relative to wages paid to persons under eighteen years of age. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974645,"bill_number":"H1269","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974646,"bill_number":"H634","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4286","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974647,"bill_number":"H692","title":"Relative to community block grants","description":"Relative to community block grants. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974648,"bill_number":"H1302","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974649,"bill_number":"H798","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974651,"bill_number":"H1118","title":"Incentivizing solar energy systems on brownfields","description":"Relative to zoning appeals of proposed solar energy system installations on brownfields. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974654,"bill_number":"H821","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974657,"bill_number":"H472","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4133","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974658,"bill_number":"H996","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H996/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H996","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974659,"bill_number":"H953","title":"Relative to the collection, accuracy and public availability of arrest data","description":"Relative to the collection and public availability of crime and arrest data. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974660,"bill_number":"H1275","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974661,"bill_number":"H1205","title":"To implement consistent protections for health information","description":"Relative to protections for health information. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4797","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974662,"bill_number":"H918","title":"Relative to treble damages","description":"Relative to treble damages for certain employees for any damages incurred, lost wages and other benefits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974663,"bill_number":"H727","title":"To fight opioid abuse","description":"Relative to opioid abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974664,"bill_number":"H1058","title":"Authorizing medical marijuana treatment centers to sell recreational marijuana beginning Jul 1, 2017","description":"Relative to the date for authorizing medical marijuana treatment centers to sell recreational marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1058/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1058","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":974665,"bill_number":"H1271","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"Relative to the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974669,"bill_number":"H1219","title":"Relative to conducting fetal and infant mortality review","description":"Relative to conducting fetal and infant mortality review. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974670,"bill_number":"H1287","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974672,"bill_number":"H822","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974673,"bill_number":"H479","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974674,"bill_number":"H611","title":"Updating masshealth reimbursement rates for chronic disease and rehabilitation hospitals","description":"For legislation updating MassHealth reimbursement rates for chronic disease and rehabilitation hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974675,"bill_number":"H1247","title":"Relative to firearms storage","description":"Relative to the storage of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974676,"bill_number":"H1194","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"Relative to end of life options. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1194/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974677,"bill_number":"H921","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974678,"bill_number":"H1211","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1211","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974682,"bill_number":"H707","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4463","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974684,"bill_number":"H992","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974685,"bill_number":"H886","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"Relative to larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974686,"bill_number":"H644","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974687,"bill_number":"H700","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974688,"bill_number":"H662","title":"Authorizing certain cities and towns to use the Community Preservation Fund for market rate housing","description":"For legislation to allow certain cities and towns to use the Community Preservation Fund for market rate housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974689,"bill_number":"H1185","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"Relative to the services provided by dental hygenists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974690,"bill_number":"H982","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974692,"bill_number":"H712","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974693,"bill_number":"H956","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974694,"bill_number":"H658","title":"To promote affordable housing","description":"Relative to comprehensive housing needs assessment and the promotion of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974695,"bill_number":"H1234","title":"Relative 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1234/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974697,"bill_number":"H1022","title":"To reduce the cost of business ownership","description":"For legislation to waive the initial organization and annual filing fees for certain businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974698,"bill_number":"H1041","title":"Relative to fast food employee holiday pay","description":"Relative to compensation of certain employees on holidays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1041/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974701,"bill_number":"H506","title":"Relative to the Auto Damage Appraisers Licensing Board in the Division of Insurance","description":"Relative to the Auto Damage Appraisers Licensing Board in the Division of Insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974702,"bill_number":"H356","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974703,"bill_number":"H1014","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974705,"bill_number":"H913","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974706,"bill_number":"H1220","title":"Relating to access to public records","description":"Relative to access to certain birth records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974707,"bill_number":"H525","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974708,"bill_number":"H473","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S430","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974709,"bill_number":"H859","title":"Protecting children from domestic violence","description":"Relative to protecting children from domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974711,"bill_number":"H371","title":"Changing the campaign finance reporting cycle","description":"Relative to campaign financing and reporting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974713,"bill_number":"H1344","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974714,"bill_number":"H906","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974715,"bill_number":"H570","title":"To encourage retirement planning","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts secure choice savings program and to encourage retirement planning. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4330","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974716,"bill_number":"H850","title":"Relative to certain habitual offenders","description":"Relative to certain habitual offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H850/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H850","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974718,"bill_number":"H853","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relative to bail fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H853","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974719,"bill_number":"H685","title":"Streamlining permitting for housing","description":"For legislation to expedite the permitting process for housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974720,"bill_number":"H1102","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 198 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974721,"bill_number":"H839","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H839/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H839","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974722,"bill_number":"H1283","title":"Relative to universal background checks for private gun sales","description":"Relative to universal background checks for private gun sales. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1283","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974723,"bill_number":"H623","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974724,"bill_number":"H554","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 pertaining to dogs harbored upon the insured property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974729,"bill_number":"H688","title":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law","description":"Relative to the condominium laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974730,"bill_number":"H889","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974731,"bill_number":"H1129","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974734,"bill_number":"H490","title":"Relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies","description":"Relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974735,"bill_number":"H656","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974736,"bill_number":"H591","title":"To strengthen the PIP process","description":"Relative to health care performance improvement plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974738,"bill_number":"H1237","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974739,"bill_number":"H791","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"Relative to patient safety, medical error reporting and medical malpractice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H791","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974740,"bill_number":"H1128","title":"Relative to Diabetes prevention","description":"Relative to a state diabetes action plan. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4844","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974742,"bill_number":"H1010","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974744,"bill_number":"H350","title":"Relative to home care","description":"Relative to home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2558","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974745,"bill_number":"H769","title":"Permitting the purchase and possession of electronic control weapons by abused persons for defensive purposes","description":"Relative to the sale and possession of nonlethal electronic control weapons to certain persons when abuse orders have been issued by a court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974746,"bill_number":"H807","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H807","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974747,"bill_number":"H1321","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relative to the compensation paid to injured correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974748,"bill_number":"H1217","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974751,"bill_number":"H1059","title":"Requiring certain labeling on packages containing marijuana or marijuana products","description":"For legislation to require certain labeling on packages containing marijuana or marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1059","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974752,"bill_number":"H477","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974753,"bill_number":"H1032","title":"Relative to the confidentiality of communications or information of labor organizations","description":"Relative to the confidentiality of communications or information of labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974754,"bill_number":"H1248","title":"Relative to law enforcement officers safety act","description":"Relative to licenses to carry firearms for certain public safety officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974755,"bill_number":"H994","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974756,"bill_number":"H1331","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974759,"bill_number":"H375","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974760,"bill_number":"H1341","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974762,"bill_number":"H942","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H942","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974763,"bill_number":"H335","title":"Relative to early-onset Alzheimer's disease","description":"Relative to services provided through the MassHealth frail elder home and community-based services waiver regarding early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974764,"bill_number":"H630","title":"Relative to the right to counsel in disciplinary hearings","description":"Relative to the right to counsel by certain higher education students in disciplinary hearings. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974765,"bill_number":"H817","title":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors","description":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974766,"bill_number":"H616","title":"Ensuring protections for hospitals that contract with Medicaid managed care organizations","description":"Relative to protections for hospitals that contract with Medicaid managed care organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974768,"bill_number":"H894","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H894","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974770,"bill_number":"H933","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H933/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974771,"bill_number":"H1325","title":"Amending M.G.L. 32, s. 4(1)(h)","description":"Relative to creditable service for retired state employees who have served in the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1325","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":974774,"bill_number":"H524","title":"Relative to a 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974775,"bill_number":"H562","title":"To provide home and auto insurance rates be set by the Commissioner of Insurance","description":"For legislation to provide that home and motor vehicle insurance rates to be set by the Commissioner of Insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H562","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":974776,"bill_number":"H1365","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974777,"bill_number":"H564","title":"Enhancing fair competition among financial institutions","description":"Relative to further regulating credit unions and enhancing fair competition among financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974778,"bill_number":"H1076","title":"Relative to the classification of certain controlled substances","description":"Relative to the classification of certain controlled substances. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1076","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974779,"bill_number":"H1367","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974780,"bill_number":"H434","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974781,"bill_number":"H776","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974782,"bill_number":"H1226","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974787,"bill_number":"H530","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974789,"bill_number":"H728","title":"Relative to improving the administration and efficiency of the judicial system","description":"Relative to improving the administration and efficiency of the judicial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H728","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974791,"bill_number":"H1215","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974792,"bill_number":"H962","title":"Relative to court filing fees","description":"Relative to court filing fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974793,"bill_number":"H680","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974794,"bill_number":"H961","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974795,"bill_number":"H1300","title":"Relative to the recreational tramway board","description":"Relative to certain Recreational Tramway Board voilations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974796,"bill_number":"H694","title":"Relative to securing public housing","description":"Relative to the public housing application process. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974798,"bill_number":"H380","title":"Increasing voter participation in primary elections","description":"Relative to increasing voter participation in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H380","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974800,"bill_number":"H1120","title":"Authorizing the town of Boylston to convey a portion of a certain parcel of land","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974801,"bill_number":"H1139","title":"Relative to the dispensing of prescription drugs","description":"Relative to the dispensing of prescription drugs by pharmacists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974802,"bill_number":"H354","title":"To allow election day voter registration","description":"Relative to allowing eligible citizens who missed registration deadline to cast their ballot on election day. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974804,"bill_number":"H360","title":"Relative to state primary elections","description":"Relative to state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974805,"bill_number":"H788","title":"Permitting the adoption of embryos","description":"For legislation to authorize persons of full age to petition the probate court for the adoption of an embryo. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974806,"bill_number":"H448","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974807,"bill_number":"H944","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974808,"bill_number":"H1266","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974810,"bill_number":"H1119","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974811,"bill_number":"H168","title":"Regulating lottery funding","description":"Relative to regulating lottery funding to certain cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974813,"bill_number":"H703","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974814,"bill_number":"H702","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974815,"bill_number":"H970","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974816,"bill_number":"H1200","title":"Improving treatment for Alzheimer's and Dementia","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others that continuing education necessary for the renewal of a physician’s certificate of registration include courses on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other cognitive impairments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974818,"bill_number":"H1250","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974820,"bill_number":"H544","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974822,"bill_number":"H452","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4532","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974823,"bill_number":"H631","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H631/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974824,"bill_number":"H1214","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"For legislation to authorize pharmacists to perform certain medical procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1214/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974826,"bill_number":"H1150","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974827,"bill_number":"H368","title":"To create a citizens' initiative review commission","description":"For legislation to create a citizens' initiative review commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974828,"bill_number":"H713","title":"Relative to criminal offender record information","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974829,"bill_number":"H805","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H805","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974830,"bill_number":"H369","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974834,"bill_number":"H583","title":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations","description":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974835,"bill_number":"H1078","title":"Relative to puppy mills","description":"Relative to commercial breeder dog kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1078/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974836,"bill_number":"H1311","title":"Relative to missing persons","description":"Relative to reports and investigations concerning missing persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974837,"bill_number":"H919","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974840,"bill_number":"H336","title":"Regarding spouses as caregivers","description":"Relative to spouses as caregivers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974841,"bill_number":"H1318","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974842,"bill_number":"H345","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974843,"bill_number":"H1104","title":"Relative to relative to subdivision plans","description":"Relative to sustainable land use involving subdivisions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974845,"bill_number":"H684","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3844","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974846,"bill_number":"H1163","title":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to access to original birth certificates for all persons born in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974850,"bill_number":"H1342","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974851,"bill_number":"H1084","title":"Relative to penalties for the improper treatment of animals","description":"Relative to the improper treatment of animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974852,"bill_number":"H574","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974853,"bill_number":"H963","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974854,"bill_number":"H588","title":"Expanding automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles","description":"By Mr. Walsh of Framingham, a petition of Chris Walsh and others that automobile insurance coverage options include the diminished value of vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974855,"bill_number":"H751","title":"Relative to the appointment of private counsel","description":"Relative to the rates of compensation payable to counsel appointed or assigned to represent indigent persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974856,"bill_number":"H600","title":"To reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention","description":"For legislation to reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974858,"bill_number":"H1272","title":"Relative to hoisting license renewal","description":"Relative to engineer license renewal. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974859,"bill_number":"H1262","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974860,"bill_number":"H760","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974861,"bill_number":"H1091","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1091","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974864,"bill_number":"H404","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4532","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974865,"bill_number":"H585","title":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates","description":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974866,"bill_number":"H558","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974868,"bill_number":"H590","title":"Relative to capital of credit unions","description":"Relative to capital of credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974869,"bill_number":"H837","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974870,"bill_number":"H676","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency","description":"Relative to expanding the certain authority of the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency to other states and the District of Columbia. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3846","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974871,"bill_number":"H1279","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fees","description":"For legislation to authorize non-profit or charitable organizations to apply for waivers to the elevator inspection fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974872,"bill_number":"H454","title":"To study the feasibility of creating and implementing a gypsy moth spraying program","description":"By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition of Mathew Muratore and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the feasibility of creating and implementing a gypsy moth spraying program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974873,"bill_number":"H1002","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1002/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974874,"bill_number":"H385","title":"Relative to voting overseas","description":"Relative to voting overseas. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974875,"bill_number":"H937","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974878,"bill_number":"H1085","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"Relative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974880,"bill_number":"H777","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974881,"bill_number":"H911","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H911","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974883,"bill_number":"H496","title":"Amending the banking laws and related statutes","description":"Relative to amending the banking laws and statutes of the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974885,"bill_number":"H437","title":"Establishing a department of environmental protection appeals board","description":"Relative to establishing an appeals board within the department of environmental protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974886,"bill_number":"H446","title":"To promote healthy communities and the environment","description":"Relative to reduction of the volume of non-recycled plastics and other materials that are disposed of in landfills. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974887,"bill_number":"H778","title":"Relative to repeat domestic violence offenders","description":"Relative to repeat domestic violence offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974888,"bill_number":"H1354","title":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees","description":"Relative to retirement options for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974889,"bill_number":"H928","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974894,"bill_number":"H983","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974896,"bill_number":"H1114","title":"Authorizing the town of Westport to convey a non-exclusive access easement in a portion of town property at 493 Old County Road to benefit 497 Old County Road","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Westport to convey a non-exclusive access easement in a portion of certain town property. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974897,"bill_number":"H696","title":"Relative to low income housing","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974899,"bill_number":"H1121","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974900,"bill_number":"H775","title":"Streamlining the investigation process of discrimination complaints","description":"Relative to the investigation process of discrimination complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974901,"bill_number":"H1134","title":"To permit the scattering of unclaimed cremated remains at sea","description":"For legislation to permit the scattering of unclaimed cremated remains at sea. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974902,"bill_number":"H960","title":"Relative to enforcement of condominium laws","description":"Relative to the enforcement of condominium laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974904,"bill_number":"H1204","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1204","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974906,"bill_number":"H500","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2955","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974907,"bill_number":"H869","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H869/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974910,"bill_number":"H1113","title":"Regarding the terms of office for City Councillors","description":"Relative to the terms of office for Boston city councillors. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974911,"bill_number":"H1048","title":"Clarifying the payment of wages","description":"Relative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974912,"bill_number":"H1187","title":"Relative to home health and hospice aides","description":"Relative to the administration of medications in the home by certain home health aides. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1187/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974913,"bill_number":"H601","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H601","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974914,"bill_number":"H714","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H714/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H714","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974915,"bill_number":"H975","title":"To enact “Stephen’s Law”, relative to the distribution of fentanyl that results in death","description":"Relative to the distribution of fentanyl that results in death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H975/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974917,"bill_number":"H1242","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974918,"bill_number":"H814","title":"Relative to notarization fees","description":"Relative to notarization fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974919,"bill_number":"H1229","title":"To establish an Office of Youth Development","description":"For legislation to establish a state-wide office of youth development within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1229","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974920,"bill_number":"H910","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974921,"bill_number":"H346","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974923,"bill_number":"H927","title":"Providing visitation rights for great-grandparents","description":"For legislation to provide visitation rights for great grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974924,"bill_number":"H669","title":"Establishing an office of the condominium ombudsman","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide condominium ombudsman program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974925,"bill_number":"H799","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H799","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974927,"bill_number":"H1030","title":"Improving the QUEST system","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others that the Director of the Department of Unemployment Assistance redesign the DUA QUEST online service revenue system for employers and third party agents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974928,"bill_number":"H864","title":"Relative to parole supervision for life","description":"Relative to parole supervision for life. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974929,"bill_number":"H826","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974930,"bill_number":"H1112","title":"Improving housing opportunities and the Massachusetts economy","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances and by-laws and improving housing opportunities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974931,"bill_number":"H370","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974932,"bill_number":"H1132","title":"Enabling trained school personnel to administer life saving epinephrine treatment","description":"Relative to emergency epinephrine pens in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974933,"bill_number":"H615","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"Relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974934,"bill_number":"H1029","title":"Relative to unemployment rate consistency","description":"Relative to unemployment contribution rates assigned to employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1029/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1029","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974936,"bill_number":"H671","title":"Relative to single-family home construction","description":"Relative to single-family home construction. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974940,"bill_number":"H878","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974941,"bill_number":"H487","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974942,"bill_number":"H890","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H890","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974945,"bill_number":"H974","title":"Relative to judgment for alimony","description":"Relative to timely judgments for alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974946,"bill_number":"H413","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974948,"bill_number":"H412","title":"To reduce packaging waste","description":"For legislation to reduce packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974949,"bill_number":"H771","title":"Relative to civil liability for snow removal","description":"Relative to civil liability for snow removal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974951,"bill_number":"H1012","title":"Amending the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules","description":"For legislation to further regulate the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1012/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1012","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974953,"bill_number":"H849","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974954,"bill_number":"H664","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974955,"bill_number":"H538","title":"For health care non-discrimination","description":"Relative to alternative payment arrangements and health care non-discrimination. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H538","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974956,"bill_number":"H681","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions","description":"Relative to public housing restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974957,"bill_number":"H1240","title":"Relative to public safety in hoisting regulations","description":"Relative to public safety in hoisting regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974958,"bill_number":"H1082","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1082/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1082","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974959,"bill_number":"H661","title":"Providing for safe, decent and sanitary housing for recipients of the HomeBASE program","description":"Relative to quality standards for the use of HomeBASE funds, so-called, under the Department of Housing and Community Development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974960,"bill_number":"H801","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974962,"bill_number":"H632","title":"Relative to 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2017-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974963,"bill_number":"H569","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974964,"bill_number":"H880","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974967,"bill_number":"H1245","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"Relative to children’s products and upholstered furniture containing certain flame retardants. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4656","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974968,"bill_number":"H1148","title":"Relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders","description":"Relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S602","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974969,"bill_number":"H1323","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 House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974970,"bill_number":"H1268","title":"Resolve providing for investigating construction practices and their impact on firefighter deaths","description":"Relative to the use of manufactured wood products and light weight wood frame truss assemblies, so-called. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974971,"bill_number":"H828","title":"To protect privacy","description":"For legislation to provide certain protections in criminal investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H828","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974973,"bill_number":"H1039","title":"Amending the independent contractor statute","description":"Relative to the independent contractor statute. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1039/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1039","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974974,"bill_number":"H833","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974975,"bill_number":"H677","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974976,"bill_number":"H796","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974977,"bill_number":"H1086","title":"Relative to online access to municipal ordinances and by-laws","description":"Relative to online access of municipal ordinances and by-laws by communities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1086/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1086","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":974978,"bill_number":"H877","title":"Relative to historical preservation organizations","description":"Relative to the liability of historical preservation organization employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974980,"bill_number":"H1133","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974981,"bill_number":"H1263","title":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974982,"bill_number":"H394","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974984,"bill_number":"H811","title":"Relative to shared parenting","description":"Relative to shared parenting in cases of divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974985,"bill_number":"H531","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974986,"bill_number":"H749","title":"Relative to felonious assault and battery of a police officer","description":"Relative to felonious assault and battery of a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974987,"bill_number":"H914","title":"Creating the office of senior justice in the judicial branch","description":"Relative to creating the office of senior justice in the judicial branch. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H914/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H914","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974988,"bill_number":"H428","title":"Relative to underground storage tanks","description":"Relative to underground storage tank financial reimbursement for damages caused by negligent releases. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974989,"bill_number":"H808","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":974990,"bill_number":"H493","title":"To require notice of auto insurance changes and insurance coverage","description":"Relative to notices required for motor vehicle insurance premium and coverage changes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975010,"bill_number":"H1414","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975011,"bill_number":"H1351","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975013,"bill_number":"H1401","title":"Relative to treating veterans equally under the pension laws","description":"For legislation to provide credit for public employee retirement purposes for certain active duty in the armed services of the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975014,"bill_number":"H1429","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975016,"bill_number":"H1459","title":"Providing the next of kin of a police officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty with the flags of the Commonwealth and the United States","description":"Relative to providing the next of kin of a police officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty with the flags of the Commonwealth and the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975018,"bill_number":"H1349","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975019,"bill_number":"H1395","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975020,"bill_number":"H1452","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975023,"bill_number":"H1460","title":"Relative to Mass Port police officers","description":"By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition of Timothy R. Whelan and others that certain employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority be included in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975024,"bill_number":"H1412","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Richard Drury","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington (by request), a petition of Richard Drury that the Franklin regional retirement board be authorized to grant Richard Drury five years of creditable service for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1412","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":975028,"bill_number":"H1398","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975029,"bill_number":"H1373","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975035,"bill_number":"H1439","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975036,"bill_number":"H347","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975039,"bill_number":"H1392","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975040,"bill_number":"H1436","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975042,"bill_number":"H1426","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975044,"bill_number":"H1413","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975046,"bill_number":"H1440","title":"Relative to group insurance costs","description":"Relative to group insurance costs. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975047,"bill_number":"H1416","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975050,"bill_number":"H1387","title":"Relative to retirement plans","description":"Relative to employee retirement choices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975053,"bill_number":"H511","title":"Relative to automobile insurance premiums","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975055,"bill_number":"H1396","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975059,"bill_number":"H1391","title":"Relative to state pensions","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain transit authority employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975061,"bill_number":"H1445","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975062,"bill_number":"H1442","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975066,"bill_number":"H1428","title":"To report retiree post earnings consistent with MGL 32 section 91","description":"Relative to the reporting of the days or hours worked by certain retired employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975068,"bill_number":"H1420","title":"Relative to legislative intern stipends","description":"Relative to providing stipends for legislative interns. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975069,"bill_number":"H1406","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975071,"bill_number":"H1433","title":"Relative to the position of director of public works in the town of West Boylston","description":"Relative to the position of director of public works in the town of West Boylston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975073,"bill_number":"H1443","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975078,"bill_number":"H1457","title":"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975079,"bill_number":"H1438","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975080,"bill_number":"H1385","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975082,"bill_number":"H1455","title":"Relative to Parkinson's disease disability and death in firefighters","description":"Relative to Parkinson's disease disability and death of certain firefighters and other public safety officers in the contributory retirement plan for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975090,"bill_number":"H1453","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975091,"bill_number":"H1378","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975092,"bill_number":"H1399","title":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers","description":"Relative to cancer presumption for police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975095,"bill_number":"H1410","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975097,"bill_number":"H1419","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":"2017-03-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975099,"bill_number":"H1449","title":"Relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunicators","description":"For legislation to include certain certified emergency telecommunicators in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1479","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975102,"bill_number":"H1352","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4259","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975103,"bill_number":"H1427","title":"Relative to credible service for VISTA volunteers","description":"Relative to providing credible service for retirement purposes for VISTA volunteers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975106,"bill_number":"H1434","title":"Relative to public higher education collective labor contracts","description":"Relative to public higher education collective bargaining agreement labor contracts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975107,"bill_number":"H1408","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. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975110,"bill_number":"H1375","title":"Relative to defining certain disabilities","description":"Relative to the disability retirement law for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975114,"bill_number":"H1374","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975116,"bill_number":"H1407","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Kevin Wilder","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka, James E. Timilty and Brian M. Ashe that the State Board of Retirement provide a certain pension allowance to Cynthia Smith Wilder, the surviving spouse of Kevin Wilder. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975117,"bill_number":"H1403","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Michael T. Bondarek","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Michael T. Bondarek. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1403","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":975119,"bill_number":"H882","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975121,"bill_number":"H1421","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975122,"bill_number":"H1390","title":"Relative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts","description":"Relative to the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-30","last_action":"Chapter 160 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975130,"bill_number":"H1422","title":"Relative to retirees of the department of corrections","description":"Relative to retirees of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975132,"bill_number":"H1423","title":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","description":"For legislation to provide credit for public employee retirement purposes to certain employees who served in the armed forces of the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975133,"bill_number":"H1418","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975135,"bill_number":"H1451","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 state police officers killed in the line of duty with a flag during memorial services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975136,"bill_number":"H1371","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975141,"bill_number":"H1409","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Acushnet to eliminate the residency requirement for town administrator","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Acushnet to eliminate the residency requirement for town administrator. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1409","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":975146,"bill_number":"H1404","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1404","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":975153,"bill_number":"H1417","title":"Providing fair and equitable line of duty death benefits for public employees","description":"Relative to line of duty death benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975155,"bill_number":"H1450","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975158,"bill_number":"H1424","title":"Expanding credible service to certain veterans","description":"Relative to expanding credible service in the public employee retirement system for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975159,"bill_number":"H1397","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975161,"bill_number":"H1345","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975162,"bill_number":"H1388","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1388","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975170,"bill_number":"H556","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975172,"bill_number":"H1432","title":"Relative to unused sick-leave time","description":"Relative to payment for unused sick time for certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975173,"bill_number":"H1461","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of John G. Flores","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of John G. Flores, a former employee of the Massachusetts Corporation for Educational Telecommunication. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975177,"bill_number":"H1431","title":"Clarifying call firefighter rights","description":"Relative to including call firefighter in the public employee retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975179,"bill_number":"H1232","title":"Relative to elevator inspections","description":"Relative to elevator inspections by certain private non-profit organizations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1232","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975181,"bill_number":"H1463","title":"Relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation to include police officers of the University of Massachusetts in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975182,"bill_number":"H1393","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975185,"bill_number":"H1402","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of John P. Cummings","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich (by request), a petition of John P. Cummings 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1402","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":975186,"bill_number":"H1444","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975189,"bill_number":"H1405","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975190,"bill_number":"H1454","title":"Supporting public health through a pilot study","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for public employees for the purpose of increasing the living organ donation option. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975195,"bill_number":"H1446","title":"Pertaining to firefighter disability","description":"For legislation to establish the Robert T. Kilduff firefighters cancer network. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975196,"bill_number":"H1448","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975200,"bill_number":"H1384","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975201,"bill_number":"H1430","title":"Providing for equitable armed forces paid leave benefits for public employees","description":"Relative to providing for equitable armed forces paid leave benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975203,"bill_number":"H1383","title":"Exempting the County of Norfolk from the Massachusetts earned sick time law","description":"Relative to exempting the employees of Norfolk County from the Massachusetts earned sick time law, so-called. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975205,"bill_number":"H1400","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975207,"bill_number":"H1435","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975209,"bill_number":"H1441","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975211,"bill_number":"H1350","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975212,"bill_number":"H1425","title":"Relative to judicial pensions","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for judges. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975215,"bill_number":"H1278","title":"Relative to senior gun ownership fees","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975216,"bill_number":"H1437","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975221,"bill_number":"H1386","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975224,"bill_number":"H1456","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975226,"bill_number":"H1394","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975227,"bill_number":"H1462","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975230,"bill_number":"H1415","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975231,"bill_number":"H1411","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975232,"bill_number":"H1348","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975234,"bill_number":"H1464","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Traphagen, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Traphagen, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-04-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975236,"bill_number":"H1346","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975237,"bill_number":"H1458","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-03-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975239,"bill_number":"H1447","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975315,"bill_number":"H1142","title":"Relative to the practice of athletic training","description":"Relative to the practice of athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975317,"bill_number":"H105","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975319,"bill_number":"H1180","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975320,"bill_number":"H498","title":"Relative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates","description":"Relative to flood insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975323,"bill_number":"H286","title":"Relative to licensing group care facilities serving students with special needs","description":"Relative to licensing group care facilities under the control of the Department of Early Education and Care that serve students with special needs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975325,"bill_number":"H740","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975326,"bill_number":"H981","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H981","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975328,"bill_number":"H925","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975329,"bill_number":"H453","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S446","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975405,"bill_number":"H1640","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1551","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975406,"bill_number":"H1518","title":"Relative to certain real estate tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to increase certain real estate tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975407,"bill_number":"H1485","title":"Relative to adopting the new market tax credits program for Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell and others for an investigation by the","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975408,"bill_number":"H1488","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975409,"bill_number":"H1556","title":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines","description":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines for business corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1556","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":975413,"bill_number":"H1532","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975415,"bill_number":"H1534","title":"Regarding state income tax credit for renting unsubsidized properties at below market rents","description":"Relative to state income tax credit for renting unsubsidized properties at below market rents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975417,"bill_number":"H1533","title":"Relative to the property tax deferral program","description":"Relative to the property tax deferral program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975418,"bill_number":"H1731","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975420,"bill_number":"H1470","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975422,"bill_number":"H1613","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":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975423,"bill_number":"H1744","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975424,"bill_number":"H1703","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975425,"bill_number":"H1573","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975428,"bill_number":"H1709","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975430,"bill_number":"H1779","title":"Relative to vegetation management plans for transmission companies and railroads","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Public Utilities to promulgate rules and regulations relative to landscape management by transmission companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1779","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975433,"bill_number":"H1764","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975434,"bill_number":"H1666","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth to acquire certain land in the city of Marlborough","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975435,"bill_number":"H1471","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975436,"bill_number":"H1491","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975438,"bill_number":"H1712","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Food Policy Council","description":"Relative to the membership of the Massachusetts Food Policy Council. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975439,"bill_number":"H1542","title":"Relative to corporate minimum tax exemption","description":"Relative to a corporate minimum tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975441,"bill_number":"H1637","title":"Relative to local aid funding","description":"Relative to local aid funding. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975443,"bill_number":"H1529","title":"Relative to the taxation of unearned income","description":"Relative to the taxation of unearned income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975445,"bill_number":"H1528","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation to dedicate a certain percentage of the sales tax for early education providers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975446,"bill_number":"H1495","title":"Relative to the collection of personal property taxes","description":"Relative to the collection of personal property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975449,"bill_number":"H1596","title":"To spur growth in the local consumer driven retail economy","description":"For legislation to declare a sales tax holiday on August 19, 2017 and August 20, 2017 upon nonbusiness sales at retail of tangible personal property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975450,"bill_number":"H1715","title":"To increase the transparency of the Massachusetts Historical Commission","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Historical Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975451,"bill_number":"H1595","title":"To incent growth in the Commonwealth’s consumer driven retail economy","description":"For legislation to declare a sales tax holiday for the dates of August 18, 2018 and August 19, 2018. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975453,"bill_number":"H1681","title":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission","description":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975456,"bill_number":"H1577","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975458,"bill_number":"H1642","title":"Relative to artistic contributions","description":"Relative to income tax deductions for certain artistic contributions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975459,"bill_number":"H1698","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975461,"bill_number":"H1598","title":"Relative to fee reimbursement","description":"Relative to tax appellate fee reimbursement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975463,"bill_number":"H1723","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975464,"bill_number":"H1737","title":"Relative to reasonable municipal expenses","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and others that the Energy Facilities Siting Board consider requests of municipalities for reimbursement of application expenses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975467,"bill_number":"H1658","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975468,"bill_number":"H1497","title":"Providing tax credits for eligible caregivers","description":"Relative to providing tax credits for certain caregivers, foster care caregivers and legal guardians. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3911","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975469,"bill_number":"H1784","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975470,"bill_number":"H1611","title":"Relative to the corporate excise tax","description":"Relative to the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975471,"bill_number":"H1501","title":"Relative to closing off-shore tax haven loopholes","description":"Relative to closing off-shore tax haven loopholes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975473,"bill_number":"H1644","title":"Allowing a qualifying parcel of real property classified as class one to an exemption","description":"Relative to tax exemptions of certain class one parcels of property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4001","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975475,"bill_number":"H1579","title":"Relative to employer student loan contribution","description":"Relative to employer student loan contribution tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975477,"bill_number":"H1761","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975478,"bill_number":"H1739","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1739","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975481,"bill_number":"H1788","title":"Relative to procurement services for artists","description":"Relative to procurement services for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975482,"bill_number":"H1718","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey to the Gandara Mental Health Center, Inc. certain parcels of land in the city of Springfield","description":"Relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey to the Gandara Mental Health Center, Inc. certain parcels of land in the city of Springfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975485,"bill_number":"H1728","title":"Relating to consumer protections in 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1728","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975487,"bill_number":"H1756","title":"Relative to recycling grants for municipalities and state parks","description":"Relative to abandoned beverage container recycling grants for municipalities and state parks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975488,"bill_number":"H1720","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975489,"bill_number":"H1476","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 and others that certain fraternal organizations be exempt from the tax on the sale of alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975490,"bill_number":"H1645","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3668","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975492,"bill_number":"H1515","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975496,"bill_number":"H1631","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1631/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975497,"bill_number":"H1701","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975498,"bill_number":"H1775","title":"Regarding U.S. manufacture of green energy products","description":"By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition of Aaron Vega and others that certain green energy projects be made exclusively with domestic products. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975499,"bill_number":"H1656","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975500,"bill_number":"H1548","title":"Relative to a 2017 sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to providing sales tax holidays, so-called, on the dates of August 12 and 13, 2017. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975502,"bill_number":"H1765","title":"Relative to the prompt decommissioning of nuclear power stations","description":"Relative to the decommissioning of nuclear power stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975504,"bill_number":"H1505","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4064","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975505,"bill_number":"H1477","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975509,"bill_number":"H1630","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975510,"bill_number":"H1663","title":"Relative to privatization contracts","description":"Relative to the regulation of privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975512,"bill_number":"H1686","title":"Relative to access of business licenses","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975514,"bill_number":"H1486","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975515,"bill_number":"H1633","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975516,"bill_number":"H1668","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975517,"bill_number":"H1752","title":"Regulating of pipelines","description":"Relative to further regulating natural gas pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975519,"bill_number":"H1660","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"Relative to state contracting for cleaning, maintenance or security guard services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975522,"bill_number":"H1706","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts law revision commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts law revision commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975524,"bill_number":"H1783","title":"Establishing a cultural highway","description":"Relative to establishing a cultural highway along state highway Route 62 in the towns of Hudson, Berlin, Clinton, Sterling, Princeton, Stow and Maynard . Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1783/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1783","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975525,"bill_number":"H1690","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975526,"bill_number":"H1610","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975527,"bill_number":"H1754","title":"Redefining natural gas compressor station","description":"Relative to redefining the term natural gas compressor station. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975530,"bill_number":"H1777","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975533,"bill_number":"H1604","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975534,"bill_number":"H1678","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975536,"bill_number":"H1636","title":"Relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation","description":"Relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4066","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975537,"bill_number":"H1590","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975540,"bill_number":"H1639","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975541,"bill_number":"H1617","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975542,"bill_number":"H1599","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975543,"bill_number":"H1554","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975545,"bill_number":"H1714","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1714/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1714","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975547,"bill_number":"H1503","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975549,"bill_number":"H1522","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975550,"bill_number":"H1736","title":"Relative to the Energy Facilities Siting Board","description":"Relative to the Energy Facilities Siting Board. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975552,"bill_number":"H1672","title":"Relative to the Committee for Public Counsel Services","description":"For legislation to prohibit members of the General Court from directly or indirectly receiving or requesting compensation from anyone in relation to Committee for Public Counsel Services duties. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975553,"bill_number":"H1597","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975555,"bill_number":"H1572","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975557,"bill_number":"H1770","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975560,"bill_number":"H1606","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975561,"bill_number":"H1483","title":"To reduce the pension fund liability","description":"Relative to transferring funds to the Commonwealth Stabilization Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975562,"bill_number":"H1646","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975563,"bill_number":"H1569","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975564,"bill_number":"H1502","title":"Relative to excise tax exemption for motor vehicles purchased for the use of a disabled individual","description":"Relative to the excise tax exemption for motor vehicles purchased for the use of a disabled individual. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975568,"bill_number":"H1564","title":"Relative to fairness during the phase-in of condominium development","description":"Relative to the taxation of condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975569,"bill_number":"H1519","title":"To provide an income tax exemption for certain individuals caring for elderly relatives","description":"Relativerelatives at home. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975572,"bill_number":"H1671","title":"Relative to corporate filing requirements","description":"Relative to corporate filing requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975573,"bill_number":"H1508","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975575,"bill_number":"H1506","title":"Relative to taxation","description":"Relative to income tax return options. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975577,"bill_number":"H1729","title":"Relative to hydrokinetic energy","description":"Relative to green energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975578,"bill_number":"H1696","title":"Promoting small business in Massachusetts","description":"By Mrs. O'Connell of Taunton, a petition of Shaunna L. O'Connell and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the first Saturday and Sunday following Thanksgiving day as small business weekend. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975579,"bill_number":"H1634","title":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue","description":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3667","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975581,"bill_number":"H1652","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975582,"bill_number":"H1654","title":"Creating the official shellfish of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation designating the oyster as the official shellfish of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975590,"bill_number":"H1782","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1782","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975591,"bill_number":"H1619","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3664","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975592,"bill_number":"H1585","title":"Promoting education and technology","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry, Richard J. Ross and Bruce E. Tarr for the creation of a sales tax holiday for the month of August of each year for certain nonbusiness sales at retail of mobile electronic devices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975593,"bill_number":"H1643","title":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3911","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975594,"bill_number":"H1719","title":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board","description":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975595,"bill_number":"H1704","title":"To permit enhanced public access to deliberations of public bodies and to permit improved efficiency of public bodies","description":"For legislation to permit enhanced public access to public Internet deliberations of public bodies and to permit improved efficiency of public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975597,"bill_number":"H1545","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3916","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975600,"bill_number":"H1632","title":"Relative to the Thames River Valley","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and Anne M. Gobi 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975602,"bill_number":"H1734","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975603,"bill_number":"H1578","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975604,"bill_number":"H1472","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975606,"bill_number":"H1688","title":"Promoting transparency in public bidding","description":"Relative to promoting transparency in public bidding. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975607,"bill_number":"H1550","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1604","last_action_date":"2017-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975609,"bill_number":"H1587","title":"Relative to trees","description":"Relative to taxation on sales of living trees used in commercial and residential landscapes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975610,"bill_number":"H1707","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975611,"bill_number":"H1768","title":"Further regulating cable television systems","description":"Relative to payments for cable services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975612,"bill_number":"H1687","title":"Relative to social gatherings of elected officials","description":"For legislation to allow for certain social gatherings of elected officials under the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975618,"bill_number":"H1778","title":"Relative to underground infrastructure","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Public Utilities to promulgate rules and regulations relative to the development of underground utility infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975620,"bill_number":"H1750","title":"To allow equal access solar net metering projects","description":"For legislation to allow equal access to solar net metering projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975621,"bill_number":"H1760","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975622,"bill_number":"H1679","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975623,"bill_number":"H1726","title":"To promote green infrastructure, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create jobs","description":"Relative to the establishment of certain funds for the promotion of green infrastructure, so-called, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975625,"bill_number":"H1789","title":"To authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield","description":"For legislation to authorize the acquisition of land for the development and construction of an underground railroad and a civil rights and black heritage museum in the city of Springfield. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975629,"bill_number":"H1624","title":"Relative to providing a tax credit for employee training","description":"Relative to providing a tax credit for manufacturing employees training. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975630,"bill_number":"H1735","title":"To increase courthouse energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to increase energy efficiency of courthouses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975631,"bill_number":"H1480","title":"Promoting student loan repayment","description":"Relative to providing for certain student loan repayment income tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4214","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1480","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975632,"bill_number":"H1732","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975634,"bill_number":"H1753","title":"Regulating the location of pipelines","description":"By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition of Steven S. Howitt and others regulating the location of fossil fuel transmission pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975635,"bill_number":"H1625","title":"Relative to the taxation of public land used for commercial purposes on Massachusetts Port Authority property","description":"Relative to the taxation of public land used for commercial use on Massachusetts Port Authority property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1625","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975636,"bill_number":"H1683","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975637,"bill_number":"H1708","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975641,"bill_number":"H1763","title":"Creating a green bank to promote clean energy in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote clean energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975642,"bill_number":"H1694","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975645,"bill_number":"H1742","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975646,"bill_number":"H1648","title":"Enhancing public awareness of tax and fee increases","description":"For legislation to require the committees on Ways and Means of both branches of the General Court to conduct certain hearings on measures that would increase or expand any new or existing taxes or fees. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975647,"bill_number":"H1747","title":"To increase renewable energy","description":"Relative to providing for annual increases in provision of Class I renewable energy generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4575","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975648,"bill_number":"H1692","title":"Declaring the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day","description":"By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli and Shaunna L. O'Connell for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor designating the third Saturday of October as Massachusetts minutemen and militia day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1691","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975650,"bill_number":"H1649","title":"Relative to the health and safety on public construction projects","description":"Relative to the health and safety on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975652,"bill_number":"H1713","title":"Designating shaken baby syndrome awareness week","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak and others 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975654,"bill_number":"H1561","title":"To reduce childhood obesity","description":"For legislation to create a program to reduce childhood obesity by assessing a tax on soft drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1561","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975655,"bill_number":"H1628","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1628","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975656,"bill_number":"H1608","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975658,"bill_number":"H1594","title":"Amending the sales and use tax exemption for clothing","description":"Relative to the sales and use tax exemption for clothing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975661,"bill_number":"H1523","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975663,"bill_number":"H1682","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975664,"bill_number":"H1655","title":"Regarding Huntington's Disease awareness month","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting aside the month of May as Huntington’s Disease awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975665,"bill_number":"H1722","title":"Relative to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards","description":"Relative to local option approval of building code amendments. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4053","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975668,"bill_number":"H1568","title":"Relative to tax relief for low-income seniors","description":"For legislation to provide an exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax for certain persons 65 years of age or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975669,"bill_number":"H1724","title":"Relative to energy efficiency","description":"Relative to promoting energy efficiency investment plans that result in customers switching to different heating fuels. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4749","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975671,"bill_number":"H1466","title":"Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975673,"bill_number":"H1507","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975674,"bill_number":"H1469","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3999","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975675,"bill_number":"H1758","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975676,"bill_number":"H1489","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975683,"bill_number":"H1603","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3912","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975684,"bill_number":"H1670","title":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects","description":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975685,"bill_number":"H1748","title":"Relative to energy efficiency","description":"Relative to the establishment of an energy efficiency pilot program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1748","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975686,"bill_number":"H1600","title":"Exempting inventory from taxation","description":"For legislation to exempt certain inventory from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975687,"bill_number":"H1540","title":"Relative to promoting energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote energy efficiency by exempting certain equipment from the sales tax and exempting certain public construction projects from labor laws. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975688,"bill_number":"H1738","title":"Relative to energy score at point of audit","description":"Relative to the use of residential energy audits by certain homeowners. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975692,"bill_number":"H1733","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975693,"bill_number":"H1689","title":"Relative to municipal lease negotiations","description":"Relative to municipal lease negotiations of the town of Dedham with the Department of Capital and Asset Management and Maintenance on behalf of the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975696,"bill_number":"H1626","title":"Relative to lead abatement","description":"Relative to the tax credit for the containment or abatement of lead paint and further protecting children from lead paint contamination. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1184","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975697,"bill_number":"H1693","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975698,"bill_number":"H1565","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1565/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975700,"bill_number":"H1499","title":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","description":"Relative to deeds excise receipts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4000","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975701,"bill_number":"H1498","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3664","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975704,"bill_number":"H1493","title":"To ensure fairness through the economic development tax increment financing program","description":"Relative to the tax increment financing program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975706,"bill_number":"H1555","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975707,"bill_number":"H1665","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975709,"bill_number":"H1699","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975711,"bill_number":"H1541","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3663","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975713,"bill_number":"H1582","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"Relative to establishing a college tuition income tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975714,"bill_number":"H1531","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975715,"bill_number":"H1588","title":"Promoting Massachusetts film production","description":"Relative to motion pictures filmed in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975716,"bill_number":"H1494","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975718,"bill_number":"H1586","title":"Relative to school supplies for teachers","description":"Relative to taxation of school supplies purchased by certain educators. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975720,"bill_number":"H1667","title":"Designating Dysautonomia & POTS Awareness Month","description":"By Mrs. Haddad of Somerset, a petition of Patricia A. Haddad and others for the issuance by the Governor of an annual proclamation setting apart the month of October as Dysautonomia and POTS awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975724,"bill_number":"H1673","title":"Relative to CPCS reimbursement","description":"For legislation to prohibit members of the General Court from directly or indirectly receiving or requesting compensation from anyone in relation to Committee for Public Counsel Services duties. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975725,"bill_number":"H1601","title":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines","description":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines for business corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1601","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975726,"bill_number":"H1605","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975728,"bill_number":"H1473","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975729,"bill_number":"H1465","title":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land","description":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3856","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975730,"bill_number":"H1621","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975731,"bill_number":"H1615","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3663","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975732,"bill_number":"H1727","title":"Relative to municipal compensation","description":"Relative to host communities in the Commonwealth receiving a percentage of the fines awarded when a power plant is required to pay fines to a state agency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975736,"bill_number":"H1647","title":"Creating a legislative budget office","description":"Relative to establishing a joint legislative budget office within the General Court. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975738,"bill_number":"H1521","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975739,"bill_number":"H1553","title":"Relative to corporate tax amnesty","description":"Relative to the establishment of a tax amnesty program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975740,"bill_number":"H1717","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975741,"bill_number":"H1730","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975743,"bill_number":"H1511","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975748,"bill_number":"H1749","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975750,"bill_number":"H1785","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975751,"bill_number":"H1659","title":"Allowing the rejection of sub-bids","description":"For legislation to allow the rejection of contract sub-bids. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975752,"bill_number":"H1496","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1496","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":975754,"bill_number":"H1583","title":"Establishing a tax deduction for donations to public colleges and universities","description":"Relative to establishing a tax deduction for donations to public colleges and universities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975755,"bill_number":"H1566","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1536","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975757,"bill_number":"H1743","title":"Relative to call location information","description":"Relative to the disclosure of call location information to law enforcement agencies by telephone companies or wireless carriers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4679","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1743/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975758,"bill_number":"H1766","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1766/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1766","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975759,"bill_number":"H1563","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975761,"bill_number":"H1787","title":"Establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists","description":"Relative to establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975762,"bill_number":"H1623","title":"Relative to commuter transit benefits","description":"Relative to commuter transit tax benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975766,"bill_number":"H1538","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1538","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975767,"bill_number":"H1537","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1536","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975768,"bill_number":"H1622","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975769,"bill_number":"H1560","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975770,"bill_number":"H1691","title":"Declaring the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day","description":"By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli and Timothy R. Whelan for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the third Saturday in October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975778,"bill_number":"H1530","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975779,"bill_number":"H1536","title":"Relative to low-income housing tax credits","description":"Relative to low-income housing tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975780,"bill_number":"H1702","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975781,"bill_number":"H1769","title":"Prohibiting electric customer support for gas pipeline expansion","description":"Relative to prohibiting electric customer support for gas pipeline expansions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975783,"bill_number":"H1641","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975784,"bill_number":"H1514","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975786,"bill_number":"H1524","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4001","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975788,"bill_number":"H1662","title":"Relative to the procurement of public works","description":"Relative to project labor agreements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975789,"bill_number":"H1751","title":"Codifying the electric vehicle consumer rebate program","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill that the Commissioner of the Department of Energy Resources establish a program providing rebates to consumers who purchase or lease qualifying plug-in electric vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975791,"bill_number":"H1711","title":"Making amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate business corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975793,"bill_number":"H1620","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975795,"bill_number":"H1745","title":"For community empowerment","description":"Relative to participation of customers in community empowerment contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975798,"bill_number":"H1746","title":"To advance energy storage","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Energy Resources to establish certain statewide energy storage deployment targets. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975799,"bill_number":"H1549","title":"Relative to a 2018 sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to providing sales tax holidays, so-called, on the dates of August 11 and 12, 2018. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975800,"bill_number":"H1695","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975801,"bill_number":"H1684","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975804,"bill_number":"H1776","title":"Establishing a liberty bell feasibility study","description":"Relative to establishing a liberty bell replica relocation feasibility fund study. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975806,"bill_number":"H1589","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975808,"bill_number":"H1661","title":"Reducing filing fees for single member LLCs","description":"Relative to filing fees for limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975809,"bill_number":"H1584","title":"Relative to DOR audits on senior citizens","description":"For legislation to prohibit the conducting of tax audits or compliance activity regarding certain taxpayers 80 years of age or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975810,"bill_number":"H1539","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975812,"bill_number":"H1740","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975814,"bill_number":"H1479","title":"Relative to taxpayers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales tax and limit the compensation of certain public employees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975816,"bill_number":"H1558","title":"To promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers","description":"Relative to the collection and administration of all taxes imposed on remote sellers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3666","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975818,"bill_number":"H1685","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in state contracts","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4589","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975819,"bill_number":"H1487","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3906","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975820,"bill_number":"H1490","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975822,"bill_number":"H1762","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975824,"bill_number":"H1482","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3665","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975825,"bill_number":"H1741","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975826,"bill_number":"H1651","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975828,"bill_number":"H1592","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975831,"bill_number":"H1527","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 Kay Khan that tobacco tax revenues be used to reduce tobacco use. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975833,"bill_number":"H1767","title":"Regarding Chapter 30A","description":"Relative to adjudicatory proceedings involving gas and electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975835,"bill_number":"H1773","title":"Relative to wireless transmissions from motor vehicles","description":"Relative to wireless transmissions to and from motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975836,"bill_number":"H1504","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3852","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975837,"bill_number":"H1629","title":"Updating the Massachusetts historic rehabilitation tax credit","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts historic rehabilitation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3858","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975839,"bill_number":"H1591","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975841,"bill_number":"H1616","title":"Improving the tax administrative laws of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the tax administrative laws of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975844,"bill_number":"H1664","title":"Relative to timely public payments for work not included in original construction contracts","description":"Relative to timely payments for work not included in public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975845,"bill_number":"H1705","title":"Relative to preference for products or services manufactured or produced in the United States","description":"By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition of Jeffrey N. Roy and others 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975846,"bill_number":"H1627","title":"To amend the Brownfields tax credit","description":"Relative to the Brownfields tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3851","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975847,"bill_number":"H1509","title":"Establishing a child care tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a credit for child care service expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975849,"bill_number":"H1520","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975851,"bill_number":"H1512","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975852,"bill_number":"H1468","title":"Relative to the sales tax of candy and soda","description":"Relative to the sales tax of candy and soda. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4062","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975855,"bill_number":"H1478","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3664","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975857,"bill_number":"H1567","title":"Eliminating the corporate minimum tax","description":"For legislation to eliminate the corporate minimum tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975859,"bill_number":"H1467","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975861,"bill_number":"H1612","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975862,"bill_number":"H1574","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975863,"bill_number":"H1635","title":"Relative to conservation restrictions","description":"Relative to taxation for certain land subject to conservation restrictions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975864,"bill_number":"H1516","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975865,"bill_number":"H1552","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the reduction of certain sales and use taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975866,"bill_number":"H1607","title":"Relative to excise tax exemptions","description":"Relative to excise tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975870,"bill_number":"H1757","title":"Relative to renewable energy certificates","description":"Relative to renewable energy certificates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975872,"bill_number":"H1484","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975873,"bill_number":"H1609","title":"Relative to interest on abatements","description":"Relative to the interest paid to taxpayers on tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975874,"bill_number":"H1525","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975875,"bill_number":"H1575","title":"Relative to assessing administration","description":"Relative to real estate tax assessment administration. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975879,"bill_number":"H1653","title":"Designating the month of October as adopt a shelter dog month","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and others for the issuance by the Governor of an annual proclamation setting apart the month of October as adopt a shelter dog awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975880,"bill_number":"H1581","title":"Ensuring consistent reimbursement of PILOT funding","description":"For legislation to ensure that state payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) to cities and towns not be less than the previous fiscal year. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975883,"bill_number":"H1517","title":"Relative to the mailing of property tax bills","description":"Relative to the dates established for the mailing of property tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975884,"bill_number":"H1759","title":"Relative to a Massachusetts broadband competitive marketplace study","description":"Relative to the promotion of a Massachusetts broadband competitive marketplace. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975885,"bill_number":"H1544","title":"Relative to a permanent sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to establish an annual sales tax holiday. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975888,"bill_number":"H1526","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975890,"bill_number":"H1657","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Lanesborough for the reconstruction of the Narragansett Avenue bridge over Lake Pontoosuc","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements in the town of Lanesborough for the purposes of reconstructing a bridge on Narragansett Avenue over Lake Pontoosuc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3767","last_action_date":"2017-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975891,"bill_number":"H1547","title":"Relative to the taxpayers' bill of rights","description":"Relative to limitations on expenditures and revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975892,"bill_number":"H1781","title":"Relative to the creation of a women's rights history trail","description":"Relative to the creation of a women's rights history trail throughout the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975893,"bill_number":"H1680","title":"To eliminate unnecessary laws","description":"By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition of Jay R. Kaufman and James R. Miceli for the establishment of a commission (including members of the General Court) entitled the legislative sunset advisory commission to review the General Laws of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975894,"bill_number":"H1475","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975897,"bill_number":"H1602","title":"Enhancing the volunteer service tax reduction for veterans","description":"Relative to enhancing the volunteer service tax reduction for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975898,"bill_number":"H1546","title":"Relative to the earned income tax credit","description":"Relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3852","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975900,"bill_number":"H1535","title":"Providing tax relief for rent-burdened individuals and families","description":"Relative to the tax deduction for rental payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3857","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975901,"bill_number":"H1716","title":"Designating the month of May as seatbelt awareness month","description":"For legislation to designate the month of June as seatbelt awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975903,"bill_number":"H1710","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975905,"bill_number":"H1562","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3858","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1562","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975908,"bill_number":"H1638","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975910,"bill_number":"H1780","title":"To ensure safe maintenance of utility poles and wires","description":"For legislation to ensure safe maintenance of utility poles and wires. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1780","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975911,"bill_number":"H1513","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975912,"bill_number":"H1697","title":"Establishing the first week in August as ice bucket challenge week","description":"By Representative Parisella of Beverly and Senator Lovely, a joint petition of Jerald A. Parisella, Joan B. Lovely and others for the annual issuance by the Governor of a proclamation setting apart first week in August as ice bucket challenge week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975914,"bill_number":"H1700","title":"Relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975916,"bill_number":"H1576","title":"To exempt municipalities from the gas tax","description":"For legislation to exempt municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975917,"bill_number":"H1650","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975920,"bill_number":"H1492","title":"Relative to fuel cell technology","description":"Relative to the fuel cell technology tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3907","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975922,"bill_number":"H1677","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975923,"bill_number":"H1772","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975925,"bill_number":"H1543","title":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax","description":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975926,"bill_number":"H1771","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975927,"bill_number":"H1721","title":"Relative to the state building code","description":"Relative to local option approval of building code amendments. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975928,"bill_number":"H1551","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975930,"bill_number":"H1570","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975933,"bill_number":"H1786","title":"Relative to resale royalties for artists","description":"Relative to resale royalties for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975936,"bill_number":"H1755","title":"Establishing multimunicipal aggregator governing boards","description":"Relative to multimunicipal aggregator governing boards purchasing combined electrical loads. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975937,"bill_number":"H1559","title":"Establishing a 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975938,"bill_number":"H1614","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1604","last_action_date":"2017-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975939,"bill_number":"H1669","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975941,"bill_number":"H1676","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975943,"bill_number":"H1580","title":"To abolish the death tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975944,"bill_number":"H1674","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975945,"bill_number":"H1675","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975948,"bill_number":"H1774","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975949,"bill_number":"H1593","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise taxes","description":"Relative to providing for an exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax for certain armed forces medal recipients. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1593","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":975953,"bill_number":"H1618","title":"Relative to income tax rates","description":"Relative to reducing the income tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975954,"bill_number":"H1474","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975955,"bill_number":"H1725","title":"Relative to local energy investment and infrastructure modernization","description":"Relative to local energy investment and infrastructure modernization. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975956,"bill_number":"H1500","title":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975957,"bill_number":"H1571","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975973,"bill_number":"H1891","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and Timothy R. Whelan that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1891","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975974,"bill_number":"H1881","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975975,"bill_number":"H1932","title":"Relative to military service","description":"Relative to the definition of the word “veteran”. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1932/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975976,"bill_number":"H1815","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975978,"bill_number":"H1920","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4376","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975979,"bill_number":"H1859","title":"Increasing the penalty for tailgating emergency vehicles","description":"Relative to increasing the penalty for tailgating emergency vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4344","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975980,"bill_number":"H1902","title":"Relative to license plate readers","description":"Relative to license plate readers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975981,"bill_number":"H1803","title":"Relative to counterfeit airbag prohibition","description":"For legislation to prohibit counterfeit airbags. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4051","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1803","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975983,"bill_number":"H1850","title":"Relative to temporary dealer plates","description":"Relative to temporary motor vehicle dealer license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4342","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1850/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1850","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975985,"bill_number":"H1941","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975986,"bill_number":"H1796","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975989,"bill_number":"H1852","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975990,"bill_number":"H1806","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975991,"bill_number":"H1896","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975995,"bill_number":"H1898","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1898","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975997,"bill_number":"H1863","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":975999,"bill_number":"H1838","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976000,"bill_number":"H1938","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976004,"bill_number":"H1939","title":"Accelerating state repayments to municipalities for veterans’ benefits","description":"Relative to the acceleration of state repayments to municipalities for veterans benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976005,"bill_number":"H1947","title":"Extending veterans status for the National Guard and reserves","description":"By Mr. Whelan of Brewster, a petition of Timothy R. Whelan and others extending veterans status for the certain former members of the National Guard and reserves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976006,"bill_number":"H1917","title":"Relative to motorcycle safety with malfunctioning traffic signals not detecting motorcycles","description":"Relative to procedures for motorcyclists at traffic-control signals utilizing vehicle detection devices that are operative due to the size of the motorcycle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1917","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":976012,"bill_number":"H1911","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1911","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":976015,"bill_number":"H1937","title":"Establishing a commission to study veterans transportation issues","description":"Relative to veterans transportation issues. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976020,"bill_number":"H1935","title":"Relative to parking at certain airports for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to parking at certain airports for disabled veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976022,"bill_number":"H1800","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976024,"bill_number":"H1930","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976025,"bill_number":"H1876","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1876","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":976026,"bill_number":"H1869","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1869/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976029,"bill_number":"H1919","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976031,"bill_number":"H1877","title":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","description":"For legislation to require medical examinations for certain school bus drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3936","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976032,"bill_number":"H1827","title":"Relative to beneficiary designation on motor vehicle registration","description":"Relative to beneficiary designation on motor vehicle registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976034,"bill_number":"H1824","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976038,"bill_number":"H1810","title":"Establishing time limits for the idling of stopped locomotives","description":"Relative to establishing time limits for the idling of stopped locomotives. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1810","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976039,"bill_number":"H1915","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976040,"bill_number":"H1933","title":"Providing tax relief for veterans","description":"Relative to the publishing of the names of veterans on certain municipal tax lists. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1933/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976041,"bill_number":"H1828","title":"To explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation","description":"By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield and Senator Lewis, a joint petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier, Jason M. Lewis and others for the establishment of a vehicle mileage user fee task force (including members of the General Court) to guide the development and evaluation of a pilot program to assess the potential for mileage-based revenue collection and other related matters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1828","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976043,"bill_number":"H1851","title":"Relating to road building equipment classifications","description":"Relative to road building equipment classifications. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976047,"bill_number":"H1867","title":"Relative to public memorials","description":"For legislation to establish a public memorial program to raise public awareness of driving fatalities and homicides on public roadways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976048,"bill_number":"H1903","title":"To improve recycling along our state highways","description":"For legislation to provide expenditures from the Transportation Trust Fund to promote recycling along state highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976050,"bill_number":"H1886","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976051,"bill_number":"H1848","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation to prohibited the wearing of headphones while operating a bicycle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976054,"bill_number":"H1807","title":"Allowing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1807","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976055,"bill_number":"H1870","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976058,"bill_number":"H1885","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976060,"bill_number":"H1871","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4100","last_action_date":"2017-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976061,"bill_number":"H1908","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976062,"bill_number":"H1857","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1857","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":976064,"bill_number":"H1888","title":"To further regulate motorcycle exhaust sound levels","description":"For legislation to further regulate motorcycle sound levels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976065,"bill_number":"H1842","title":"To regulate license plate tracking","description":"Relative to license plate tracking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1902","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976066,"bill_number":"H1826","title":"Relative to the use of sirens by volunteer EMTs","description":"Relative to the use of sirens by volunteer emergency medical technicians. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976075,"bill_number":"H1795","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976076,"bill_number":"H1862","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976077,"bill_number":"H1924","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976079,"bill_number":"H1926","title":"For a United States constitutional amendment and amendments convention","description":"By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine L. Gentile 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976080,"bill_number":"H1940","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976082,"bill_number":"H1835","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976083,"bill_number":"H1949","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976084,"bill_number":"H1948","title":"Allowing any town or city to designate a check-off box on it's municipal tax bills or motor vehicle excise tax bills to donate or pledge an amount of money","description":"For legislation to allow a check-off box on municipal tax bills or motor vehicle excise tax bills for donations to municipal veterans memorial and patriotic celebration funds. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4019","last_action_date":"2017-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976086,"bill_number":"H1821","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976088,"bill_number":"H1899","title":"Relative to a license plate replacement program","description":"Relative to a license plate replacement program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1899","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976089,"bill_number":"H1808","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976093,"bill_number":"H1790","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"Relative to temporary motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4342","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976094,"bill_number":"H1845","title":"Relative to motorcycle safety","description":"Relative to motorcycle awareness instruction. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1845/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976096,"bill_number":"H1907","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1907/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976099,"bill_number":"H1793","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1793","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976100,"bill_number":"H1812","title":"Establishing a medical delay for the payment of civil motor vehicle fines and municipal parking tickets for persons suffering from a serious illness","description":"Relative to medical delays for the payment of civil motor vehicle fines and municipal parking tickets for persons suffering from a serious illness. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1812","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":976101,"bill_number":"H1894","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1894","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":976106,"bill_number":"H1880","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976107,"bill_number":"H1825","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976109,"bill_number":"H1820","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4388","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976110,"bill_number":"H1913","title":"Relative to oil spills on public ways","description":"Relative to civil penalties for oil spills on public ways by commercial motor vehicles or trailers used to deliver gasoline, oil or other flammable materials. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976112,"bill_number":"H1794","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 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976113,"bill_number":"H1943","title":"Updating veterans’ burial expenses","description":"Relative to burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976114,"bill_number":"H1809","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976115,"bill_number":"H1818","title":"Relative to license plates","description":"Relative to the display of motor vehicle or trailer license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4387","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976117,"bill_number":"H1934","title":"Protecting veterans' finances","description":"Relative to sureties on probate bonds on estates or income paid or payable by or through the United States veterans' bureau. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976126,"bill_number":"H1799","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1799","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976128,"bill_number":"H1861","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976129,"bill_number":"H1874","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976130,"bill_number":"H1844","title":"Relative to license plates for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to license plates for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976131,"bill_number":"H1878","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976133,"bill_number":"H1923","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976134,"bill_number":"H1814","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976135,"bill_number":"H1873","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976137,"bill_number":"H1856","title":"Relative to implementing the Massachusetts yellow dot program","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Secretary of Transportation promulgate rules and regulations to implement and promote a yellow dot program designed to alert first responders to certain motor vehicle accidents. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1856","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976141,"bill_number":"H1813","title":"Relative to public safety in excavation","description":"Relative to certain excavations of public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4420","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976142,"bill_number":"H1945","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976143,"bill_number":"H1849","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976144,"bill_number":"H1836","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976148,"bill_number":"H1901","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to retirement benefits provided to Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority employees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976149,"bill_number":"H1892","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3660","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1892","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976150,"bill_number":"H1931","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976154,"bill_number":"H1839","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1839/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1839","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976156,"bill_number":"H1837","title":"Relative to naming a state-owned bridge in the town of Amherst after Ellen Story","description":"Relative to designating a state-owned bridge on Montague Road spanning the Mill River in the town of Amherst as the State Representative Ellen Story bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976157,"bill_number":"H1950","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4374","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976159,"bill_number":"H1831","title":"Relative to motorcycle inspections","description":"Relative to motorcycle safety inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1831/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1831","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976160,"bill_number":"H1904","title":"Relative to the transportation of swimming pools","description":"Relative to the transportation of swimming pools. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1904","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976161,"bill_number":"H1854","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"Relative to promoting pedestrian safety by the wearing of reflective material or possession of luminescent devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976162,"bill_number":"H1936","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976164,"bill_number":"H1834","title":"To prevent jaywalking","description":"For legislation to establish local option jaywalking law. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4226","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976166,"bill_number":"H1893","title":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","description":"Relative to supplemental infrastructure financing for transportation . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1893/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1893","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976167,"bill_number":"H1928","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976168,"bill_number":"H1905","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1905/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1905","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976176,"bill_number":"H1817","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976177,"bill_number":"H1804","title":"Establishing the George Washington memorial highway","description":"For legislation to designate portions of certain routes in the town of Agawam and on the Connecticut border as the George Washington memorial highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976178,"bill_number":"H1944","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976180,"bill_number":"H1942","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1942","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976181,"bill_number":"H1843","title":"To promote transportation demand management","description":"Relative to transportation management of certain developments. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1843/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1843","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976183,"bill_number":"H1925","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976184,"bill_number":"H1865","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976186,"bill_number":"H1832","title":"Requiring license plates for bicycles","description":"For legislation to require license plates for bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976188,"bill_number":"H1830","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976189,"bill_number":"H1860","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976191,"bill_number":"H1792","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1792","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976193,"bill_number":"H1846","title":"Relative to updating Massachusetts driver education","description":"Relative to motorcycle rider education curriculum. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976194,"bill_number":"H1916","title":"Establishing the Blue Star Family license plate","description":"Relative to establishing the Blue Star Family license plate in honor of police officers killed in the line of duty. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976198,"bill_number":"H1884","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"Relative to the used vehicle record book. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1982","last_action_date":"2017-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976200,"bill_number":"H1897","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976201,"bill_number":"H1918","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976202,"bill_number":"H1858","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976206,"bill_number":"H1801","title":"Regulating parasailing","description":"For legislation to regulate parasailing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976207,"bill_number":"H1929","title":"Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976208,"bill_number":"H1909","title":"Relative to civil fine enforcement","description":"Relative to the suspension or revocation of a license or registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976209,"bill_number":"H1802","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1802","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976213,"bill_number":"H1900","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976214,"bill_number":"H1841","title":"Designating a portion of Route 3 as the Middlesex 3 highway","description":"For legislation to designate certain portion of state highway Route 3 as the Middlesex 3 highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3782","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1841/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976215,"bill_number":"H1833","title":"Establishing a pilot program allowing for in-person payment of daily parking fees at certain commuter rail stations operated by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to establishing a pilot program for the payment of parking fees at certain commuter rail stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976216,"bill_number":"H1819","title":"To increase safety on public ways","description":"Relative to the towing of motor vehicles under operation by incapacitated persons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976217,"bill_number":"H1879","title":"Regulating rental car companies","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier, Susan Williams Gifford and Mathew Muratore 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976222,"bill_number":"H1855","title":"Relative to bridge maintenance transparency and accountability","description":"Relative to bridge maintenance. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976225,"bill_number":"H1927","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976227,"bill_number":"H1889","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976228,"bill_number":"H1853","title":"Relative to high-occupancy vehicle lanes","description":"Relative to vehicles allowed to use high-occupancy vehicle lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1853","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976229,"bill_number":"H1816","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1816","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976230,"bill_number":"H1797","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1797","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976232,"bill_number":"H1883","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976233,"bill_number":"H1922","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 Tackey Chan 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question on adoption","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976234,"bill_number":"H1866","title":"Establishing an emergency responder yellow dot program","description":"By Mr. McKenna of Webster, a petition of Joseph D. McKenna and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to establish an emergency responder yellow dot program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1856","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976238,"bill_number":"H1805","title":"Relative to antique boats, automobiles and motorcycles","description":"Relative to antique boats, automobiles and motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1805","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976239,"bill_number":"H1822","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976241,"bill_number":"H1798","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976242,"bill_number":"H1840","title":"To establish driver education and training reform","description":"For legislation to establish driver education and training reform. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976243,"bill_number":"H1921","title":"Relative to exempting Gold Star annuity payments","description":"For legislation to exempt Gold Star annuity payments issued by the Commonwealth from being declared as income. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976249,"bill_number":"H1882","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3660","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976251,"bill_number":"H1811","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976253,"bill_number":"H1823","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976254,"bill_number":"H1910","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976256,"bill_number":"H1906","title":"Removing tolls the tolls for residents of the Commonwealth in the western part of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to removing Massachusetts Turnpike tolls in the western part of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976257,"bill_number":"H1887","title":"Relative to responsible drivers","description":"For legislation to require driver's education instruction in defensive driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976258,"bill_number":"H1946","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976259,"bill_number":"H1847","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1847/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1847","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976261,"bill_number":"H1875","title":"Establishing a study to modernize road repair","description":"Relative to requiring the Department of Transportation to conduct a study on road repair. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1875/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1875","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976262,"bill_number":"H1914","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1914/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1914","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976263,"bill_number":"H1890","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1890","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976271,"bill_number":"H1829","title":"To promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles into the transportation system of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicle access to the public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976397,"bill_number":"H1864","title":"Relative to surchargeable incidents","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and Carlos Gonzalez 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976577,"bill_number":"H1868","title":"Promoting personal access of driving records","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to make driving records available online for informational purposes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1868","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976588,"bill_number":"H1557","title":"To broaden eligibility for relief from disproportionate property tax burdens","description":"Relative to eligibility for income tax credits for certain disproportionate property tax burdens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":976880,"bill_number":"S2035","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":"2017-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2286","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2035/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2035","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":980717,"bill_number":"S2036","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ann Barry, an employee of the Division of Professional Licensure","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ann Barry, an employee of the Division of Professional Licensure. Temporary Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-13","last_action":"House concurred in suspension of Joint Rule 12","last_action_date":"2017-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":982907,"bill_number":"S2037","title":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 2017","description":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 2017 (submitted by the Governor pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendments to the Constitution) An Act to reorganize the Department of Public Safety (House, No. 68)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-03","last_action":"See H68","last_action_date":"2017-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2037/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2037","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986182,"bill_number":"H2001","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H138","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2001/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986183,"bill_number":"H2179","title":"Relative to telemedicine","description":"For legislation to mandate coverage for telemedicine behavioral health services under certain circumstances. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986184,"bill_number":"H2137","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986185,"bill_number":"H2084","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986187,"bill_number":"H1987","title":"Relative to fines for license violations","description":"Relative to the fines for violations by certain alcoholic beverages license holders. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986189,"bill_number":"H2190","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986190,"bill_number":"H2438","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986191,"bill_number":"H2404","title":"To improve access to behavioral health services","description":"Relative to access to behavioral health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986192,"bill_number":"H2194","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2194/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986195,"bill_number":"H2181","title":"Relative to substance use disorder diversion and treatment","description":"Relative to substance use disorder diversion and treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986196,"bill_number":"H2187","title":"Relative to the supplemental application requirement for dwelling fire insurance policies","description":"Relative to fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2187/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986198,"bill_number":"H2115","title":"Relative to drought management","description":"For legislation to establish a drought management task force. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986199,"bill_number":"H2329","title":"Improving courthouse safety","description":"For legislation to allow court officers to carry firearms within the premises of the court or the immediate vicinity thereof. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986201,"bill_number":"H2369","title":"Relative to prohibit contract provisions requiring subcontractors to assume liability for negligence of others","description":"For legislation to limit indemnity and insurance responsibility for general contractors and subcontractors in construction work. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986202,"bill_number":"H2146","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S477","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986203,"bill_number":"H2095","title":"Relative to inactive voters","description":"Relative to inactive voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986205,"bill_number":"H2299","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986206,"bill_number":"H2279","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986208,"bill_number":"H2354","title":"Relative to school safety","description":"Relative to firearms on school property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986210,"bill_number":"H2393","title":"Relative to substance abuse accountable care organizations","description":"Relative to substance abuse accountable care organizations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986211,"bill_number":"H2384","title":"Increasing the legal age for marijuana consumption and purchase from 21 to 25","description":"Relative to increasing the legal age for marijuana consumption and purchase from 21 to 25 years of age. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986212,"bill_number":"H2394","title":"Relative to 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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986217,"bill_number":"H2413","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986219,"bill_number":"H2183","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986220,"bill_number":"H2403","title":"To protect children's mental health services","description":"Relative to the establishment of a statewide children’s mental health ombudsman program within the Office of the Child Advocate. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986221,"bill_number":"H2324","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986222,"bill_number":"H2103","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"Relative to political designations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986227,"bill_number":"H2298","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986229,"bill_number":"H2175","title":"Relative to access to vital healthcare information","description":"For legislation to direct insurance carriers to provide summary of payments forms to health care consumers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986230,"bill_number":"H2292","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2292","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986231,"bill_number":"H2168","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986234,"bill_number":"H2045","title":"Relative to the state seal of biliteracy","description":"Relative to establishing a foreign language education seal of biliteracy for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2045","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986235,"bill_number":"H2337","title":"Relative to the classification and punishment for certain offenses in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the reclassification of some low level non-violent felonies as misdemeanors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986236,"bill_number":"H2338","title":"Establishing reasonable limitations on the solitary confinement of inmates 21 years of age or younger","description":"Relative to establishing reasonable limitations on the solitary confinement of inmates 21 years of age or younger. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986237,"bill_number":"H2076","title":"Relative to promoting innovation in eldercare services","description":"For legislation to establish a program to convert licensed nursing facilities to community-based residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2076","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986239,"bill_number":"H2416","title":"Relative to traffic direction","description":"Relative to police officers directing traffic. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986240,"bill_number":"H2334","title":"Relative to small claims","description":"For legislation to increase small claims court limits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986243,"bill_number":"H2046","title":"To allow for school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation","description":"For legislation to allow school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2046/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2046","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986244,"bill_number":"H2326","title":"Relative to criminal investigations","description":"Relative to authorizing the recording of conversations during certain investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986245,"bill_number":"H2427","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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986247,"bill_number":"H2261","title":"Relative to permitting the court to expunge the records of innocent persons","description":"Relative to permitting the court to expunge criminal charges from the records of innocent persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986248,"bill_number":"H2028","title":"To protect student privacy","description":"Relative to access to personal technological devices by schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986249,"bill_number":"H1995","title":"Relative to direct mailings","description":"Relative to direct mailings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986251,"bill_number":"H2202","title":"To help patients and reduce health care costs by ensuring patient adherence to medications","description":"Relative to further regulating individual or group health insurance policies providing prescription drug coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2202/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986253,"bill_number":"H2204","title":"Relative to annuity benefit insurance","description":"For legislation to increase maximum liabilities of annuity benefit insurance payable by the Massachusetts Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2204","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986256,"bill_number":"H2128","title":"Relative to cool season grass seed","description":"Relative to requiring a testing period for cool season grass seed . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986257,"bill_number":"H2082","title":"Relative to political contributions","description":"Relative to political campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2082/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2082","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986258,"bill_number":"H2067","title":"Relative to social card games at municipal senior centers","description":"Relative to social card games, so-called, at municipal senior centers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986262,"bill_number":"H2061","title":"Establishing universal early education and full-day kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish universal early education and full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986264,"bill_number":"H2053","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to sexual education programs in certain public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3704","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2053","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986265,"bill_number":"H2031","title":"Providing for alternatives to fines for failure to send","description":"Relative to providing for alternative penalties for failure to send children to school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986266,"bill_number":"H2035","title":"Establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group","description":"Relative to establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2035/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2035","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986267,"bill_number":"H2446","title":"Relative to maintenance of certification","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of maintenance of certification as a basis for physician licensure, hospital employment or credentialing, or health plan reimbursement and/or credentialing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986270,"bill_number":"H2242","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986271,"bill_number":"H2016","title":"To promote and enhance civic engagement","description":"For legislation to promote and enhance civic engagement for public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986273,"bill_number":"H1953","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986275,"bill_number":"H2378","title":"Relative to purchasing marijuana","description":"Relative to prohibiting the purchase of marijuana with funds provided by the Department of Transitional Assistance. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986277,"bill_number":"H2340","title":"An act relative to appeals","description":"Relative to motor vehicle parking and bicyclist traffic violation appeals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986279,"bill_number":"H2162","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986281,"bill_number":"H2401","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4356","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986282,"bill_number":"H2109","title":"To create the department of marine fisheries resources","description":"For legislation to establish a department of marine fisheries resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4513","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986283,"bill_number":"H1978","title":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding","description":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4809","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986284,"bill_number":"H2342","title":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for assault upon sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986286,"bill_number":"H2041","title":"Relative to an educational unfunded mandate task force","description":"Relative to the state mandates placed on public schools and districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2041/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986288,"bill_number":"H2409","title":"Clarifying that a facility shall advise clients of right to counsel","description":"Relative to the providing of advise to clients of the right to counsel by certain mental health facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986289,"bill_number":"H2391","title":"To strengthen behavioral health integration","description":"Relative to behavioral health services integration. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986290,"bill_number":"H2177","title":"To protect taxpayer confidentiality","description":"Relative to the disclosure of information of certain persons in the unclaimed property program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986295,"bill_number":"H2266","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986296,"bill_number":"H2114","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986297,"bill_number":"H2406","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986299,"bill_number":"H1975","title":"Defining client, intended use and intended user in real property appraisal assignments and reports","description":"Relative to the definition of users and intended users in real property appraisal assignments and reports. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1975/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986301,"bill_number":"H1979","title":"Relative to the issuance of a Class 1 dealer license","description":"Relative to certain appeals of actions of licensing boards or officers of the approval and granting of class 1 dealer licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986303,"bill_number":"H2412","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986304,"bill_number":"H2014","title":"To reduce barriers to education and career opportunities","description":"Relative to high school graduation requirements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986305,"bill_number":"H2210","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S654","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986307,"bill_number":"H1984","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Relative to secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1984/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986310,"bill_number":"H2178","title":"Relative to rebate law reform","description":"Relative to rebates on certain insurance policies, annuities or pure endowment contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986311,"bill_number":"H2418","title":"Relative to electric signatures for town warrants","description":"Relative to the use of electronic signatures for town warrants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986312,"bill_number":"H2090","title":"Relative to unenrolled election workers","description":"Relative to unenrolled election workers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2090/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2090","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986313,"bill_number":"H2273","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts neighborhood preservation fund through transparency of recording residential mortgage assignments","description":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts neighborhood preservation fund and the recording of residential mortgage assignments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986314,"bill_number":"H2004","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2004/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986317,"bill_number":"H2158","title":"Relative to premium impact statements","description":"For legislation to require disclosure of changes to health care and insurance regulations by certain state agencies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986318,"bill_number":"H2345","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986319,"bill_number":"H2091","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"Relative to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2091","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986321,"bill_number":"H2021","title":"Promoting local control and effective training of school resource officers","description":"Relative to appointment, training and funding of school resource officers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4128","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986324,"bill_number":"H1997","title":"Relative to licensure of equine dentists","description":"Relative to licensure of equine dentists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1997/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1997","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986327,"bill_number":"H2358","title":"Adjusting the salaries of justices of the judicial branch","description":"For legislation to increase the salaries of justices in the judicial branch. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986328,"bill_number":"H2009","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4171","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986329,"bill_number":"H1954","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish a voluntary training program in best practices for the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986330,"bill_number":"H2281","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986332,"bill_number":"H2295","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986336,"bill_number":"H2101","title":"Relative to election emergency","description":"Relative to the duties of the State Secretary for elections held during emergencies situations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986337,"bill_number":"H2302","title":"Relative to parole hearings for previous juvenile life sentences","description":"Relative to parole hearings for certain individuals serving juvenile life sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986338,"bill_number":"H2258","title":"Relative to hate crimes against police officers","description":"For legislation to include crimes against police officers under the hate crimes law, so-called. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986339,"bill_number":"H2365","title":"To improve the Commonwealth’s economy with a strong minimum wage and a strong tipped minimum wage","description":"Relative to the tipped minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986341,"bill_number":"H2262","title":"Establishing criminal responsibility for motor vehicle “hit and runs” on private property","description":"By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition of Claire D. Cronin and others establishing criminal responsibility for motor vehicle operators who depart after knowingly colliding with or otherwise causing injury to any person on private property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986345,"bill_number":"H2325","title":"Concerning the protection of persons from domestic violence","description":"Relative to the powers of police during domestic violence situations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986347,"bill_number":"H1989","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986348,"bill_number":"H2160","title":"Relative to mortgage licensing and exemptions","description":"For legislation to exempt certain bona fide nonprofit affordable homeownership organizations from portions of the mortgage broker or lender license requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4334","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986350,"bill_number":"H2395","title":"Relative to the report on substance abuse evaluations","description":"Relative to Department of Public Health substance abuse evaluation reports. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986351,"bill_number":"H2396","title":"Relative to treatment for substance abuse","description":"Relative to substance abuse treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986352,"bill_number":"H2451","title":"To contain health care costs and improve access to value based nurse practitioner care as recommended by the IOM and FTC","description":"Relative to practitioners licensed to practice medicine or advanced practice nursing and improving access to value based nurse practitioner care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986353,"bill_number":"H2105","title":"Relative to voter registration for program participants","description":"Relative to voter registration for certain participants in the address confidentiality program. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986355,"bill_number":"H2417","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986357,"bill_number":"H2235","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986358,"bill_number":"H1955","title":"Relative to foster parent rights","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for foster parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4492","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986360,"bill_number":"H1966","title":"Relative to public benefit requirements","description":"By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr. 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986361,"bill_number":"H2060","title":"Relative to rates of payment for early childhood education and care programs","description":"Relative to rates of payment for early childhood education and care programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2060/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2060","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986364,"bill_number":"H2300","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986365,"bill_number":"H2402","title":"To expand access to medication-assisted treatment providers","description":"For legislation to establish a training program for the treatment of certain opioid use and alcohol use disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986366,"bill_number":"H1974","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986367,"bill_number":"H1968","title":"Establishing a commission on the status of children and youth","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission on the status of children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986368,"bill_number":"H2280","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986375,"bill_number":"H1959","title":"For the continuous skilled care of fragile children in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the care of children, adults and families with complex medical conditions and special health care needs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986376,"bill_number":"H2096","title":"Relative to reprecincting","description":"Relative to reprecincting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2096/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986378,"bill_number":"H1963","title":"Relative to the protection of children","description":"Relative to the definitions of child abuse and child neglect in Department of Children and Families regulations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986379,"bill_number":"H2452","title":"To remove the restrictions on the licenses of CRNAs","description":"Relative to nurses and nurse anesthetists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986381,"bill_number":"H2387","title":"Relative to marijuana and marijuana concentrate in primary residence","description":"Relative to the amount of marijuana and marijuana concentrate allowed in primary residences. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2387","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":986388,"bill_number":"H2361","title":"Protecting the right to strike","description":"For legislation to repeal the prohibition on striking by public employees and public employee organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986389,"bill_number":"H2152","title":"Relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank","description":"Relative to the establishment of a cranberry wetland mitigation banking program for the purposes of off-site mitigation of public or private projects subject to the wetlands protection act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4276","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986390,"bill_number":"H1964","title":"Establishing a commission to study medical abuse claims","description":"By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr., and Shaunna L. O'Connell for an investigation by an independent commission (including members of the General Court) 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986392,"bill_number":"H2140","title":"To reduce plastic packaging waste","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H412","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986393,"bill_number":"H2107","title":"Updating political terminology","description":"Relative to political designation and election procedures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986395,"bill_number":"H2246","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986397,"bill_number":"H1980","title":"Establishing a dentist diversion program","description":"Relative to establishing a remediation program for dentists dealing with illness, substance abuse or mental health issues. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1980/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986398,"bill_number":"H2029","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2029/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2029","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986400,"bill_number":"H2225","title":"Creating a child savings program","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority to establish a college savings program for each eligible child born and issued a birth certificate in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H640","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986401,"bill_number":"H2013","title":"To implement full-day kindergarten","description":"For legislation to implement full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986402,"bill_number":"H2216","title":"Improving the children's medical security program and simplifying the administrative process","description":"For legislation to provide for primary and preventative health care services for certain children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2216","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986404,"bill_number":"H2316","title":"Relative to criminal forfeiture","description":"Relative to criminal forfeiture. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986406,"bill_number":"H2414","title":"Relative to the publication of notice requirements","description":"Relative to the publication of notice requirements in local publications and city or town halls. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986407,"bill_number":"H2066","title":"Relative to education standards","description":"Relative to the education standards set by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986408,"bill_number":"H2120","title":"Relative to the control of tick-borne illness","description":"Relative to the control of tick-borne illnesses by the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4275","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986409,"bill_number":"H2159","title":"Relating to modernizing business to business commercial insurance transactions","description":"For legislation to modernize business to business commercial insurance transactions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986410,"bill_number":"H2330","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 persons without consent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4455","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986414,"bill_number":"H2122","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":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition of Dylan Fernandes and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the effects of ocean acidification on the Commonwealth's fishing industry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4133","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986417,"bill_number":"H2171","title":"Requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring licensed appraisers to provide notice to owners of motor vehicles of failure to meet safety or emissions standards. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2171","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986418,"bill_number":"H2308","title":"For justice reinvestment","description":"Relative to comprehensive criminal justice reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986419,"bill_number":"H2355","title":"Relative to arrest warrants","description":"Relative to the definition of arrest warrants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986424,"bill_number":"H2296","title":"Relative to the enticement of children online","description":"Relative to the online enticement of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986425,"bill_number":"H2085","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986426,"bill_number":"H2104","title":"Relative to specially qualified voters","description":"Relative to specially qualified voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986427,"bill_number":"H2249","title":"Establishing a segregation oversight committee","description":"For legislation to establish a segregation oversight committee on the use of disciplinary segregation and non-disciplinary segregation in correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986429,"bill_number":"H2301","title":"Relative to parole for previous life sentences","description":"Relative to parole for previous life sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986432,"bill_number":"H2231","title":"To ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to in-state tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2231","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986434,"bill_number":"H2257","title":"Relative to assault or battery against a police officer","description":"Relative to assault or battery against police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986435,"bill_number":"H2134","title":"Establishing the Nickerson State Park Trust Fund","description":"Relative to establishing the Nickerson State Park Trust Fund to be funded by a surcharge on camping fees at said park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986436,"bill_number":"H2133","title":"Relative to noise pollution","description":"Relative to noise pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986438,"bill_number":"H2331","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986440,"bill_number":"H1973","title":"To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists","description":"For legislation to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists and massage therapists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4427","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986441,"bill_number":"H1985","title":"Updating chapter 93H data security protections to include biometric information","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy and security of biometric information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1985/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1985","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986442,"bill_number":"H2011","title":"Relative to charter school admissions","description":"Relative to charter school admissions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2011/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2011","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986445,"bill_number":"H2434","title":"To facilitate the provision of telehealth services","description":"Relative to telehealth services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986446,"bill_number":"H2253","title":"Relative to visitation rights of grandparents","description":"Relative to visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986448,"bill_number":"H2290","title":"Changing the legal status of \"pets\" from personal property to \"companion animals\"","description":"Relative to the penalties for a guardian abusing a domesticated companion animal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2290","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":986449,"bill_number":"H2169","title":"Relative to osteoporosis screening and treatment to prevent fractures and reduce health care costs","description":"Relative to osteoporosis screening and treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986451,"bill_number":"H2093","title":"Relative to same day voter registration","description":"Relative to same day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2093/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2093","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986456,"bill_number":"H2192","title":"Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to licensing and supervision of debt management services by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2192/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986457,"bill_number":"H2320","title":"Relative to the Chinese New Year","description":"For legislation to establish Chinese New Year as a legal holiday. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2320","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":986461,"bill_number":"H2189","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986462,"bill_number":"H2015","title":"To require school attendance up to age 18 or until graduation","description":"Relativerelative to the barriers to high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986463,"bill_number":"H2154","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, Thomas M. McGee and Sean Garballey for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to reject the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement. Export Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4521","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986464,"bill_number":"H2201","title":"Relative to qualified health plans","description":"Relative to exemptions for certain reduced or selective network health insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4362","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986465,"bill_number":"H2282","title":"Relative to coerced abortion","description":"Relative to voluntary consent for abortion services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986469,"bill_number":"H2376","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986472,"bill_number":"H2310","title":"To end child marriage in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to prohibit marriage of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986473,"bill_number":"H1971","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4385","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986474,"bill_number":"H2027","title":"Relative to student achievement","description":"Relative to underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4393","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2027/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2027","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986476,"bill_number":"H2100","title":"Relative to absentee voting","description":"Relative to absentee voting for disabled persons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986479,"bill_number":"H2381","title":"Relative to marijuana","description":"For legislation to repeal the marijuana law. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986480,"bill_number":"H2380","title":"Relative to local control of marijuana establishments","description":"Relative to local control of marijuana establishments. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2380","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986481,"bill_number":"H2221","title":"Relative to oral health access for MassHealth patients","description":"Relative to oral health access for MassHealth patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986482,"bill_number":"H2049","title":"Providing transportation to recovery high schools","description":"Relative to transportation of students to recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4224","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986484,"bill_number":"H2255","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 potholes under the jurisdiction of said entity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986485,"bill_number":"H2073","title":"Relative to the safe care of residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care","description":"Relative to the care of residents with active substance use disorders accessing skilled nursing facility care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986487,"bill_number":"H2209","title":"Ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with autism","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to medical treatments essential for persons with autism. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986488,"bill_number":"H1962","title":"Relative to foster care recruitment","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for an investigation by the Department of Children and Families of launching a foster parent recruitment campaign. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986489,"bill_number":"H2305","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2305/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986491,"bill_number":"H2313","title":"Relative to weekend commitment orders for substance abusers","description":"Relative to the commitment of alcoholics or substance abusers during court closures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986495,"bill_number":"H1992","title":"Relative to telecommunications systems contractors and technicians","description":"Relative to telecommunications systems contractors and technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4695","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986497,"bill_number":"H2024","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986498,"bill_number":"H2421","title":"To allow municipalities to exempt small projects from the prevailing wage law","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to exempt certain projects from the prevailing wage laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986500,"bill_number":"H1961","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986501,"bill_number":"H2098","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2098","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986502,"bill_number":"H2259","title":"To facilitate separate settlements in multi-defendant negligence cases","description":"Relative to contributory negligence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986503,"bill_number":"H2360","title":"Relative to worker’s compensation insurance","description":"Relative to workers' compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986505,"bill_number":"H2220","title":"Relative to MassHealth benefits for single individuals","description":"Relative to MassHealth benefits for certain single individuals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986507,"bill_number":"H2352","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986508,"bill_number":"H2077","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2077/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986513,"bill_number":"H2229","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2229","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986514,"bill_number":"H2008","title":"Relative to the Race Horse Development Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize a transfer from the Race Horse Development Fund to the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2008/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986517,"bill_number":"H2132","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986518,"bill_number":"H2116","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986519,"bill_number":"H2232","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the learning contract","description":"For legislation to authorize the University of Massachusetts Medical School to enter contracts requiring payback service, so-called, for certain students. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3934","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2232","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986521,"bill_number":"H2037","title":"Relative to equalizing public school transportation fees","description":"Relative to public school transportation fees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2037/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2037","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986523,"bill_number":"H2182","title":"To ensure access to recovery coaches","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for substance abuse services provided by certified addiction recovery coaches. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986526,"bill_number":"H2278","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986527,"bill_number":"H2392","title":"Relative to safe in-patient alcoholism or substance abuse treatment","description":"Relative to the locations of in-patient alcoholism or substance abuse treatment facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986529,"bill_number":"H1956","title":"Resolve to re-establish the Brain Injury Commission","description":"By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others for an investigation by a special commission known as the Brain Injury Commission (including members of the General Court) to review data concerning the epidemiology of brain injuries. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986530,"bill_number":"H2285","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986532,"bill_number":"H2277","title":"Relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to service animals and penalties for misrepresentation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2277/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2277","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986533,"bill_number":"H2271","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2271","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":986537,"bill_number":"H2057","title":"Relative to use of SBIRT in examinations for school attendance","description":"Relative to substance use screenings in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986538,"bill_number":"H2344","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986539,"bill_number":"H2270","title":"Relative to juvenile violence","description":"Relative to juvenile sexual abuse and violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2270","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":986541,"bill_number":"H2161","title":"Relative to transparency of hospital margins & ensuring hospital efficiency","description":"Relative to the public reporting of hospital margins. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986542,"bill_number":"H2408","title":"Relative to applications for temporary involuntary hospitalization","description":"Relative to the period of restraint of patients by certain mental health service providers. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986544,"bill_number":"H2377","title":"Promoting public labor contracts for local residents","description":"Relative to promoting public labor contracts for local residents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986546,"bill_number":"H2172","title":"Establishing a paid family and medical leave insurance program","description":"Relative to establishing a paid family and medical leave insurance program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986547,"bill_number":"H2435","title":"Relative to drug overdose deaths","description":"Relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986549,"bill_number":"H2276","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986550,"bill_number":"H2238","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986551,"bill_number":"H2287","title":"To improve probation violation proceedings","description":"Relative to improving probation violation proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986554,"bill_number":"H2269","title":"Establishing psychiatric advance directives for mental health care","description":"Relative to establishing psychiatric advance directives for mental health care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2269","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":986556,"bill_number":"H2088","title":"Relative to access to official absentee and early voting data","description":"Relative to access to official absentee and early voting data by state parties. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986557,"bill_number":"H2314","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986558,"bill_number":"H2206","title":"Relative to retail pharmacy discounts and co-pay assistance","description":"Relative to retail discounts and co-pay assistance by certain pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986559,"bill_number":"H2059","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2059","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986560,"bill_number":"H2151","title":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program","description":"Relative to a cranberry water use transfer program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4530","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986564,"bill_number":"H2385","title":"To protect patients approved by physicians and certified by the Department of Public Health to access medical marijuana","description":"Relative to providing affordable access to medical marijuana to qualifying patients. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986565,"bill_number":"H2198","title":"Modify the safe drivers insurance plan relative to minor violation","description":"Relativerelative to minor violations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2198","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986566,"bill_number":"H2250","title":"Further regulating the penalties for tagging","description":"Relative to the penalties for tagging structures with paint. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986571,"bill_number":"H2241","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986572,"bill_number":"H2185","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986575,"bill_number":"H2323","title":"Relative to specialty courts","description":"Relative to specialty courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986576,"bill_number":"H2126","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986577,"bill_number":"H2193","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4315","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2193","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986580,"bill_number":"H2339","title":"Amending laws relative to certain judicial procedures","description":"Relative to certain judicial procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986582,"bill_number":"H2341","title":"Making the children of an adjudicated de-facto parent eligible for social security dependent benefits","description":"For legislation to allow children of an adjudicated de-facto parent to be eligible for social security dependent benefits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986583,"bill_number":"H2263","title":"Relative to strengthen the Commonwealth's Anti-SLAPP law","description":"For legislation to ensure full participation by citizens and organizations in discussion of issues regarding the right to the freedom of petition, the freedom of speech, the freedom of expression or any matter of public concern. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986584,"bill_number":"H2423","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Eastham","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Eastham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986586,"bill_number":"H2150","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986587,"bill_number":"H2275","title":"Relative to the online privacy of minors","description":"Relative to the online privacy of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986588,"bill_number":"H2092","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2092/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2092","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986590,"bill_number":"H2164","title":"To ban hospital facility fees and surprise billing","description":"Relative to health insurance consumer protections from billing for certain health care services, other than emergency services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986591,"bill_number":"H2089","title":"Relative to the administration of political action committees","description":"Relative to certain contributions to political action committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2089","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986599,"bill_number":"H2081","title":"Relative to limiting influence of foreign corporations in elections","description":"Relative to limiting influence of foreign corporations in elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2081/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2081","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986600,"bill_number":"H2186","title":"Relative to single risk limitations","description":"Relative to financial guaranty insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986601,"bill_number":"H2388","title":"Repealing section 1-3 and 7-18 of Chapter 351 of the acts of 2016","description":"Relative to repealing certain provisions of the law regulating the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2388","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":986603,"bill_number":"H2043","title":"Relative to high school civic education requirements","description":"For legislation to make civics education a high school graduation requirement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986604,"bill_number":"H1996","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1996/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1996","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986606,"bill_number":"H2311","title":"Relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment","description":"Relative to the age of majority for certain court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986607,"bill_number":"H2094","title":"Relative to the board of registrars of voters","description":"Relative to the board of registrars in certain towns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2094","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986608,"bill_number":"H2062","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relative to commonwealth charter school applications. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2062","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986609,"bill_number":"H2156","title":"Relative to telemedicine","description":"For legislation to ensure that telehealth services are utilized to increase access to behavioral health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986612,"bill_number":"H2191","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986614,"bill_number":"H2048","title":"Relative to charter school facilities costs","description":"Relative to funding for charter school facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986615,"bill_number":"H2317","title":"To increase fair housing protections for domestic violence survivors","description":"Relative to housing discrimination against domestic violence survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986618,"bill_number":"H2382","title":"To prevent adolescent substance use","description":"Relative to the establishment of an adolescent substance use prevention and early intervention trust fund within the Department of Public Health, to be funded by the excise tax imposed on marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986619,"bill_number":"H2129","title":"Protecting sunlight in certain public parks","description":"Relative to the building of structures which may impact sunlight in certain public parks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986624,"bill_number":"H2426","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"Relative to abandoned animals in vacant properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2187","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986625,"bill_number":"H2407","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986626,"bill_number":"H2307","title":"Relative to offenses while driving on a suspended license","description":"Relative to the penalties for operating motor vehicles after license suspension or revocation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986627,"bill_number":"H2056","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery","description":"Relative to the mandatory school age and the establishment of dropout prevention and recovery pilot programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986629,"bill_number":"H2217","title":"Relative to accountable care organizations","description":"For legislation to require annual reports by certain accountable care organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986632,"bill_number":"H2173","title":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","description":"Relative to student loans and the oversight powers of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986633,"bill_number":"H1976","title":"Further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1976/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1976","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986634,"bill_number":"H2390","title":"To study and create a Massachusetts substance abuse treatment expansion strategy","description":"Relative to a statewide study of treatment options to the ongoing opioid crisis. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986635,"bill_number":"H2079","title":"To expand access to voter registration","description":"For legislation to expand access to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2079/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2079","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986637,"bill_number":"H2130","title":"Relative to public water supply records","description":"Relative to giving local boards of health and health departments access to records concerning public water supply systems maintained by the Department of Environmental Protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986638,"bill_number":"H2176","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms and breast cancer screening","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms and breast cancer screening. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986641,"bill_number":"H2362","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986642,"bill_number":"H2080","title":"Relative to automatic voter registration","description":"Relative to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2080","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986644,"bill_number":"H2212","title":"To extend patient protections to recipients of MassHealth","description":"Relative to health insurance consumer protections. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986645,"bill_number":"H2070","title":"Relative to licensure of nursing facilities","description":"Relative to the construction and reconstruction of rooms in licensed nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986646,"bill_number":"H2410","title":"Relative to commitment hearings","description":"Relative to commitment hearing venues. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986648,"bill_number":"H1982","title":"Relative to debt collection licensure","description":"For legislation to further regulate debt collection licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986650,"bill_number":"H1960","title":"Providing for a study by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services relative to nonprofit group homes","description":"Relative to the distribution of nonprofit group homes throughout the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986652,"bill_number":"H2034","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986653,"bill_number":"H2213","title":"To require equivalent Medicaid reimbursement","description":"Relative to the reimbursement rates for out-of-state providers that contract with MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986654,"bill_number":"H2040","title":"Relative to implementing the recommendations of the foundation budget review commission","description":"Relative to implementing the recommendations of the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986657,"bill_number":"H2303","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"Relative to the interest rate for damages in certain tort and contract actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986659,"bill_number":"H2207","title":"Relative to women’s health","description":"Relative to women’s health and health care coverage for long acting reversible contraceptives. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986661,"bill_number":"H2251","title":"Relative to pre-trial detention","description":"Relative to adjournments of examinations and trials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986662,"bill_number":"H2343","title":"Relative to health care proxies","description":"Relative to judicial proceedings involving health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986664,"bill_number":"H2125","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2017-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986667,"bill_number":"H2167","title":"To improve health care costs for employers and consumers","description":"Relative to alternative payment methods by health insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986670,"bill_number":"H2319","title":"To increase penalties for heroin trafficking","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986671,"bill_number":"H2042","title":"Relative to Foundation Budget Review Commission permanence","description":"For legislation to permanently establish the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2042/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2042","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986672,"bill_number":"H2247","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986673,"bill_number":"H2051","title":"To document learning readiness, achievement and growth of public school students","description":"For legislation to document public school student learning readiness, achievement and growth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986676,"bill_number":"H2144","title":"Establishing a trust fund within the Department of Conservation and Recreation for the planting of trees","description":"Relative to establishing 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4532","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986677,"bill_number":"H2124","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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986678,"bill_number":"H2135","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986683,"bill_number":"H2400","title":"Relative to addiction training","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and others for the establishment of an addiction residency training grant program for certain graduate physician trainees. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986685,"bill_number":"H2244","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2244","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986686,"bill_number":"H2348","title":"Relative to email inheritance","description":"Relative to granting access to electronic accounts and information under the Uniform Probate Code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986688,"bill_number":"H2351","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986689,"bill_number":"H2265","title":"To permit publication of reports of decisions of the Supreme Judicial Court and the Appeals Court in electronic format","description":"Relative to permitting publication of reports of decisions of the Supreme Judicial Court and the Appeals Court in electronic format. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986690,"bill_number":"H2110","title":"Relative to water flow in 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986692,"bill_number":"H2239","title":"Requiring the disclosure of services covered by condominium fees and property taxes","description":"Relative to services covered by the payment of condominium fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986693,"bill_number":"H2023","title":"Relative to financial literacy programs in schools","description":"Relative to financial literacy programs in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986694,"bill_number":"H2223","title":"Requiring the Division of Medical Assistance to provide adequate rates","description":"Relative to annual rate adjustments for certain inpatient behavioral health providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986700,"bill_number":"H2123","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4513","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986702,"bill_number":"H1981","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1981","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986704,"bill_number":"H2086","title":"To promote transparency in municipal ballot questions","description":"Relative to campaign disclosure filings of municipal ballot questions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2086/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2086","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986705,"bill_number":"H2010","title":"Supporting healthy development among preschoolers","description":"For legislation to require the development of standards for prohibiting or limiting the use of suspension and expulsion in preschools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4131","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986706,"bill_number":"H2379","title":"Relative to marijuana cultivation in a residential building","description":"Relative to compliance with electrical codes for personal cultivation of marijuana in residential buildings. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986707,"bill_number":"H2054","title":"Relative to school projects","description":"Relative to school facilities projects. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986708,"bill_number":"H2005","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislation to establish an innovative communities program within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2470","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986712,"bill_number":"H2078","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4495","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2078/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986713,"bill_number":"H2294","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986715,"bill_number":"H2371","title":"Relative to non-competition agreements","description":"Relative to non-competition agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986717,"bill_number":"H2335","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986720,"bill_number":"H1977","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1977/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1977","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986722,"bill_number":"H2203","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986723,"bill_number":"H1990","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986724,"bill_number":"H2405","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986725,"bill_number":"H2437","title":"To promote team based health care","description":"Relative to multidisciplinary health care teams and further regulating advanced practice nurses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986728,"bill_number":"H1965","title":"Relative to proof of residency","description":"Relative to residency verification for persons seeking certain benefits from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986730,"bill_number":"H2044","title":"Relative to stakeholder data advisory group recommendations","description":"Relative to the establishment of an advisory board to promote the improved use of school-level data to inform effective resource allocation decisions at the local level. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2871","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2044","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986731,"bill_number":"H2099","title":"Relative to the participation in ERIC","description":"Relative to Registry of Motor Vehicles participation in the Electronic Registration Information Center. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986736,"bill_number":"H2372","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3153","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986738,"bill_number":"H2389","title":"Transferring Bridgewater State Hospital from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to placing oversight of Bridgewater State Hospital under the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986739,"bill_number":"H2052","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 of low-income students in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2052","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986740,"bill_number":"H2138","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986742,"bill_number":"H2293","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986743,"bill_number":"H1970","title":"Relative to encouraging the growth of small businesses","description":"Relative to certain business entities registered with the Secretary of the Commonwealth and in good standing. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4708","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986746,"bill_number":"H2234","title":"Relative to early college high schools","description":"For legislation to establish an early college education program to increase postsecondary completion rates and participation in career pathways. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2276","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2234/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986747,"bill_number":"H2071","title":"Relative to promoting the betterment of resident’s health and safety in skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities","description":"Relative to promoting the betterment of resident’s health and safety in skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2071/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2071","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986748,"bill_number":"H2448","title":"Prohibiting smoking near public housing buildings","description":"Relative to smoking near public housing buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2448","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":986749,"bill_number":"H2197","title":"Concerning dental service corporations","description":"Relative to dental service corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2197/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2197","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986751,"bill_number":"H2038","title":"Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine L. Gentile and others for an investigation by an educational task force of the effects of school day start times for middle school and secondary school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S227","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986753,"bill_number":"H2397","title":"Creating a commission to study increasing access to naloxone","description":"By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition of Kevin J. Kuros and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of alternatives to naloxone and to broaden the availability of naloxone. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986754,"bill_number":"H2143","title":"Making an appropriation for the fiscal year 2018 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2143","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986755,"bill_number":"H2450","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation to further regulate the registration of podiatrists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986756,"bill_number":"H2174","title":"Expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986759,"bill_number":"H2069","title":"Relative to PACE programs and nurse pronouncement","description":"For legislation to further regulate the declaration of death by certain certified nurses. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4361","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2069/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2069","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986761,"bill_number":"H2224","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986763,"bill_number":"H2349","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986764,"bill_number":"H2254","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986766,"bill_number":"H2127","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"Relative to the operation of snowmobiles. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S438","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986770,"bill_number":"H2327","title":"Relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings","description":"Relative to the safety of courthouse areas and remote court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986771,"bill_number":"H2155","title":"Requiring legal aviation service worker training","description":"Relative to safety and emergency preparedness training for aviation service workers. Export Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986772,"bill_number":"H2374","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986775,"bill_number":"H2243","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the East Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to redevelopment of the affordable housing project known as Clippership in the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986777,"bill_number":"H2208","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2208","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986780,"bill_number":"H2424","title":"Authorizing the town of Truro to convey a perpetual trail easement on conservation land to Truro conservation trust","description":"That the town of Truro be authorized to convey a perpetual trail easement on conservation land to Truro Conservation Trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986781,"bill_number":"H2058","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to English language learner programs in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3705","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2058/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2058","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986782,"bill_number":"H1988","title":"Relative to a model carrier reporting requirement","description":"Relative to reporting requirements for corporations that bring, carry or transport wine, beer or distilled spirits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986783,"bill_number":"H2022","title":"Relative to civic education in public schools","description":"By Representatives DiZoglio of Methuen and Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Diana DiZoglio, Sean Garballey and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education develop a civic education curriculum to be included within the history and social science curriculum of public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986785,"bill_number":"H2321","title":"To secure the safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to repeal the transgender anti-discrimination law, so-called. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986786,"bill_number":"H2332","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"For legislation to update penalties and protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986788,"bill_number":"H2322","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986789,"bill_number":"H2065","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986791,"bill_number":"H2149","title":"Relating to the effective and efficient implementation of the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2008","description":"Relative to the Global Warming Solutions Act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S479","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2149/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2149","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986792,"bill_number":"H2419","title":"Protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns","description":"Relative to the treatment of animals and reporting of cruelty. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986793,"bill_number":"H2237","title":"To address equal access to housing through local zoning","description":"By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition of Christine P. Barber and others that zoning ordinances and by-laws provide districts containing multi-family housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3845","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986795,"bill_number":"H2050","title":"Providing public school students opportunities to reach their full potential","description":"Relative to the development of students capable of achieving beyond-grade-level and gifted and talented students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986796,"bill_number":"H2064","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2064/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986798,"bill_number":"H1993","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986800,"bill_number":"H2346","title":"Relative to the right to counsel in guardianship proceedings","description":"Relative to the right to counsel in guardianship proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986801,"bill_number":"H2268","title":"Relative to a person’s failure to appear in court due to enrollment in rehabilitation or detoxification facility","description":"Relative to the failure to appear in court due to enrollment in rehabilitation or detoxification facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986802,"bill_number":"H2147","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S472","last_action_date":"2017-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986808,"bill_number":"H2373","title":"Relative to prevailing wages","description":"For legislation to include certain bona fide apprenticeship and training programs under the prevailing wage law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986810,"bill_number":"H2433","title":"Relative to the registration of virtual manufacturers","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson that manufacturers or distributors of controlled substances through contracts with manufacturing organizations register with the commissioner of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986812,"bill_number":"H2333","title":"To protect girls from genital mutilation","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986813,"bill_number":"H2141","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 the Neponset River in the town of Milton. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986814,"bill_number":"H2449","title":"Relative to accessible prescription labeling","description":"Relative to printing information on prescription medication labels in a format accessible to print challenged persons. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986816,"bill_number":"H2328","title":"To enhance courthouse security","description":"Relative to the possession of firearms in courthouses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986823,"bill_number":"H2184","title":"Relative to shoppable health care services","description":"For legislation to establish a shared savings incentive payments programs within health insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986824,"bill_number":"H2248","title":"Promoting humane conditions of confinement and enable safe reentry","description":"For legislation to protect certain inmates from unnecessary placement in solitary confinement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986825,"bill_number":"H2157","title":"Alleviating health care burdens for Massachusetts employers","description":"Relative to demerging health care markets to alleviating burdens. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986826,"bill_number":"H2007","title":"Relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to allocate certain funds paid by category 2 gaming licensees to the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2007/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2007","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986828,"bill_number":"H2075","title":"Relative to senior financial literacy","description":"Relative to a statewide financial literacy program on personal financial management for senior citizens. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986830,"bill_number":"H2436","title":"To protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses","description":"Relative to prohibiting the transfer of patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses without the approval of the patients, guardian, or person legally responsible for the patient. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986831,"bill_number":"H2106","title":"Regarding ballot voting options","description":"Relative to adding a “none of the above” option to ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986833,"bill_number":"H2429","title":"Relative to the commercial and retail sale of Escolar in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale or distribution of the species of fish know as escolar in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986835,"bill_number":"H2097","title":"Relative to state primary elections","description":"Relative to establishing a date for certain state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2097","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986836,"bill_number":"H1991","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1991/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1991","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986838,"bill_number":"H2350","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986839,"bill_number":"H2383","title":"Regarding the authority of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission over the business of marijuana establishments","description":"Relative to the authority of the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission over the business of marijuana establishments. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986840,"bill_number":"H2420","title":"Building for the future of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish an annual program of education, self-evaluation and training for members of local planning boards and zoning boards of appeals and to promote affordable community housing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4397","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986842,"bill_number":"H2359","title":"To reduce the criminalization of poverty","description":"Relative to making comprehensive changes to the criminal justice system of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986843,"bill_number":"H2118","title":"To promote regionalization with watershed based permitting","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Environmental Protection to conduct a feasibility study for the implementation of watershed-based permitting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986844,"bill_number":"H2112","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986846,"bill_number":"H2291","title":"Relative to repeat drunk driving offenders","description":"Relative to repeat offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986851,"bill_number":"H2267","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986852,"bill_number":"H2398","title":"To combat the opioid addiction epidemic","description":"Relative to the minimum reimbursement rate for adult residential behavioral health and addiction treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986853,"bill_number":"H1958","title":"Updating the terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to change the name of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission to the commission for the protection of persons with disabilities and updating the terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986854,"bill_number":"H2166","title":"Relative to improving lives by ensuring access to brain injury treatment","description":"Relative to health care insurance coverage for brain injury treatments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S502","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986855,"bill_number":"H2139","title":"To improve water quality and pollution control programs","description":"Relative to the preparation of a water quality and pollution control program report including gap analysis, goals and recommendations for program improvements and comprehensive long-term funding. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986860,"bill_number":"H2121","title":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic bag pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4234","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986861,"bill_number":"H1952","title":"To bring child support home","description":"Relative to recovered amounts of child support obligations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986862,"bill_number":"H2375","title":"Relative to the development of certain land in the town of Orleans","description":"By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Cyr, a joint petition of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986863,"bill_number":"H2368","title":"Providing for the retention of retail workers","description":"Relative to retail worker status in stores transferring ownership. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986864,"bill_number":"H2370","title":"Protecting the employment benefits of Civil Air Patrol and Coast Guard Auxiliary members","description":"Relative to employees of the Civil Air Patrol and Coast Guard Auxiliary. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986870,"bill_number":"H2367","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to certain apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4217","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986871,"bill_number":"H2205","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986872,"bill_number":"H1983","title":"Relative to fees at health clubs","description":"Relative to membership fees at health clubs for certain physically or medically disabled persons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986873,"bill_number":"H2318","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986875,"bill_number":"H2347","title":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for assaults upon sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986877,"bill_number":"H2199","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2199/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2199","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986878,"bill_number":"H1994","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986879,"bill_number":"H2309","title":"Relative to sealing of juvenile records and expungement of court records","description":"Relative to the sealing and court record expunging of juvenile records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986880,"bill_number":"H2357","title":"Relative to ignition interlock","description":"Relative to the penalties for the removal of ignition interlock devices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986883,"bill_number":"H2136","title":"Relative to helium balloons","description":"Relative to the sale, use and distribution of any type of balloons. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986884,"bill_number":"H2148","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986886,"bill_number":"H2256","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986887,"bill_number":"H2000","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986889,"bill_number":"H2366","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to establishing the trade secrets act to govern the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986890,"bill_number":"H1969","title":"Establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"By Representative Ultrino of Malden and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Steven Ultrino, James B. Eldridge and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of anti-poverty strategies aimed at reducing chronic, multi-generational family poverty. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986892,"bill_number":"H2425","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986894,"bill_number":"H1957","title":"Improving outcomes for transition age youth","description":"Relative to the use and reporting of living arrangements of certain minors under the care of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986895,"bill_number":"H2002","title":"Increasing the experience and background necessary to operate low pressure processed steam boilers","description":"Relative to the experience and background necessary to operate low pressure processed steam boilers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2002/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986899,"bill_number":"H2233","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986901,"bill_number":"H2447","title":"Relative to firefighters","description":"Relative to the fees charged for the certification of firefighters as emergency medical technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986902,"bill_number":"H2226","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986903,"bill_number":"H2196","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986906,"bill_number":"H2428","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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986907,"bill_number":"H2211","title":"To reduce liability of acute hospitals to the 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2211","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986908,"bill_number":"H2288","title":"Relative to unborn children","description":"Relative to the use of anesthesia on a fetus prior to an abortion. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986909,"bill_number":"H2214","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2214/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986910,"bill_number":"H2063","title":"Relative to circuit breaker reimbursement","description":"Relative to the calculation of special education reimbursement amounts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986913,"bill_number":"H2030","title":"Relative to best management practices for wireless in schools and public institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to wireless internet service in schools and public institutions of higher education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986914,"bill_number":"H2264","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2264/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2264","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986918,"bill_number":"H2055","title":"Relative to student sun safety","description":"For legislation to allow the use of sunscreen in all public schools in the commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2055/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2055","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986919,"bill_number":"H1999","title":"Relative to home inspections","description":"For legislation to further regulate home inspectors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986920,"bill_number":"H2252","title":"Relative to constables","description":"Relative to constables. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986923,"bill_number":"H2188","title":"Relating to equitable provider reimbursement","description":"Relative to equitable health care provider reimbursement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986924,"bill_number":"H2117","title":"Relative to municipal assistance for clean water and economic development infrastructure","description":"Relative to the establishment of a water infrastructure improvement fund to provide assistance to cities and towns for clean water and economic development. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986925,"bill_number":"H2306","title":"Relative to the Garden of Peace","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Victim and Witness Assistance Board assume the management and administration of the Garden of Peace memorial garden in the city of Boston . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986926,"bill_number":"H2364","title":"Protecting the rights of workers","description":"Relative to the right to organize of certain workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986928,"bill_number":"H2145","title":"Relative to equine dentistry","description":"Relative to equine dentistry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986929,"bill_number":"H2012","title":"To close the achievement gap for English language learners","description":"Relative to English language learners at underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2012/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2012","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986933,"bill_number":"H2228","title":"Relative to state reciprocity agreements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Board of Higher Education to enter into state reciprocity agreements. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986934,"bill_number":"H2422","title":"Relative to local oversite of non-municipal public water supply systems","description":"For legislation affording local health departments or boards of health with permitting and oversite responsibility for public water supply systems of up to 10,000 gallons per day. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986937,"bill_number":"H2047","title":"Relative to target share funding","description":"For legislation to establish minimum funding levels for certain school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2047/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2047","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986939,"bill_number":"H2274","title":"To promote the well-being of minor children living with guardians","description":"Relative to guidelines for guardians of minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4701","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986940,"bill_number":"H2284","title":"Relative to streamline the judicial review of local land use decisions","description":"Relative to judicial review of local land use decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986942,"bill_number":"H2165","title":"Ensuring consumer choice of health care providers","description":"Relative to patient choice of health care providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986943,"bill_number":"H2131","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation to establish a program to provide matching reimbursements for healthy food programs within the Department of Agricultural Resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986945,"bill_number":"H2083","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2083/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986946,"bill_number":"H2297","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986947,"bill_number":"H2312","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2312","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986948,"bill_number":"H2240","title":"Relative to public housing","description":"Relative to mandated preferences on certain public housing waiting lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2240","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":986951,"bill_number":"H2074","title":"Preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors","description":"Relative to the disposal of resources for determining eligibility for Medicaid. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986953,"bill_number":"H2415","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986954,"bill_number":"H2215","title":"Relative to ensuring care is provided in the most appropriate setting","description":"Relative to a study to examine potential cost savings associated with providing health care services at community health centers and community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986955,"bill_number":"H2286","title":"Relative to interest required to be paid by municipalities","description":"Relative to interest required to be paid by municipalities in certain court actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986956,"bill_number":"H2386","title":"Relative to medical marijuana pediatric patient protections","description":"Relative to medical marijuana pediatric patient protections. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986959,"bill_number":"H2072","title":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to make investments in the long term care workforce and close the gap between Medicaid payments and the actual cost of providing nursing home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4787","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2072/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986960,"bill_number":"H2236","title":"To ensure minimum fair wages and employment stability for adjunct faculty","description":"Relative to adjunct faculty wages. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4153","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986961,"bill_number":"H2230","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"Relative to public higher education student information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S704","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2230/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2230","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986962,"bill_number":"H2087","title":"Relative to establishing a charter commission","description":"That the town of Seekonk be authorized to hold an election for the purpose of voting to seat a charter commission for said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2087/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2087","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986965,"bill_number":"H2195","title":"To add a compulsory death benefit to automobile liability insurance","description":"For legislation to add a compulsory death benefit to automobile liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986969,"bill_number":"H2153","title":"Relative to the Farm Technology Review Commission","description":"For legislation to reorganize the Farm Technology Review Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986970,"bill_number":"H2142","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986971,"bill_number":"H2200","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986972,"bill_number":"H2033","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986973,"bill_number":"H2025","title":"Relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings","description":"For legislation to establish certification for interpreters in educational settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2025","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986978,"bill_number":"H2245","title":"Relative to interagency efforts to reduce and prevent homelessness","description":"For legislation to develop and execute a housing stability and economic mobility memorandum of understanding to facilitate coordination in the delivery of services to low-income households. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986980,"bill_number":"H2399","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986981,"bill_number":"H2218","title":"Relative to protecting health care consumers","description":"Relative to operations or governance structure changes of healthcare service providers or provider organizations and the review of such changes by the Attorney General. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986982,"bill_number":"H2032","title":"Regarding certification of librarians","description":"Relative to the certification of librarians. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986985,"bill_number":"H2113","title":"To protect Massachusetts pollinators","description":"Relative to the use and protection of pollinators by further regulating the spraying, release, deposit or application of a neonicotinoid on certain agricultural land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4041","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986986,"bill_number":"H2163","title":"To amend credit card merchant agreements","description":"Relative to credit card merchant agreements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986987,"bill_number":"H1986","title":"Relative to the licensing of home inspectors","description":"For legislation to establish requirements for licensure as an associate home inspector. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986989,"bill_number":"H2170","title":"To preserve the competitiveness of group marketing plans for automobile and homeowners insurance","description":"For legislation to preserve the competitiveness of group marketing plans for automobile and homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4081","last_action_date":"2017-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986990,"bill_number":"H2356","title":"To add law enforcement councils to the Massachusetts TORT Claims Act","description":"For legislation to add law enforcement councils to the definition of employer under the tort claim law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986992,"bill_number":"H2222","title":"Preventing unnecessary medical debt","description":"Relative to preventing unnecessary medical debt through hospital and affiliate charity care policies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986993,"bill_number":"H2003","title":"Relative to the STEM advisory council","description":"Relative to the membership of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, or STEM, Advisory Council. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4170","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986994,"bill_number":"H2353","title":"To strengthen motor vehicle homicide penalties","description":"Relative to the penalties for felony motor vehicle homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986996,"bill_number":"H2108","title":"Protecting the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to environmental land replacement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2181","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":986999,"bill_number":"H2283","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2283","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":987000,"bill_number":"H2111","title":"Relative to the water resources of the Central Plymouth County Water District","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Brockton and the town of Whitman to become members of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4544","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987001,"bill_number":"H2336","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987002,"bill_number":"H2304","title":"Relative to eminent domain takings for private investment","description":"Relative to damages from eminent domain takings for private investment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987003,"bill_number":"H2026","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"Relative to deducting school choice tuition amounts from state aid for public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2026","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987006,"bill_number":"H1972","title":"Establishing an office of Massachusetts main streets","description":"For legislation to establish an office of Massachusetts main streets to promote and protect the downtown and commercial districts within the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987007,"bill_number":"H2260","title":"To simplify administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information","description":"Relative to the use of medical information as evidence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987008,"bill_number":"H2036","title":"Relative to emergency stock supply of epinephrine in schools","description":"Relative to emergency stock supply of epinephrine in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4130","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987009,"bill_number":"H2006","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2006/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2006","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987010,"bill_number":"H2068","title":"Establishing a home care aide training registry","description":"Relative to establishing a home care aide training registry. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2068/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2068","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987070,"bill_number":"H2554","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987071,"bill_number":"H2662","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Southborough","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Southborough. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4439","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987072,"bill_number":"H2506","title":"Relative to traffic and pedestrian stop data","description":"Relative to the collection and transmission of certain traffic and pedestrian stop data. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987074,"bill_number":"H2473","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the health impacts from land based wind turbines to protect the health of the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the health impacts from land based wind turbines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987075,"bill_number":"H2631","title":"To equitably support enhanced 911 service","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2631/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987076,"bill_number":"H2592","title":"Relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions","description":"Relative to marine vessel reporting and taxable exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3913","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987078,"bill_number":"H2527","title":"Relative to public safety personnel","description":"Relative to public safety personnel residency requirements and post retirement restrictions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987079,"bill_number":"H2432","title":"Improving medical care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1954","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987080,"bill_number":"H2716","title":"Relative to the Plymouth 400th","description":"Relative to the creation, design and funding for the Plymouth 400th Anniversary Celebration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987081,"bill_number":"H2577","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Holly Bastarache, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Holly Bastarache, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987083,"bill_number":"H2660","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987084,"bill_number":"H2774","title":"Amending the Valor Act","description":"For legislation to clarifiy procedural issues within the Valor Act. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987085,"bill_number":"H2732","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987087,"bill_number":"H2744","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987088,"bill_number":"H2495","title":"To require liability insurance for gun ownership","description":"For legislation to require liability insurance by gun owners. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987089,"bill_number":"H2692","title":"Improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"Relative to outdoor lighting fixtures intended to illuminate exterior surfaces of buildings or structures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987091,"bill_number":"H2536","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987092,"bill_number":"H2730","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"Relative to licensing of school bus operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987093,"bill_number":"H2573","title":"Relative to ensuring fairness in public employee workers compensation benefits","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987095,"bill_number":"H2652","title":"Relative to Norfolk County revenues and expenditures","description":"Relative to the revenues and expenditures of Norfolk County. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987099,"bill_number":"H2749","title":"Relative to Massachusetts drivers license information","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr., and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be directed to collect contact information of license applicants for use in case of emergencies. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987101,"bill_number":"H2520","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987103,"bill_number":"H2180","title":"Relative to patient choice to promote prescription safety","description":"Relative to prescriptions for certain opioid substances and narcotics. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987104,"bill_number":"H2465","title":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations","description":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987105,"bill_number":"H2643","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987107,"bill_number":"H2714","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2714/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2714","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987109,"bill_number":"H2519","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987110,"bill_number":"H2552","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 benefits eligibility and referral social worker positions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987112,"bill_number":"H2712","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation to increase certain net metering caps. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4577","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987115,"bill_number":"H2502","title":"Relative to emergency planning","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to assess and report on the preparedness plans for radiological accidents at the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station and the Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987116,"bill_number":"H2753","title":"Relative to online driver education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Joseph D. McKenna and Bradford R. Hill 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987117,"bill_number":"H2534","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987119,"bill_number":"H2500","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987120,"bill_number":"H2541","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987121,"bill_number":"H2594","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987123,"bill_number":"H2623","title":"Authorizing the town of Charlemont to establish a tax on commercial recreation services","description":"That the town of Charlemont be authorized to establish a tax on commercial recreational activities. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-06-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987124,"bill_number":"H2579","title":"Relative to civil service","description":"Relative to civil service employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2579","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":987126,"bill_number":"H2601","title":"To prevent discrimination against private pension sources","description":"Relative to the taxation of private pensions and government pensions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2601","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987127,"bill_number":"H2610","title":"Establishing a means-tested senior property tax exemption local option","description":"Relative to establishing local option means-tested senior property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4001","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987130,"bill_number":"H2718","title":"Designating Concord Road in the town of Westford as the Colonel John Robinson Memorial Highway","description":"Relative to designating a certain portion of state highway Route 225 known as Concord Road in the town of Westford as the Colonel John Robinson memorial highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987131,"bill_number":"H2653","title":"Relative to promoting small business competitiveness","description":"Relative to promoting small business competitiveness by reducing the tax on certain sales totaling one thousand dollars or greater. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987134,"bill_number":"H2702","title":"Relative to the purchase of utility poles by a municipality","description":"Relative to the purchase of utility poles by municipalities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987138,"bill_number":"H2617","title":"To promote high-impact community investment","description":"Relative to community investment tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3853","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987139,"bill_number":"H2566","title":"Providing for an early retirement incentive program for employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"For legislation to establish an early retirement incentive program for employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987141,"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 funded by additional assessments on meals and room occupancy taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987142,"bill_number":"H2570","title":"Relative to supplemental dependent allowance","description":"Relative to supplemental dependent allowance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987143,"bill_number":"H2673","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987144,"bill_number":"H2669","title":"Relative to the use of force accounts","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of so-called “force accounts”, so-called, by awarding authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987146,"bill_number":"H2706","title":"Relative to solar power and the green economy","description":"For legislation to establish a Commonwealth solar program to encourage the development of solar photovoltaic technology. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987147,"bill_number":"H2752","title":"Regarding right of way violations","description":"Relative to the penalties for right-of-way violations at intersections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987148,"bill_number":"H2483","title":"Relative to training for public safety officials 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987150,"bill_number":"H2618","title":"Maintaining land in agriculture","description":"Relative to farmland land transfer estate taxes . Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3915","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987151,"bill_number":"H2459","title":"Ensuring universal access to urgent and retail care","description":"Relative to access to urgent and retail care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987153,"bill_number":"H2575","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 at the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987154,"bill_number":"H2676","title":"Resolve relative to the commemoration of Governor James and General John Sullivan","description":"Relative to the commemoration of Governor James and General John Sullivan. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987157,"bill_number":"H2581","title":"Relative to clarifying the application of the heart bill","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and Timothy R. Whelan 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987158,"bill_number":"H2529","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987159,"bill_number":"H2468","title":"Relative to the health care of minors","description":"Relative to the health care of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987164,"bill_number":"H2512","title":"Relative to previously licensed gun owners","description":"Relative to previously licensed gun owners. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987165,"bill_number":"H2633","title":"Relative to the taxation of the sale of active opioids","description":"Relative to the taxation of the sale of active opioids. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987166,"bill_number":"H2613","title":"Relative to the taxation of machinery","description":"Relative to the taxation of farm machinery. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987169,"bill_number":"H2640","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987170,"bill_number":"H2729","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1900","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987171,"bill_number":"H2694","title":"Relative to aggregated gas power","description":"Relative to aggregated gas power. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987174,"bill_number":"H2767","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987175,"bill_number":"H2745","title":"Relative to boater safety","description":"Relative to boater safety and certification. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987176,"bill_number":"H2713","title":"Further promoting energy efficiency and green jobs","description":"For legislation to establish oil heat energy efficiency programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987178,"bill_number":"H2771","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987180,"bill_number":"H2737","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"For legislation to allow the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to waive the fee for identification for certain homeless youth and persons. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987181,"bill_number":"H2654","title":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","description":"Relative to cranberry bog renovation tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4067","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987183,"bill_number":"H2455","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987184,"bill_number":"H2578","title":"Relative to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund board of directors","description":"Relative to the membership of the board of trustees of the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987185,"bill_number":"H2741","title":"Concerning tunnel safety","description":"Relative to the purchase of tunnel safety insurance by the Executive Office of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987187,"bill_number":"H2698","title":"Protecting ratepayers from gas pipeline expansion costs","description":"For legislation to prohibit companies from charging ratepayers for the construction or expansion of interstate gas infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987189,"bill_number":"H2605","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987190,"bill_number":"H2503","title":"Assuring municipal control of military equipment procurement by local law enforcement","description":"For legislation to require local approval for military equipment procurement by local law enforcement departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987191,"bill_number":"H2602","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to relief from joint and several liabilities on joint tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4942","last_action_date":"2018-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987194,"bill_number":"H2504","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987195,"bill_number":"H2620","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987196,"bill_number":"H2545","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987199,"bill_number":"H2711","title":"Relative to streamflow standards","description":"For legislation to establish oil heat energy efficiency programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987201,"bill_number":"H2486","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987202,"bill_number":"H2720","title":"To allow oral examinations for learner’s permits","description":"For legislation to allow oral examinations for learner’s permits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987204,"bill_number":"H2445","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987205,"bill_number":"H2638","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3859","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987206,"bill_number":"H2659","title":"Relative to government publications","description":"Relative to the literacy level of government publications. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987213,"bill_number":"H2219","title":"Ensuring community hospital acceleration, revitalization and transformation","description":"For legislation to establish a one-time surcharge assessment by the Health Policy Commission on all surcharge payers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987214,"bill_number":"H2740","title":"Updating regulations on driving tests","description":"Relative to motor vehicle driving test vehicle requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987215,"bill_number":"H2701","title":"Relative to municipal authority in public rights of way","description":"Relative to public utilities that operate in public rights of way. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987217,"bill_number":"H2464","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the safety of dental amalgam","description":"Relative to the safety of dental amalgam. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987219,"bill_number":"H2537","title":"Relative to Trial Court reporters","description":"By Mr. Donato of Medford, a petition 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987220,"bill_number":"H2755","title":"Relative to crosswalk markings","description":"Relative to crosswalks erected and maintained on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987221,"bill_number":"H2596","title":"Establishing a special commission on payment in lieu of taxes to municipalities in which group homes are located","description":"By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study establishing a payment in lieu of taxes mechanism for municipalities in which group homes are located. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987223,"bill_number":"H2289","title":"Criminalizing sexual assault by fraud by a medical professional","description":"Relative to criminalizing sexual assault by fraud by a medical professional. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987224,"bill_number":"H2597","title":"Relative to establishing a special commission to study the efficacy of funding the construction of public safety buildings through the sales tax","description":"Relative to funding the construction of public safety buildings through the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987226,"bill_number":"H2645","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987228,"bill_number":"H2677","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987229,"bill_number":"H2546","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teacher retirement system","description":"Relative to creditable service within the Teachers’ Retirement System for service rendered in territories or military bases. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987230,"bill_number":"H2227","title":"Relative to higher education financial literacy counseling","description":"Relative to financial literacy counseling for students accepted at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987231,"bill_number":"H2625","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2625","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987233,"bill_number":"H2591","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987235,"bill_number":"H2528","title":"To increase membership in the PRIM board","description":"Relative to an increase in membership on the Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987237,"bill_number":"H2661","title":"Relative to the electronic filing of and public access to statements of financial interests","description":"Relative to the electronic filing of and public access to statements of financial interests by certain public officials and candidates. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987238,"bill_number":"H2525","title":"Regarding the Group Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to the composition of the Group Insurance Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987239,"bill_number":"H2530","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987242,"bill_number":"H2497","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987243,"bill_number":"H2411","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987245,"bill_number":"H2699","title":"Promoting zero-emission vehicles","description":"Relative to promotion and regulation of zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987246,"bill_number":"H2518","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987249,"bill_number":"H2648","title":"Relative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts","description":"Relative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987250,"bill_number":"H2457","title":"Relating to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987251,"bill_number":"H2750","title":"Relative to equal access for motorcycles","description":"Relative to parking for motorcycles at publicly funded facilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987253,"bill_number":"H2604","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987254,"bill_number":"H2727","title":"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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4537","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987255,"bill_number":"H2687","title":"Authorizing resiliency measures under commercial property assessed clean energy","description":"Relative to authorizing resiliency measures under commercial property assessed clean energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987263,"bill_number":"H2722","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1900","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987264,"bill_number":"H2439","title":"Relative to medical peer review","description":"Relative to medical peer review. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987265,"bill_number":"H2691","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987266,"bill_number":"H2557","title":"Relative to a universal sick leave bank policy","description":"For legislation to create a sick leave bank policy for state agencies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987268,"bill_number":"H2682","title":"Supporting community access television","description":"For legislation to require cable television operators to provide public, educational, and governmental access channels. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987269,"bill_number":"H2470","title":"Relative to defining surgery","description":"For legislation to further define the term “surgery”. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987272,"bill_number":"H2508","title":"Relative to expanding the fee exemption for renewing a license to carry to include veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from paying renewal fees for a license to carry firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987273,"bill_number":"H2542","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987274,"bill_number":"H2615","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to further regulate expenditures for mortgages from the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3662","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987276,"bill_number":"H2647","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987277,"bill_number":"H2480","title":"To promote public health through the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund","description":"Relative to the funding and management of the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2480","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987279,"bill_number":"H2684","title":"Relative to federally regulated renewable energy facilities","description":"Relative to certain federally regulated renewable energy facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987280,"bill_number":"H2560","title":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification","description":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987285,"bill_number":"H2485","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987286,"bill_number":"H2608","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"Relative to the calculation of net worth of certain business corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3663","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987287,"bill_number":"H2524","title":"Relative to retirees","description":"Relative to the retirement allowance for Daniel J. Brophy and the identification of similar individuals with excess earnings by the Public Employment Retirement Administration Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987290,"bill_number":"H2551","title":"Relative to retirement for nuclear reactor operators","description":"Relative to retirement for certain nuclear energy related employees of University of Massachusetts Lowell. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987291,"bill_number":"H2658","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987293,"bill_number":"H2531","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987295,"bill_number":"H2765","title":"Establishing emergency medical services for veterans","description":"Relative to emergency medical services for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2326","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987296,"bill_number":"H2760","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration and display of lights on vehicles","description":"Relative to motor vehicle registration and display of lights on vehicles owned by certain native Americans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987297,"bill_number":"H2607","title":"Relative to the conservation land tax","description":"For legislation to increase the limit on tax credits for donations of certified land to public or private conservation agencies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3855","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987300,"bill_number":"H2571","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987302,"bill_number":"H2723","title":"Establishing a rapid transportation pilot for the Fairmount corridor","description":"Relative to establishing a rapid transportation pilot project for service improvement and cost assessment along the Fairmount line of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987303,"bill_number":"H2719","title":"Relative to commercial driver licensing","description":"Relative to language compatibility in the commercial driver licensing process. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987304,"bill_number":"H2523","title":"Requiring creditable service for Massachusetts National Guard service","description":"For legislation to grant creditable service time for Massachusetts National Guard service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987307,"bill_number":"H2683","title":"Relative to protecting consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas","description":"Relative to the payment by ratepayers for gas and electricity use of lost and unaccounted for gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987310,"bill_number":"H2532","title":"Relative to the appointment and reappointment of public safety officers","description":"Relative to the appointment and reappointment of certain public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987312,"bill_number":"H2505","title":"Relative to the requirement of explosive gas sensor devices","description":"For legislation to require explosive gas sensor devices in residential buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987314,"bill_number":"H2559","title":"Relative to the task force on employee vacation and earned sick leave credit","description":"Relative to state employee vacation and earned sick leave credits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987315,"bill_number":"H2772","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987316,"bill_number":"H2619","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987318,"bill_number":"H2576","title":"To ensure fairness in retirement benefits for certain employees of the department of corrections","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987319,"bill_number":"H2697","title":"Relative to small hydro","description":"Relative to the small hydroelectric power net metering facilities program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4304","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987320,"bill_number":"H2665","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987322,"bill_number":"H2469","title":"To enhance access to prescription information and overdose reporting for care coordination","description":"For legislation to further regulate the collection and reporting of data from the electronic monitoring of the prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987323,"bill_number":"H2768","title":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987325,"bill_number":"H2119","title":"Relative to the Sudbury watershed advisory committee","description":"Relative to the establishment of a Sudbury watershed advisory committee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987326,"bill_number":"H2646","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987328,"bill_number":"H2761","title":"Relative to student driver safety","description":"Relative to holders of a learner’s permit or Junior Operator driver’s license. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987329,"bill_number":"H2461","title":"Relative to the public health benefits of expanding access to drinking water in public places","description":"Relative to increasing access to drinking water in public places. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987330,"bill_number":"H2583","title":"Relative to a polygraph testing for police officer applicants","description":"Relative to polygraph testing procedures for police officer applicants. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987332,"bill_number":"H2467","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987333,"bill_number":"H2544","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987335,"bill_number":"H2513","title":"Relative to the creditable service for local municipal police and the Massachusetts State Police","description":"Relative to creditable service for certain local and state police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987337,"bill_number":"H2688","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987339,"bill_number":"H2606","title":"Relative to an income tax rollback","description":"Relative to the rate of taxation on income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987341,"bill_number":"H2441","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987343,"bill_number":"H2515","title":"Relative to disability benefits","description":"Relative to disability benefits for incapacitated public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987344,"bill_number":"H2746","title":"Providing for public-private transportation facilities","description":"Relative to the construction of public-private transportation facilities in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987345,"bill_number":"H2668","title":"Relative to cyber procurements","description":"For legislation to provide procurement preference to vendors that carry cybersecurity insurance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987347,"bill_number":"H2479","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2475","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987348,"bill_number":"H2616","title":"Relative to the dairy farm tax credit","description":"Relative to the cap on the dairy farm tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3908","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987349,"bill_number":"H2734","title":"Making technical corrections to the aeronautics laws of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to aeronautics laws. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4345","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987351,"bill_number":"H2599","title":"Relative to 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987352,"bill_number":"H2736","title":"Relative to the licensure of inspection stations","description":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3866","last_action_date":"2017-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987353,"bill_number":"H2632","title":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","description":"For legislation to authorize certain municipalities to implement tax increment financing plans to encourage housing rehabilitation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4375","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987363,"bill_number":"H2630","title":"Relative to long term care insurance tax credit","description":"Relative to long term care insurance tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987365,"bill_number":"H2626","title":"Relative to the charitable donation of apparently wholesome food","description":"For legislation to provide certain tax credits for charitable donation of apparently wholesome food. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987366,"bill_number":"H2588","title":"On housing affordability","description":"Relative to tax treatment of housing expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987367,"bill_number":"H2685","title":"Further regulating utility contracts","description":"Relative to natural gas pipeline contracts filed by electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987369,"bill_number":"H2440","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987370,"bill_number":"H2580","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the soldier's homes","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain care givers at the soldier's homes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987371,"bill_number":"H2563","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1482","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987373,"bill_number":"H2705","title":"Establishing a municipal light commission in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal light commission in the town of Greenfield . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 164 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987374,"bill_number":"H2715","title":"Establishing an agricultural tourism study commission","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik and others establishing an agricultural tourism study commission. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987377,"bill_number":"H2565","title":"Relative to pension reform","description":"Relative to the calculation of retirement allowances for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2565/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987379,"bill_number":"H2509","title":"Relative to the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed","description":"For legislation to raise the maximum storage charge of involuntarily towed, non-commercial motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987381,"bill_number":"H2585","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 for heavy duty and medium duty vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987382,"bill_number":"H2533","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987384,"bill_number":"H2651","title":"To modernize the renewable energy property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the renewable energy property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3906","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987385,"bill_number":"H2636","title":"Relative to a senior exemption for the town of Harwich","description":"Relative to a senior property tax exemption for the town of Harwich. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4437","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987386,"bill_number":"H2655","title":"Relative to the separation of cranberry bogs from agricultural use for renewable energy purposes","description":"For legislation to exempts portions of cranberry bogs set aside for renewable energy purposes from certain taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987388,"bill_number":"H2453","title":"Relative to electronic prescribing of opiates and other controlled substances","description":"Relative to electronic prescribing of opiates and other controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987389,"bill_number":"H2690","title":"Relative to the safety of teenage drivers","description":"Relative to requiring wireless service providers to provide applications for the promotion of safe driving by teenagers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987391,"bill_number":"H2510","title":"Relative to gun free zones","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis and others for an investigation by a special commission to study and evaluate policies within the so-called “Gun Free Zones”. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987392,"bill_number":"H2731","title":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"Relative to motor vehicle checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987394,"bill_number":"H2656","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987396,"bill_number":"H2726","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise taxes","description":"For legislation to simplify the motor vehicle excise tax process and prevent multiple excise charges. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987397,"bill_number":"H2475","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987399,"bill_number":"H2742","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987400,"bill_number":"H2555","title":"Relative to creditable service for certain state contract employees","description":"Relative to creditable service for certain state contract employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987401,"bill_number":"H2770","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987402,"bill_number":"H2574","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987405,"bill_number":"H2456","title":"Relative to pupil dental health","description":"Relative to oral health examinations for public school students. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987406,"bill_number":"H2561","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2561","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987409,"bill_number":"H2743","title":"Concerning traffic violations","description":"Relative to stopping at marked crosswalks to permit a pedestrian to cross. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2743/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987412,"bill_number":"H2482","title":"Relative to fire protection","description":"Relative to clarifying the standards for requiring the installation of automatic sprinkler systems in rehabilitated buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987413,"bill_number":"H2766","title":"Relative to annuities for widows and surviving relatives of veterans","description":"Relativerelatives of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2766/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2766","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987415,"bill_number":"H2671","title":"Relative to state funding of certain nonprofits","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of state funds for Planned Parenthood Federation of America. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Discharged to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2017-10-17","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987418,"bill_number":"H2707","title":"Relative to misuse of eminent domain","description":"Relative to natural gas pipeline eminent domain takings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2707","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":987419,"bill_number":"H2748","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2748","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987420,"bill_number":"H2514","title":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler","description":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987422,"bill_number":"H2442","title":"To create a stroke system of care","description":"For legislation to establish safeguards to prevent death and disability from stroke. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4623","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987424,"bill_number":"H1998","title":"Providing for the licensing of applied behavior analysts","description":"Relative to licensing of applied behavior analysts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987425,"bill_number":"H2488","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987428,"bill_number":"H2627","title":"Relative to municipal oversight","description":"By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition of Michael J. Moran that the Massachusetts Port Authority be authorized to tax and impose additional regulations on transportation network companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987429,"bill_number":"H2670","title":"Eliminating the MGL30B exemption for solid waste and recycling","description":"Relative to eliminating the exemption for solid waste and recycling under the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2670","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":987430,"bill_number":"H2511","title":"Regarding architectural access","description":"For legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987435,"bill_number":"H2507","title":"Relative to fair licensing","description":"Relative to the licensing of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987436,"bill_number":"H2758","title":"Relative to the eligibility 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4346","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987437,"bill_number":"H2762","title":"Providing for a Red Star/Blue Star license plate to survivors of firefighters and police officers who have died in the line of duty","description":"For legislation to provide Red Star/Blue Star license plates to survivors of firefighters and police officers who died in the line of duty. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-10-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987439,"bill_number":"H2593","title":"To promote economic development in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize tourism destination marketing districts within cities and towns to be funded by room occupancy fee assessments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4002","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987441,"bill_number":"H2724","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987442,"bill_number":"H2543","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987443,"bill_number":"H2754","title":"Regulating the posting of speed limits","description":"Relative to regulating the posting of speed limits on certain lands, roadways and parkways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987446,"bill_number":"H2477","title":"To amend the medical peer review law","description":"Relative to the medical peer review law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987447,"bill_number":"H2517","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987449,"bill_number":"H2272","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2272","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":987450,"bill_number":"H2756","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987451,"bill_number":"H2642","title":"Providing for local aid enhancement","description":"Relative to room occupancy excise tax on vacation rental of houses, apartments, cottages or condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987452,"bill_number":"H2498","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987454,"bill_number":"H2739","title":"Relative to motor vehicle inspection duration","description":"Relative to motor vehicle inspection duration upon the sale of the vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2739","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987461,"bill_number":"H2678","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987462,"bill_number":"H2603","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987464,"bill_number":"H2634","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987465,"bill_number":"H2478","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987466,"bill_number":"H2624","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987468,"bill_number":"H2476","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987470,"bill_number":"H2496","title":"Providing for mental wellness training for police officers","description":"For legislation to require mental wellness and suicide prevention training for police personnel. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987471,"bill_number":"H2609","title":"To promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the taxation and calculation of the net income of certain business corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987473,"bill_number":"H2764","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987476,"bill_number":"H2471","title":"To promote parity in health care assessments","description":"Relative to health care assessments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987477,"bill_number":"H2462","title":"Relative to sexual assault counselor task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force relative to the certification and training of sexual assault counselors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987478,"bill_number":"H2472","title":"Relative to nuclear power plant protections","description":"Relative to emergency planning zones for nuclear power plants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987480,"bill_number":"H2704","title":"Concerning energy efficient improvements","description":"For legislation to establish a residential sustainable energy program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987481,"bill_number":"H2700","title":"To increase the renewable portfolio standard and ensure compliance with the Global Warming Solutions Act","description":"Relative to compliance with the Global Warming Solutions Act. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987484,"bill_number":"H2725","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987485,"bill_number":"H2454","title":"Relative to the adoption of animals used in research","description":"Relative to the adoption of animals from research institutions licensed to use dogs or cats. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987486,"bill_number":"H2539","title":"Relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts teachers’ retirement system","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement Board to grant Robin Goldberg of the town of Southborough certain creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987487,"bill_number":"H2582","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987489,"bill_number":"H2431","title":"Protecting the health and safety of people in restaurants","description":"Relative to requiring choke response employee training in all restaurants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987491,"bill_number":"H2538","title":"Relative to retirement credit for out of state service","description":"Relative to retirement credit for out of state service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2538","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987492,"bill_number":"H2363","title":"Relative to the small necessities leave act","description":"For legislation to include adoption in the definition of \"elderly relative\" in the family and medical leave enforcement law [corrected]. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4859","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987494,"bill_number":"H2641","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987495,"bill_number":"H2463","title":"Relative to the treatment of glaucoma and other eye related disorders","description":"Relative to optometrists and treatment of eye disorders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1169","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987496,"bill_number":"H2600","title":"Relative to promote energy storage systems","description":"Relative to the taxation of energy storage systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4576","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987497,"bill_number":"H2709","title":"Codifying the electric vehicle consumer rebate program","description":"Relative to the electric vehicle consumer rebate program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987500,"bill_number":"H2738","title":"To enhance agricultural operations","description":"For legislation to allow farmers to operate all-terrain vehicles for short distances on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987501,"bill_number":"H2733","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"Relative to temporary motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4342","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987502,"bill_number":"H2696","title":"Relative to encourage predictability in utility connections","description":"Relative to service quality standards for public utilities and predictability in utility connections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987504,"bill_number":"H2501","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987510,"bill_number":"H2572","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of state inspectors","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of certain state inspectors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987511,"bill_number":"H2703","title":"Relative to encouraging greater renewable energy production in rural Massachusetts","description":"Relative to bioenergy gasification net metering and renewable energy production. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987513,"bill_number":"H2773","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987514,"bill_number":"H2674","title":"Establishing a yearly audit of MassHealth and the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a yearly audit of MassHealth and the Department of Transitional Assistance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987515,"bill_number":"H2721","title":"To create the transportation technology advisory commission","description":"Relative to the impacts and consequences of changing technologies in the field of transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987519,"bill_number":"H2775","title":"Relative to the fiscally responsible budget growth","description":"Relative to the growth of the state budget. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987520,"bill_number":"H2757","title":"Allowing a service branch designation on license plates for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to motorcycle license plates for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987521,"bill_number":"H2489","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987524,"bill_number":"H2460","title":"Ensuring safe urgent and retail care","description":"Relative to urgent care and retail clinics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987525,"bill_number":"H2598","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987526,"bill_number":"H2649","title":"Making senior citizen property tax relief more equitable","description":"Relative to property tax relief for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987528,"bill_number":"H2526","title":"Relative to public retiree COLA financing","description":"Relative to public retiree cost-of-living adjustment financing. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987529,"bill_number":"H2494","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987531,"bill_number":"H2595","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987532,"bill_number":"H2735","title":"Relative to aviation preservation restrictions","description":"For legislation to establish an aviation lands preservation committee within the Aeronautics Division of the Department of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987534,"bill_number":"H2556","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to the residency requirements of fire and police personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987535,"bill_number":"H2693","title":"Relative to the placement of overhead transmission lines","description":"Relative to the placement of new overhead transmission lines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987538,"bill_number":"H2430","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987540,"bill_number":"H2102","title":"Relative to UOCAVA voting","description":"Relative to uniformed and overseas citizens absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987541,"bill_number":"H2590","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987542,"bill_number":"H2491","title":"Relative to penalties for false distress calls","description":"Relative to the penalties for false distress calls. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987544,"bill_number":"H2516","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987545,"bill_number":"H2535","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987546,"bill_number":"H2490","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987547,"bill_number":"H2622","title":"To promote adoption","description":"Relative to a taxpayer exemption for adopted children. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987550,"bill_number":"H2695","title":"Relative to anaerobic digestion","description":"Relative to the creation of a program for anaerobic digestion net metering facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4303","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987551,"bill_number":"H2751","title":"To establish regional transit authority enterprise fund","description":"For legislation to authorize regional transit authorities to establish enterprise funds. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987553,"bill_number":"H2484","title":"To require seatbelts on school buses","description":"For legislation to require the use of seatbelts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987557,"bill_number":"H2487","title":"Authorizing certain federal personnel to exercise police powers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to grant certain police powers to federal law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2487","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":987558,"bill_number":"H2558","title":"Relative to reform sick time","description":"Relative to sick time benefits for certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987560,"bill_number":"H2667","title":"Requiring government neutrality in all public construction projects","description":"For legislation to prohibits the use of “union-only” requirements in public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987562,"bill_number":"H2612","title":"Relative to fire sprinkler installation incentives","description":"Relative to providing tax incentives for the installation of fire sprinklers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987564,"bill_number":"H2708","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987565,"bill_number":"H2587","title":"To support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit","description":"Relative to the operation of a program to support organizations providing tax assistance services to individuals and families qualifying for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3914","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987567,"bill_number":"H2681","title":"Relative to PILOT compensation to towns with high percentage of state owned land","description":"Relative to payment in lieu of taxes to cities and towns with state owned land. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987568,"bill_number":"H2568","title":"Establishing fairness in GIC healthcare premiums","description":"Relative to Group Insurance Commission healthcare premium contributions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987569,"bill_number":"H2672","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land known as Marie-Louise Kehoe Park to the town of Dedham","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land known as Marie-Louise Kehoe Park to the town of Dedham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987571,"bill_number":"H2564","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987572,"bill_number":"H2553","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987573,"bill_number":"H2657","title":"Relative to the timely and consistent payment of law enforcement personnel","description":"Relative to the payment of police officers under certain public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987574,"bill_number":"H2548","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly","description":"For legislation to authorize the Teachers' Retirement Board to grant Thomas Brian Donnelly one year of creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987576,"bill_number":"H2769","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987577,"bill_number":"H2621","title":"Relative to ballot question equity","description":"Relative to reduction of the income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987578,"bill_number":"H2666","title":"Relative to the use of project labor agreements","description":"For legislation to require authorities mandating project labor agreements to report to the House and","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987582,"bill_number":"H2629","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987584,"bill_number":"H2639","title":"Increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3860","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987587,"bill_number":"H2567","title":"Relative to future public retiree healthcare benefits","description":"Relative to benefits from the contributory group insurance program for persons in the service of the Commonwealth or counties, cities, towns and districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987588,"bill_number":"H2547","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987589,"bill_number":"H2686","title":"Improving recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the development of economically sound and environmentally progressive solid waste management strategies to improve recycling. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987591,"bill_number":"H2650","title":"Clarifying uncertainties in the clean energy market and in the local taxation of clean energy producing property","description":"Relative to taxation of certain solar or wind powered energy systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987593,"bill_number":"H2493","title":"Relative to the disclosure of automatic fire sprinkler system information","description":"For legislation to require builders to provide information on automatic fire sprinkler systems to buyers of new construction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987594,"bill_number":"H2039","title":"Requiring public school districts to add civics to their curriculum","description":"For legislation to require public school districts to include civics in their curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2039/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2039","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987595,"bill_number":"H2628","title":"Relative to the room occupancy excise","description":"Relative to room occupancy excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2628","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987597,"bill_number":"H2569","title":"Limiting out of pocket health expenses","description":"Relative to out of pocket health expenses for active and retired employees, their dependents and survivors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987598,"bill_number":"H2637","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 properties in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987599,"bill_number":"H2584","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustments for retired justices","description":"Relative to the cost-of-living adjustments for retired justices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987601,"bill_number":"H2663","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987604,"bill_number":"H2466","title":"Relative to organ and tissue donation","description":"For legislation to further regulate organ and tissue donation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2466","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":987605,"bill_number":"H2549","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987607,"bill_number":"H2763","title":"Providing for designated parking for veterans at city and town halls","description":"For legislation to provide a designated parking space for veterans at city and town halls. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987609,"bill_number":"H2589","title":"Relative to chapter land applications","description":"Relative to certain deadlines for taxes on recreational, agricultural and horticultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1607","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987610,"bill_number":"H2521","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987611,"bill_number":"H2679","title":"Relative to municipal impact statements","description":"Relative to the disclosure of financial impacts on cities and town due to state regulation changes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987613,"bill_number":"H2586","title":"Relating to economic development and supporting the infrastructure that enables it","description":"Relative to lodging marketplace registration, taxation and distribution. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987614,"bill_number":"H2664","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987619,"bill_number":"H2562","title":"To amend retirement benefits for certain employees of the Parole Board","description":"For legislation to include transitional parole officer I, II, III employees of the Parole Board in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2562","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987620,"bill_number":"H2759","title":"Relative to personal injuries or property damage from defective public ways","description":"Relative to reimbursement for personal injuries or property damage from defective ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4596","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987622,"bill_number":"H2444","title":"Relative to transparent health care data","description":"Relative to transparent and timely health care data. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987623,"bill_number":"H2443","title":"To promote timely physician licensure and credentialing","description":"Relative to promoting timely physician licensure and credentialing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987625,"bill_number":"H2499","title":"Relative to the safety of students","description":"Relative to the installation and use of safety belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987626,"bill_number":"H2474","title":"Authorizing dental therapists to expand access to oral health","description":"For legislation to authorize dental therapists to expand patient access to oral health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4454","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987627,"bill_number":"H2635","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3909","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987629,"bill_number":"H2614","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3855","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987630,"bill_number":"H2747","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987631,"bill_number":"H2540","title":"Relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees","description":"Relative to joint purchasing group committee membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987633,"bill_number":"H2522","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987634,"bill_number":"H2717","title":"To establish a Massachusetts percent for arts program","description":"For legislation to establish a fund for the creation, acquisition, conservation and maintenance of public art and the creation of a public art commission. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987635,"bill_number":"H2680","title":"Relative to recognition of the \"Honor and Remember\" flag in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis 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 lost their lives while serving. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987636,"bill_number":"H2492","title":"Relative to defensive electric devices","description":"Relative to the sale or possession of electrical weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4691","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987638,"bill_number":"H2710","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987639,"bill_number":"H2458","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987640,"bill_number":"H2689","title":"Regulating the location of generation facilities","description":"Relative to the locating of generation facilities within one mile of certain public areas and areas of critical environmental concern. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987642,"bill_number":"H2550","title":"Relative to interest arbitration","description":"Relative to interest arbitration for state police collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987643,"bill_number":"H2481","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":987644,"bill_number":"H2675","title":"Relative to transparency in the MBTA Retirement Fund","description":"By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Diehl of Whitman, a petition of Shaunna L. O'Connell, Geoff Diehl and David F. DeCoste that the Executive Office of Administration and Finance include the MBTA Retirement Fund in a searchable database. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":988015,"bill_number":"H1967","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relative to the administration of the personal care attendant program by the Division of Medical Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":988024,"bill_number":"H2728","title":"To promote safety, efficiency and accountability in transportation projects through public inspections","description":"For legislation to assure safety, efficiency and accountability in transportation projects through public inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2728","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":988031,"bill_number":"H2611","title":"To promote best tax expenditure practices","description":"For legislation to provide for an annual review of certain tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":988310,"bill_number":"H2777","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 (House, No. 2777). Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4699","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":988528,"bill_number":"H2776","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robin Ouellette, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robin Ouellette, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":990160,"bill_number":"H2780","title":"Establishing the department of inspectional services and permitting in the town of Lakeville","description":"That the town of Lakeville be authorized to establish a department of inspectional services and permitting for said town . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2780","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":990290,"bill_number":"H2778","title":"Relative to elections in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"That the town council and the school committee of the city known as the town of Greenfield be authorized to submit certain measures to the voters of said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-13","last_action":"Consolidated with H4483","last_action_date":"2018-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":990426,"bill_number":"H2779","title":"Relative to the traffic commission in the city of Woburn","description":"Relative to effective dates of rules and regulations established by the traffic commission of the city of Woburn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2779","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":990557,"bill_number":"H2782","title":"Exempting certain uniformed positions in the fire department of the city of Marlborough from the civil service law","description":"That the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt all positions in the fire department of said city from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2782","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":990684,"bill_number":"H2781","title":"Authorizing the city of Chicopee to lease a certain building","description":"That the city of Chicopee be authorized to lease a certain building in said city for a term of twenty-five years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993462,"bill_number":"H48","title":"Revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H48/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H48","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993762,"bill_number":"H34","title":"Relative to life insurance proceeds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to life insurance proceeds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4785","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H34/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H34","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993763,"bill_number":"H50","title":"To establish uniform collaborative law","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to establishing uniform collaborative law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H50/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H50","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993764,"bill_number":"S2040","title":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-03-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2138","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993765,"bill_number":"H46","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. 42) as relates to renaming the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act and making other amendments thereto. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H46/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H46","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993766,"bill_number":"H2791","title":"Creating 'Jack's Law'","description":"Relative to penalties for manufacturing, distributing, dispensing or possessing certain controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2791","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993767,"bill_number":"H2785","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests","description":"Relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests, detention, convictions and incarceration. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993768,"bill_number":"H2789","title":"Relative to town meeting members in the town of Burlington","description":"Relative to the eligibility of town meeting members to hold other elected positions in town government of the town of Burlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993769,"bill_number":"H38","title":"Relative to motor vehicles and aircraft","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to motor vehicles and aircraft. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4099","last_action_date":"2018-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H38/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H38","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993770,"bill_number":"H47","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. 42) as relates to the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2500","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H47/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H47","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993771,"bill_number":"H36","title":"Relative to the deposit of public monies","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to the deposit of public monies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H36/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H36","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993772,"bill_number":"S2039","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied H2077","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2039/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2039","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993773,"bill_number":"H2790","title":"Directing the Fall River Retirement Board to pay a certain retirement benefit to the surviving spouse of Adam Franco","description":"By Representative Fiola of Fall River and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition of Carole A. Fiola and Michael J. Rodrigues (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Fall River Retirement Board be authorized to pay certain retirement benefits to the surviving spouse of Adam Franco. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993774,"bill_number":"H41","title":"Relative to student debt","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to student debt. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H41/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H41","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993775,"bill_number":"S2041","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cheryl Ramirez, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Cheryl Ramirez, an employee of the executive office of public safety and security. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2041/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993776,"bill_number":"H52","title":"Relative to the Uniform Unsworn Foreign Declarations Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to the Uniform Unsworn Foreign Declarations Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H52/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H52","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993777,"bill_number":"H44","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. 42) 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H44/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H44","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993778,"bill_number":"H54","title":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H54/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H54","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993779,"bill_number":"H53","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. 42) as relates to the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H53/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H53","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993780,"bill_number":"H2787","title":"Authorizing the city of Peabody to grant 20 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Peabody be authorized to grant twenty 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":"2017-03-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3788","last_action_date":"2017-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993781,"bill_number":"H45","title":"Adopting the Uniform Assignment of Rents Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to adopting the Uniform Assignment of Rents Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H45/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H45","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993782,"bill_number":"S2038","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2038).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993783,"bill_number":"H2783","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-03-29","last_action":"Reported by H3648","last_action_date":"2017-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2783/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2783","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993784,"bill_number":"H43","title":"Making uniform the law regarding trade secrets","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to making uniform the law regarding trade secrets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H43/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H43","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993785,"bill_number":"H51","title":"Revising the law recognizing foreign-country money judgments","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to revising the law recognizing foreign country money judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H51/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H51","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993786,"bill_number":"H2786","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3752","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993787,"bill_number":"H2788","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-16","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993788,"bill_number":"H2784","title":"Providing for an investigation and study by the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation regarding the implementation of Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2013 (Right to Repair Act)","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry, John J. Lawn, Jr. and Jose F. Tosado that the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development be authorized to investigate whether motor vehicle manufacturers are complying with certain provision of the automotive \"Right-to-Repair Act\", so called. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993789,"bill_number":"H39","title":"Relative to surety bonds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to surety bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H39/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H39","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993790,"bill_number":"H35","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. 23) as relates to enhancing consumer protection with respect to unclaimed property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4785","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H35/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H35","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993791,"bill_number":"H37","title":"Relative to explosive bonds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to explosive bonds. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H37/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H37","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993884,"bill_number":"H40","title":"Relative to financial literacy","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to financial literacy. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H40/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H40","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993955,"bill_number":"H20","title":"Relative to Chapter 32, Section 15(7) determinations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 17) as relates to further regulating the law prohibiting retirement allowances based upon concealed or misreported salaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H20/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H20","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993957,"bill_number":"H22","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. 21) as relates to the forfeiture of pension upon conviction of child pornography and other offenses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H22/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H22","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993964,"bill_number":"H29","title":"Relative to the SMART Plan","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to the SMART Plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4788","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H29/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H29","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993967,"bill_number":"H13","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H13/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H13","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993974,"bill_number":"H6","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H6/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H6","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993979,"bill_number":"H9","title":"Relative to horse racing and wagering","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (House, No. 8) as relates to horse racing and wagering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H9/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993986,"bill_number":"H25","title":"Relative to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4350","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H25/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H25","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":993990,"bill_number":"H49","title":"Making uniform certain aspects of mediation","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 42) as relates to making uniform certain aspects of mediation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H49/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H49","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994000,"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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994004,"bill_number":"H31","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H31/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H31","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994011,"bill_number":"H5","title":"To improve oversight of state government","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving oversight of state government and access to certain tax returns and related tax records. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4061","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H5","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994016,"bill_number":"H12","title":"Relative to higher education boards and trustees","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to higher education boards of trustees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H12/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H12","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994017,"bill_number":"H27","title":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to lottery compliance investigations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4329","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H27/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H27","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994022,"bill_number":"H28","title":"Relative to Keno licenses","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to Keno licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4351","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H28/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994026,"bill_number":"H24","title":"Relative to civil violations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to civil violations of certain alcoholic beverage laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4350","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H24/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H24","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994031,"bill_number":"H10","title":"To enable municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (House, No. 8) as relates to enabling municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4398","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H10/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994037,"bill_number":"H15","title":"Relative to tax returns","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H15/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H15","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994047,"bill_number":"H16","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B notification","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to Chapter 30B notification. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H16/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H16","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994050,"bill_number":"H7","title":"Modernizing state auditing","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to modernizing state auditing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H7/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H7","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994057,"bill_number":"H14","title":"Relative to disability placards","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 11) as relates to disability placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H14/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H14","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994059,"bill_number":"H18","title":"Repealing Chapter 32, Section 90(G) ¾","description":"Relative to the accruing of creditable service for certain employees seventy years of age or older. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H18/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H18","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994069,"bill_number":"H30","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE program","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to the 401(k) CORE program. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H30/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994073,"bill_number":"H33","title":"Relative to eligible prior service","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to eligible prior service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H33/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H33","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994075,"bill_number":"H32","title":"Relative to group classification","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to group classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H32/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H32","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994082,"bill_number":"H19","title":"Providing for continuing education credits flexibility","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 17) as relates to providing for continuing education credits flexibility for retirement board members. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 439 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H19/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H19","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994083,"bill_number":"H26","title":"Relative to online lottery","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 23) as relates to online lottery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H26/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H26","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994450,"bill_number":"H2794","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 real estate transfer fees for certain housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994469,"bill_number":"H2792","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Motherway, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Motherway, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-04-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2792","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994491,"bill_number":"H2793","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to grant one 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":"2017-03-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3753","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2793","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994519,"bill_number":"H2795","title":"Relative to the residency requirement for the town manager of the town of Shrewsbury","description":"Relative to residency requirements of the town manager of the town of Shrewsbury. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994539,"bill_number":"S2042","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ramona Foster, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ramona Foster, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2054","last_action_date":"2017-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2042/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2042","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994575,"bill_number":"H2956","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"Relative to the depositing of public monies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994576,"bill_number":"H2825","title":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists","description":"For legislation to provide for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologist or audiologist. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S137","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994577,"bill_number":"H2928","title":"To create a framework to re-allocate responsibility for discarded products","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4526","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994579,"bill_number":"H2852","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4603","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994580,"bill_number":"H2876","title":"Relative to charter school enrollment","description":"Relative to authorizing charter schools to enroll students using an opt-out admissions lottery process that automatically includes the names of all eligible students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2876","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994582,"bill_number":"H2827","title":"Relative to the online collection of personal information from children and minors","description":"Relative to the online collection of personal information from children and minors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994584,"bill_number":"H2904","title":"To limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations","description":"Relative to limiting political spending by foreign-influenced corporations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2904","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994585,"bill_number":"H2802","title":"Regarding background checks on foster parents","description":"Relative to background checks on foster parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2802","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994587,"bill_number":"H2816","title":"Relative to alcoholic beverage manufacturer pouring licenses","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage manufacturers' licenses for the sale of malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2816","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994589,"bill_number":"H2983","title":"Regarding Massachusetts drug price relief","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition of William Driscoll and others that the Group Insurance Commission and the Office of Medicaid be authorized to enter into agreements with manufacturer of drugs for purchase of prescribed pharmaceuticals . Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994591,"bill_number":"H2941","title":"Relative to failed septic systems","description":"Relative to loans for failed septic systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4042","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994593,"bill_number":"H2799","title":"Relative to youth emancipation alternatives","description":"For legislation to establish a program to enable and support youth who are unaccompanied and without a guardian. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2799","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994594,"bill_number":"H2908","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994595,"bill_number":"H2947","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"Relative to information on insurance provider networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4493","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994597,"bill_number":"H2823","title":"To promote economic development and market access for emerging businesses","description":"Relative to promoting emerging breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4860","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994599,"bill_number":"H2813","title":"Relative to the security of personal financial information","description":"Relative to the security of personal financial information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994601,"bill_number":"H2897","title":"Providing a local option for ranked choice voting in municipal elections","description":"Relative to ranking candidates for office in order of preference in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994603,"bill_number":"H2891","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4745","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2891","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994604,"bill_number":"H2890","title":"Relative to the nursing home quality jobs initiative","description":"Relative to wages, benefits and related employee costs of direct care staff of licensed nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4787","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2890","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994607,"bill_number":"H2828","title":"Clarifying telephone solicitation","description":"Relative to further regulating telephone solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H138","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2828","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994609,"bill_number":"H2817","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994611,"bill_number":"H2858","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of sugary drinks","description":"Relative to prohibiting the marketing of sugary drinks on school grounds. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994613,"bill_number":"H2829","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in certain establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994614,"bill_number":"H2849","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994617,"bill_number":"H2937","title":"Relative to the use of Department of Conservation and Recreation property for farmers markets and community gardens","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation to establish a program to provide for the use of certain state owned land for community gardens and farmers' markets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994618,"bill_number":"H2931","title":"Relative to boating safety courses","description":"Relative to personal motorboat licensing and boating safety courses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H399","last_action_date":"2017-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994622,"bill_number":"H2796","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4293","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994624,"bill_number":"H2870","title":"Relative to the school choice program","description":"Relative to the school choice program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994625,"bill_number":"H2821","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4360","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994628,"bill_number":"H2929","title":"Relative to conserving archaeological, geological and fossil resources on public lands","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot and others for an investigation by special commission (including members of the General Court) to evaluate the archaeological, geological, and fossil record resources and artifacts of the Connecticut River Valley. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994629,"bill_number":"H2900","title":"Prohibiting ballot question contributions by certain businesses","description":"Relative to prohibiting ballot question contributions by certain businesses contracting with the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994630,"bill_number":"H2881","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994632,"bill_number":"H2851","title":"Concerning unfunded education mandates","description":"For legislation to impose a moratorium on all new mandated education programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994633,"bill_number":"H2969","title":"Relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance","description":"Relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 367 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994635,"bill_number":"H2905","title":"Relative to administering medication to farm animals","description":"Relative to administering antimicrobial drugs to livestock. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4530","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2905/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2905","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994639,"bill_number":"H2957","title":"To require banks, lending institutions, mortgage companies or sub lenders to file with the registry of deeds in each county within thirty days of mortgage sales and/or foreclosures of property","description":"Relative to requiring certain financial institutions to file sale and foreclosure information with registries of deeds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994642,"bill_number":"H2797","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H120","last_action_date":"2017-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2797","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994644,"bill_number":"H2879","title":"Relative to the disclosure or use of certain student data and information","description":"Relative to the disclosure of certain student information by schools or school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994645,"bill_number":"H2935","title":"Promoting awareness of safe recreation in public waterways","description":"For legislation to further regulate the discharge of pollutants into waters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2394","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994646,"bill_number":"H2976","title":"Relative to inactive bank account fees","description":"Relative to fees for certain inactive bank accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2976/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2976","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994649,"bill_number":"H2847","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4225","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2847/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2847","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994650,"bill_number":"H2951","title":"Amending auto insurance premium criteria","description":"Relative to auto insurance premium criteria. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994652,"bill_number":"H2946","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to the maintenance and operation of solid waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994654,"bill_number":"H2809","title":"Relative to students of chiropractic","description":"For legislation to authorize chiropractic students to practice under the direct supervision of a licensed chiropractor. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994656,"bill_number":"H2887","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994659,"bill_number":"H2854","title":"Regarding parental notification and consent","description":"Relative to appropriate discipline management techniques consistent with the student code of conduct. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994660,"bill_number":"H2864","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"Relative to the use of tobacco products in primary and secondary school buildings or facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994661,"bill_number":"H2857","title":"Regarding school pupil transportation services","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt that certain municipalities be authorized to designate an enterprise fund under the control of the school committee for pupil transportation services. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4132","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2857","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994663,"bill_number":"H2913","title":"Relative to environmental justice and toxics reduction in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to exposure to environmental toxins and access to environmental benefits. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994665,"bill_number":"H2889","title":"Strengthening home care services","description":"Relative to licensing home care and home health services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994668,"bill_number":"H2814","title":"Addressing cybercrime through enhanced criminal penalties, civil remedies, and transparency","description":"Relative to amending certain statutes pertaining to data security breaches and calling for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on cybersecurity to assess the various threats across the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994669,"bill_number":"H2959","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994671,"bill_number":"H2966","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws","description":"Relative to credit union laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4612","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994675,"bill_number":"H2978","title":"Relative providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiogram and concussion analysis for persons under the age of 18","description":"Relative to providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiogram and concussion analysis for persons under the age of 18. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994678,"bill_number":"H2936","title":"Providing a parks pass waiver for veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from Division of State Parks and Recreation fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994679,"bill_number":"H2844","title":"To place a moratorium on high stakes testing","description":"For legislation to impose a moratorium on the use of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) or other mandated state assessments as a condition for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994681,"bill_number":"H2807","title":"Relative to public assistance for working families and the creation of a pilot program to address the impacts of the cliff effect","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Transitional Assistance to develop a pilot program to facilitate, encourage and support the ability of low-income residents of the city of Springfield to enter the workforce and reduce the need for public benefit programs. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2807","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994682,"bill_number":"H2927","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4513","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994684,"bill_number":"H2838","title":"To expand universal pre-kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish the universal pre-kindergarten commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994686,"bill_number":"H2804","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994687,"bill_number":"H2925","title":"Relative to Saint Pope John Paul Park","description":"For legislation to designate Pope John Paul II Park as Saint Pope John Paul II park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3687","last_action_date":"2017-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994693,"bill_number":"H2861","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994694,"bill_number":"H2833","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994697,"bill_number":"H2831","title":"Relative to rail-trail construction","description":"For legislation to authorize nonprofit organizations to apply for rail-trail construction project grants. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2831/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2831","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994698,"bill_number":"H2850","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2850/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2850","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994699,"bill_number":"H2863","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994702,"bill_number":"H2885","title":"Relative to liability for medical assistance paid","description":"Relative to claims for costs of nursing facilities or other long-term care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4611","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994703,"bill_number":"H2880","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"Relative to Massachusetts School Building Authority project priorities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994705,"bill_number":"H2942","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4042","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2942","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994709,"bill_number":"H2917","title":"Establishing a special commission on municipal solid waste","description":"For legislation to establish a solid waste reduction assistance fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4277","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994710,"bill_number":"H2842","title":"Insuring adequate minimum school aid","description":"Relative to the minimum about of school aid available to municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994712,"bill_number":"H2806","title":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities","description":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4563","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994713,"bill_number":"H2818","title":"Relative to billboard advertising in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to billboard advertising in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994716,"bill_number":"H2883","title":"Regarding parental consent","description":"Relative to parental consent for out-of-school-district referrals, information, and materials. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994719,"bill_number":"H2803","title":"To ensure the protection of DCF social workers","description":"Relative to the safety and security of social workers employed by the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2803","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994720,"bill_number":"H2964","title":"Providing for temporary emergency licensing of appraisers of motor vehicle damage covered by auto insurance policies","description":"Relative to appointing temporary qualified appraisers for damage covered by auto insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994721,"bill_number":"H2812","title":"Relative to the licensure of swimming pool builders and service contractors","description":"Relative to licensing of swimming pool construction and installation work and swimming pool maintenance and repair work. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4359","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2812","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994723,"bill_number":"H2930","title":"Relative to wood pellet fuel","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot and Geoff Diehl that the commissioner of the Division of Energy Resources be authorized to convene a working group to study the reduction of contaminants in wood pellet fuel. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4278","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994727,"bill_number":"H2965","title":"Requiring the commissioner of insurance to study the labor rates paid by auto insurers for the repair of damaged motor vehicles","description":"By Mr. Lawn of Watertown, a petition of John J. Lawn, Jr., John W. Scibak and Timothy R. Whelan for an investigation by the commissioner of insurance of the labor rates paid by motor vehicle insurers for the repair of damaged motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4785","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994730,"bill_number":"H2843","title":"Relative to universal full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to universal full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2843/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2843","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994731,"bill_number":"H2963","title":"Relative to health insurance consumer protections","description":"Relative to health benefit plans and pharmacy benefit managers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994732,"bill_number":"H2910","title":"Relative to public space recycling","description":"Relative to recycling in public buildings. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S436","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994734,"bill_number":"H2920","title":"Relative to air quality monitoring for new gas pipeline facilities in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to air quality monitoring for certain gas pipeline facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4550","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994737,"bill_number":"H2882","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994739,"bill_number":"H2923","title":"Designating a certain area in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston in memory of Carl E. Hosea, Jr","description":"For legislation to erect a suitable marker, in memory of Carl E. Hosea, Jr., in Pope John Paul II Park in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994740,"bill_number":"H2874","title":"Ensuring high quality early education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others that the Department of Early Education and Care be authorized to establish pre-kindergarten grant programs for children between the ages of 2 years and 9 months and the age a child becomes eligible for kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4665","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994742,"bill_number":"H2808","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors","description":"Relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2809","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994744,"bill_number":"H2899","title":"Relative to campaign finance","description":"Relative to campaign contributions by political parties. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2899","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994746,"bill_number":"H2898","title":"Supporting working parents who choose to run for public office","description":"Relative to child care expenses for candidates while performing work or attending certain campaign events. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2898","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994747,"bill_number":"H2872","title":"Relative to dyslexia","description":"For legislation to develop screening procedures for students for dyslexia and other potential indicators of neurological learning disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4394","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2872/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2872","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994751,"bill_number":"H2848","title":"Providing for mandatory recess time in elementary schools","description":"Relative to mandatory recess time in elementary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4391","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994755,"bill_number":"H2868","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2868","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994757,"bill_number":"H2800","title":"To provide notice to counsel of changes in a child’s or a young adult’s placement and other events","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Children and Families to provide notice to counsel of changes in a child’s or a young adult’s placement and other events. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994759,"bill_number":"H2958","title":"To extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional","description":"Relative to the right of health care consumers to receive treatment of mental health conditions from providers of their choice. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994760,"bill_number":"H2893","title":"Relative to nursing facility care","description":"For legislation to authorize the reimbursement of nursing homes for care and services provided to accountable care organization patients. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2893/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2893","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994763,"bill_number":"H2948","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994764,"bill_number":"H2903","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994765,"bill_number":"H2945","title":"Relative to landfills and areas of critical environmental concern","description":"Relative to the expansion of existing landfills, monofills, or ash landfills located in or adjacent to areas of critical environmental concern. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994768,"bill_number":"H2846","title":"Establishing an unfunded student reserve fund","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994770,"bill_number":"H2877","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"Relative to the safe use of streets and premises open to pedestrians and bicyclists. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994772,"bill_number":"H2860","title":"Clarifying parental rights in the administration of standardized tests","description":"Relative to student participation in standardized tests. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994773,"bill_number":"H2845","title":"Relative to substance abuse education in public schools","description":"Relative to substance abuse education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2845/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994774,"bill_number":"H2907","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4529","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2907/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994778,"bill_number":"H2835","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4195","last_action_date":"2018-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994781,"bill_number":"H2896","title":"Regulating certain activities at polling places","description":"By Ms. Atkins of Concord, a petition of Cory Atkins and others that early voting locations be considered a polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994783,"bill_number":"H2949","title":"To reform title insurance","description":"Relative to title insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994784,"bill_number":"H2894","title":"Addressing conflicts of interests in the aging services access points home care program","description":"Relative to conflicts of interests at aging services access points. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2894","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994785,"bill_number":"H2909","title":"Relative to abandoned vessels on DCR property","description":"Relative to abandoned vessels on certain state property. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994788,"bill_number":"H2939","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994791,"bill_number":"H2811","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to debt collection. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994792,"bill_number":"H2921","title":"Creating a special commission to study the equity of chapter 21J and 21O","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the reimbursement for damages of third party property owners as the result of negligent petroleum releases. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994794,"bill_number":"H2953","title":"Ensuring equitable distribution of reserves","description":"By Mr. Finn of West Springfield, a petition of Michael J. Finn, Jose F. Tosado and Gerard Cassidy that the Division of Insurance be authorized to conduct a study on the adequacy of reserves for payers and providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994795,"bill_number":"H2865","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994800,"bill_number":"H2869","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4390","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2869/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994801,"bill_number":"H2918","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Relative to penalties and enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2182","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994802,"bill_number":"H2955","title":"Relative to the safety of autistic and Alzheimer individuals","description":"By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry and Barbara A. L'Italien that health benefit plans provide technology-assisted tracking device coverage to persons diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994805,"bill_number":"H2839","title":"To reform English language learning education","description":"For legislation to evaluate the effectiveness of English language learner programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2839/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2839","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994806,"bill_number":"H2961","title":"Relative to insurance company rebates","description":"Relative to insurance company rebates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994808,"bill_number":"H2856","title":"Relative to licensed professionals and the vision for children’s education","description":"For legislation to establish the vision for children’s education working group to be chaired by the Commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2856","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994810,"bill_number":"H2888","title":"Creating a task force on Massachusetts older adults of all incomes","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) on older adults of all incomes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4659","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994811,"bill_number":"H2892","title":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Elder Affairs to develop a curriculum and training program on the prevention of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S346","last_action_date":"2018-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2892","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994817,"bill_number":"H2950","title":"To reform the homeowners insurance market","description":"Relative to further regulating the homeowners insurance market. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994819,"bill_number":"H2916","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4277","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994820,"bill_number":"H2841","title":"Relative to the Foundation Budget Review Commission","description":"Relative to the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2325","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2841/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994822,"bill_number":"H2801","title":"To provide for the alternative method of examining competency","description":"Relative to granting provisional social worker licenses under an alternative method of examining competency. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994823,"bill_number":"H2960","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S591","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994825,"bill_number":"H2933","title":"Concerning the use of animals in product testing","description":"Relative to the use of animals in product testing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S459","last_action_date":"2018-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2933/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994828,"bill_number":"H2922","title":"Designating a bench in memory of Ambrose Valentino","description":"For legislation to erect a suitable marker in memory of Ambrose Valentino in Toohig Park in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3686","last_action_date":"2017-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994829,"bill_number":"H2815","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994834,"bill_number":"H2798","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994835,"bill_number":"H2895","title":"Establishing a commission to study the financial abuse of elders","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis and Sean Garballey for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to combat the financial abuse of the elderly. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2895/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2895","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994836,"bill_number":"H2830","title":"Promoting capital investment in targeted employment areas","description":"Relative to the certification of targeted employment area districts in gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994840,"bill_number":"H2867","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relative to education collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994841,"bill_number":"H2952","title":"Requiring continual coverage of prescription medication","description":"Relative to continual insurance coverage of certain prescription medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994843,"bill_number":"H2859","title":"Relative to the Mohawk Trail Regional School District and the Hawlemont Regional School District","description":"For legislation to authorize the Mohawk Trail Regional School District to continue to operate as a pre-kindergarten through grade twelve school district. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994844,"bill_number":"H2840","title":"Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities","description":"Relative to requiring head injury athletic trainers at high schools offering interscholastic athletic activities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994846,"bill_number":"H2972","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994849,"bill_number":"H2980","title":"Relative to mergers of credit unions and banks, and charter conversions of insured depository institutions","description":"Relative to mergers of certain financial institutions . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2980/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994850,"bill_number":"H2878","title":"Relative to coding and computer science in schools","description":"For legislation to include computer science, computational thinking and computer coding as statewide educational goals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994851,"bill_number":"H2938","title":"Promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the agricultural resolve and security fund to promote and foster agriculture. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S442","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994853,"bill_number":"H2871","title":"Relative to effective resource allocation in schools","description":"For legislation to promote the improved use of school-level data to inform effective resource allocation decisions at the local level. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4730","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994854,"bill_number":"H2855","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994857,"bill_number":"H2884","title":"Relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer's Disease","description":"By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition of Paul Brodeur and others that the Department of Elder Affairs be authorized to provide training to protective services caseworkers in recognizing signs and symptoms of cognitive impairments, including Alzheimer’s disease. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994858,"bill_number":"H2853","title":"Relative to promoting diversity and inclusion in education","description":"For legislation to authorize educational inclusion advisors in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2853","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994859,"bill_number":"H2836","title":"Relative to charitable gaming","description":"Relative to charitable gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994861,"bill_number":"H2866","title":"To provide equal access to evaluations for children with disabilities","description":"Relative to development of special education services for children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994864,"bill_number":"H2902","title":"Relative to age requirements in local elections","description":"Relative to age requirements in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994868,"bill_number":"H2886","title":"Directing the administration to amend the frail elder home and community-based waiver to permit eligible older adults to choose to reside in certified assisted living residences","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services request federal nursing home waivers to allow certain elderly persons to reside in assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S344","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994870,"bill_number":"H2873","title":"Relative to improving teacher preparation and certification","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to create a master teacher corps program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994871,"bill_number":"H2911","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2911","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994873,"bill_number":"H2977","title":"Relative to home insurance rates","description":"Relative to homeowner’s insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2977/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2977","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994874,"bill_number":"H2862","title":"Creating assignment levels in the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and others 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994876,"bill_number":"H2901","title":"Regulating certain activities at polling locations","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain activities at polling locations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994878,"bill_number":"H2962","title":"Relative to check cashing schedules","description":"For legislation to limit fees imposed on check cashing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994879,"bill_number":"H2824","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994882,"bill_number":"H2805","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2805","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994885,"bill_number":"H2932","title":"Establishing the Mohawk Trail Woodlands partnership","description":"For legislation to establish the Mohawk Trail woodlands partnership fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4433","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2932/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994887,"bill_number":"H2822","title":"Further regulating a supplier's refusal to sell brand items","description":"For legislation to further regulate alcoholic beverage suppliers sale of brand items. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994890,"bill_number":"H2834","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts life science center","description":"Relative to certain effective dates for the Massachusetts Life Science Center. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4432","last_action_date":"2018-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994891,"bill_number":"H2940","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994892,"bill_number":"H2875","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2875/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2875","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994895,"bill_number":"H2906","title":"Further regulating the processing of lobsters","description":"For legislation to further regulate the processing of lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4269","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994896,"bill_number":"H2926","title":"To protect pollinator habitat","description":"By Ms. Keefe of Worcester, a petition of Mary S. Keefe and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of opportunities for improving pollinator health. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2460","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994899,"bill_number":"H2832","title":"To institute CORI Reform","description":"Relative to the denial of application by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994901,"bill_number":"H2944","title":"To (1) establish a solid waste management council, (2) to require the Department to increase certain types of data collection; (3) to impose a surcharge on waste disposal; (4) to require municipalities to institute pay as you throw programs if they are generating too much waste for disposal per capita; (5) to require that all waste be disposed of in clear plastic bags; (6) to increase recycling to include mattresses, textiles and additional commercial organic material; and (7) to require secondary markets to report contamination","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to establish a solid waste council and to institute programs to reduce solid waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994903,"bill_number":"H2912","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4579","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2912","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994906,"bill_number":"H2919","title":"Relative to drinking water and ground water research","description":"For legislation to establish the drinking and ground water research trust fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S455","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994907,"bill_number":"H2924","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994909,"bill_number":"H2837","title":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation","description":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994910,"bill_number":"H2826","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of interior design","description":"Relative to registered interior designers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994911,"bill_number":"H2934","title":"To reform the Toxic Use Reductions Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate toxic use reduction plans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994914,"bill_number":"H2973","title":"Relative to secure choice retirement savings plan","description":"Relative to retirement savings plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4330","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994915,"bill_number":"H2975","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2975/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994916,"bill_number":"H2819","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994918,"bill_number":"H2914","title":"Limiting toxics release inventory facilities in environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to decreasing the siting or expansion of toxics release inventory facilities within certain low income or minority populated neighborhoods. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S427","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2914/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2914","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994919,"bill_number":"H2915","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs","description":"Relative to drinking water at schools and early childhood programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2465","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994922,"bill_number":"H2979","title":"Establishing the Jimmy Carter cancer treatment access act","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for stage four advanced metastatic cancer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994923,"bill_number":"H2970","title":"Relative to corporate disclosure","description":"Relative to corporate disclosures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994924,"bill_number":"H2943","title":"Relative to sustainable water conservation practices","description":"For legislation to establish an irrigation contractor board of registration within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S413","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994926,"bill_number":"H2989","title":"Creating a commission to study eligible MassHealth transportation services","description":"By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition of Kevin J. Kuros and Paul K. Frost for an investigation by a special commission to study lower-cost transportation solutions for MassHealth patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994927,"bill_number":"H2810","title":"Relative to automated retail checkout systems","description":"Relative to the examination and testing of automated retail checkout systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2810","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994947,"bill_number":"H3019","title":"Protecting low and moderate income tenants and expiring use housing units","description":"Relative to low and moderate income tenants and expiring use housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994948,"bill_number":"H3222","title":"Relative to hillside protection","description":"For legislation to authorized cities and towns to establish ridgeline and hillside protection district review boards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994949,"bill_number":"H3390","title":"Promoting solar-ready construction","description":"Relative to promoting solar-ready construction. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994950,"bill_number":"H3014","title":"Regarding homeless shelter beds for unaccompanied young adults","description":"Relative to providing shelter beds for unaccompanied young adults experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994951,"bill_number":"H3223","title":"To promote transparency in prescription drug prices","description":"Relative to further regulating prescription drug price increases. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994952,"bill_number":"H3358","title":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts","description":"Relative to financial information contained in certificates of eligibility in applications for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994954,"bill_number":"H3026","title":"Relative to retired police cruisers","description":"Relative to retired police cruisers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3026","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994955,"bill_number":"H3231","title":"Relating to pet internments in certain cemetery corporations","description":"Relative to the internment of cremated pet remains. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3231/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3231","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994956,"bill_number":"H2988","title":"To protect MassHealth applicants facing undue hardship","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for MassHealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994957,"bill_number":"H3184","title":"Further regulating marijuana commercialization","description":"For legislation to further regulate the advertisements and marketing of marijuana, marijuana products and marijuana accessories. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994958,"bill_number":"H3137","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994959,"bill_number":"H3071","title":"To reduce recidivism, curb unnecessary spending, and ensure appropriate use of segregation","description":"Relative to segregation of prisoners and inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3071/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3071","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994960,"bill_number":"H3008","title":"Relative to low-income housing eligibility for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to low-income housing eligibility for disabled veterans. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3008/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3008","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994961,"bill_number":"H3375","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"For legislation to include representatives of the LGBTQ communities on the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994964,"bill_number":"H3299","title":"Regarding pension ratio of the funding system","description":"Relative to underperforming pension systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994965,"bill_number":"H3242","title":"To review the quality and patient safety of dispensing certain cancer and chronic disease related drugs","description":"For legislation to analyze health insurance payer practices that require certain categories of drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994966,"bill_number":"H3149","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3149/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3149","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994967,"bill_number":"H3067","title":"Relative to kidnapping as a sexual offense","description":"Relative to kidnapping as a sexual offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994968,"bill_number":"H3068","title":"Relative to data collection by the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"Relative to data collection by the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3068/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3068","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994969,"bill_number":"H3376","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994971,"bill_number":"H3003","title":"To provide access to higher education for high school graduates in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the eligibility for in-state tuition rates and fees and for state-funded financial assistance at certain public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994972,"bill_number":"H3107","title":"To eliminate unnecessary time in foster care","description":"Relative to the granting of temporary or permanent custody to a parent when the other parent is deemed unfit. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994973,"bill_number":"H3272","title":"Relative to pedestrian stop data","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian stop data. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994975,"bill_number":"H3011","title":"Relative to emergency housing","description":"Relative to emergency housing assistance for evicted families. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3011/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3011","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994976,"bill_number":"H3298","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994977,"bill_number":"H3062","title":"Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3062","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994978,"bill_number":"H3420","title":"Establishing school zones for locomotives","description":"Relative to establishing school zone speed limits for locomotives. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994979,"bill_number":"H3278","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994981,"bill_number":"H3342","title":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4003","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994983,"bill_number":"H2994","title":"Relative to advanced placement examinations","description":"Relative to advanced placement examination for post-secondary level course credits. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2275","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994984,"bill_number":"H3040","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3040","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":994985,"bill_number":"H3379","title":"Relative to landscape sprinkler systems","description":"For legislation to include rain sensor devices for newly installed or renovated residential outdoor landscape sprinkler systems in the building codes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994986,"bill_number":"H3446","title":"Further supporting Massachusetts military families","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Military Family Relief Fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994987,"bill_number":"H2987","title":"Establishing improved Medicare for all in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to establishing Medicare for all in the Commonwealth by the creation of a single payer health care system. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994988,"bill_number":"H3411","title":"Establishing senior citizen toll discount on the Massachusetts Turnpike, the Ted Williams Tunnel and the Tobin Bridge","description":"Relative to establishing toll discounts on the Massachusetts Turnpike, Ted Williams Tunnel and the Tobin Bridge for persons sixty-five years of age or older. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994990,"bill_number":"H3016","title":"To regulate homeowners’ associations","description":"Relative to regulating homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994991,"bill_number":"H3419","title":"Establishing driver privilege cards for undocumented residents of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize a driver privilege card for undocumented residents. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994993,"bill_number":"H3021","title":"Regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Relative to the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2182","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994994,"bill_number":"H3251","title":"Regarding the pediatric palliative care program","description":"Relative to pediatric palliative care program eligibility. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3251","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994995,"bill_number":"H3350","title":"Relative to expanding agricultural land","description":"Relative to the value agricultural and horticultural land for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3856","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994996,"bill_number":"H3213","title":"Relative to recreational facilities and zoning","description":"Relative to recreational facilities and zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994997,"bill_number":"H3400","title":"Clarifying authority and responsibilities of the department of public utilities","description":"Relative to the authority and responsibilities of the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":994999,"bill_number":"H3435","title":"To allow hardship licenses and interlocking ignition devices on motorcycles","description":"Relative to hardship licenses and interlocking ignition devices on motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995001,"bill_number":"H3309","title":"Relative to veterans property tax abatement","description":"Relative to veterans property tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995003,"bill_number":"H3061","title":"To amend Section 19(5) of Chapter 122","description":"Relative to drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3061","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":995004,"bill_number":"H3076","title":"Relative to debarment in public contracts","description":"Relative to penalties for public contractors who have been debarred. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3076","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995005,"bill_number":"H3392","title":"Relative to establishing standard interconnection timelines for distributed generation facilities","description":"Relative to enforceable standard interconnection timelines for the interconnection of distributed generation facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995007,"bill_number":"H3146","title":"To increase contributions to the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to increase contributions to the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3160","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995008,"bill_number":"H3027","title":"To establish the office of adult guardianship and decisional support services","description":"For legislation to establish the office of adult guardianship and decisional support services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3027/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3027","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995009,"bill_number":"H3418","title":"Establishing special license plates in support of Massachusetts law enforcement","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition of Diana DiZoglio and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide distinctive motor vehicle registration plates in support of law enforcement. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995010,"bill_number":"H3266","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995011,"bill_number":"H3302","title":"Relative to chapter 15A","description":"Relative to the optional retirement system for certain employees of public institutions of higher education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995012,"bill_number":"H3025","title":"Relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan law","description":"Relative to liability of persons in transit in private vehicles rendering care and assistance to persons in need. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3025","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995013,"bill_number":"H3431","title":"Establishing the commuter rail patrons’ bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish the commuter rail patrons’ bill of rights. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995014,"bill_number":"H3380","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Waltham","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Waltham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3810","last_action_date":"2017-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3380","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995016,"bill_number":"H3023","title":"Further amending Mass General Laws Chapter 217","description":"Relative to the appointment of an alternate dispute resolution coordinator in Norfolk Probate and Family Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995018,"bill_number":"H3305","title":"To update and apply a cost of living adjustment to certain veteran's benefits","description":"Relative to cost of living adjustments to certain tax benefits for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3305/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995019,"bill_number":"H3037","title":"To promote better outcomes for young people in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3037/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3037","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995020,"bill_number":"H3406","title":"Regarding RMV legislation hearing fee reimbursements","description":"Relative to Registry of Motor Vehicles hearing fee reimbursements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995021,"bill_number":"H3268","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to permitting the transfer of a terminally ill or permanently incapacitated inmates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995023,"bill_number":"H3264","title":"Relative to electric current weapons","description":"Relative to the use of portable electrical weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4691","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3264/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3264","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995024,"bill_number":"H3085","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"Relative to engaging in high speed chases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995025,"bill_number":"H3384","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Revere","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Revere. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3811","last_action_date":"2017-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995026,"bill_number":"H3297","title":"Relative to retirement eligibility","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain elected officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995028,"bill_number":"H3022","title":"Amending Mass General Laws Chapter 217, Section 23","description":"Relative to assistant registers in the Norfolk Probate and Family Court department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995029,"bill_number":"H3303","title":"Relative to exempted accommodations","description":"Relative to room excise tax exempted lodging accommodations at certain government institutions. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995030,"bill_number":"H3150","title":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","description":"Relative to wages for certain human service providers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995033,"bill_number":"H3368","title":"Establishing \"Here's to America\" as the official patriotic song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate \"Here's to America\" as the official patriotic song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3368","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":995035,"bill_number":"H3120","title":"Reforming pretrial process","description":"For legislation to reform pretrial processes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995037,"bill_number":"H3143","title":"Relative to workers compensation coverage for officers and directors of non-profit associations","description":"Relative to workers compensation coverage for officers and directors of non-profit associations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3143","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995038,"bill_number":"H2997","title":"By Mr. Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by order, House, No. 2997) of Mark J. Cusack, Jack Lewis and Natalie Higgins that the joint committee on Ways and Means and the House and Senate committees on Post Audit and Oversight hold public hearings requiring public colleges and universities to assign their portion of the pension liability of the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Cusack of Braintree, a petition of Mark J. Cusack, Jack Lewis and Natalie Higgins that the","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2997/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2997","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995039,"bill_number":"H3364","title":"Relative to the official butterfly of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate black swallowtail as the official butterfly of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3364","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995040,"bill_number":"H3084","title":"Promoting community prosperity by further reforming criminal offender record information","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995042,"bill_number":"H3304","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995044,"bill_number":"H3046","title":"Supporting universal signs on public bathrooms","description":"Relative to universally understandable restroom signs for public accommodations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3046/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3046","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":995045,"bill_number":"H3176","title":"Strengthening local control over recreational marijuana businesses","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to regulate the operations of marijuana establishments. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995046,"bill_number":"H3294","title":"Relative to vacation time for employees of the Commonwealth who are veterans","description":"Relative to creditable service for certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995047,"bill_number":"H3202","title":"To affecting municipal rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to regulate the use of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3202/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995048,"bill_number":"H3415","title":"Relative to TNC transponders","description":"Relative to tolls incurred by drivers providing transportation network services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995049,"bill_number":"H3308","title":"To reduce graduate student loan debt","description":"Relative to higher education student loan tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995050,"bill_number":"H3082","title":"To protect individuals from malicious prosecution","description":"Relative to protection from malicious statements made by persons reporting crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3082/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3082","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995052,"bill_number":"H3135","title":"Protecting wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card","description":"Relative to wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4218","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995053,"bill_number":"H3349","title":"To promote water conservation","description":"For legislation to create a twenty-five percent personal income tax credit for the purchase and installation of plants and landscaping items intended to reduce water usage. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995054,"bill_number":"H3241","title":"To improve access to family physicians","description":"Relative to requirements of certain health care applicants and trainees. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995056,"bill_number":"H3123","title":"Relative to the reform of certain archaic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995057,"bill_number":"H3007","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3007/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3007","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995058,"bill_number":"H3275","title":"Relative to amusement devices","description":"Relative to amusement devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995059,"bill_number":"H3047","title":"Relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment","description":"Relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3047/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3047","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995061,"bill_number":"H3422","title":"Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995062,"bill_number":"H3414","title":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle","description":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1894","last_action_date":"2017-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995063,"bill_number":"H3315","title":"Relative to the motor vehicle sales tax","description":"Relative to excise taxes on certain motor vehicles registered in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3315","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":995064,"bill_number":"H3327","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"Relative to donations of food to persons in need. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995065,"bill_number":"H3087","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3087/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3087","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995066,"bill_number":"H3205","title":"Enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds","description":"For legislation authorizing physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995067,"bill_number":"H3248","title":"To increase access to healthcare in underserved areas of Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Lewis and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the licensing of foreign-trained medical professionals with the goal of expanding and improving medical services in rural and underserved areas. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995069,"bill_number":"H3128","title":"To direct the Office of Administration and Finance, as well as the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Massachusetts State Senate to study the feasibility of constructing a 21st Century Courthouse in Hampden County, located in the City of Springfield","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis and Sean Curran for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the feasibility and benefits of the construction of a new Hampden County District courthouse in the city of Springfield. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995070,"bill_number":"H3133","title":"To protect locked out employees","description":"Relative to increasing the total benefits that may be paid to certain persons locked out of their usual place of employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4988","last_action_date":"2018-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995071,"bill_number":"H3387","title":"Relative to the protection of energy ratepayers by the Attorney General","description":"By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition of Paul Brodeur and others that the Attorney General be authorized to intervene on behalf of groups of consumers in matters involving certain utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995073,"bill_number":"H3118","title":"Relative to the interstate corrections compact","description":"Relative to the interstate corrections compact. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995074,"bill_number":"H3381","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation's bidding process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995075,"bill_number":"H3190","title":"Maintaining the separation and integrity of marijuana retail stores","description":"Relative to certain regulations under recreational marijuana licenses. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3190/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995076,"bill_number":"H3136","title":"To require employers to employed individuals to be trained in OSHA","description":"Relative to OSHA trained employees in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995078,"bill_number":"H3253","title":"Regulating the closure of state police barracks","description":"Relative to notifying the General Court of state police barracks closures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995079,"bill_number":"H3287","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995080,"bill_number":"H3073","title":"Relative to the sex offender registry","description":"For legislation to require sex offenders to submit a current color photograph to the sex offender registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995082,"bill_number":"H3353","title":"Clarifying disabled veteran's motor vehicle-related tax and fee exemptions","description":"Relative to motor vehicle-related tax and fee exemptions for certain disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995083,"bill_number":"H3108","title":"To ensure fairness in care and protection proceedings","description":"For legislation to ensure fairness in care and protection proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995084,"bill_number":"H3442","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995085,"bill_number":"H3161","title":"Relative to workers compensation classification appeals","description":"Relative to workers compensation classification appeals. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995086,"bill_number":"H3332","title":"Creating a local option property tax cap for low-income seniors","description":"For legislation to create a local option property tax cap for low-income persons sixty-five years of age or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995088,"bill_number":"H3310","title":"Clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3906","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995089,"bill_number":"H3256","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995090,"bill_number":"H3434","title":"Relative to organ donation","description":"Relative to providing for a negative check-off to becoming an organ or tissue donor upon license renewal. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995095,"bill_number":"H3296","title":"To further redefine teacher for retirement purposes","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995096,"bill_number":"H3144","title":"Establishing just schedules for employees","description":"Relative to the scheduling of certain workers in fast food restaurants, retail stores, and hotels that individually or though franchisor or franchisee relationships employ more than seventy-five people. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995097,"bill_number":"H3255","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995099,"bill_number":"H3321","title":"Relative to farm training in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide tax credits for engaging in agricultural internships for qualified students for farm training. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995100,"bill_number":"H3429","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4348","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995101,"bill_number":"H3317","title":"Increasing citizen participation in elections","description":"For legislation to authorize nonrefundable campaign contribution tax credits for contributions made to campaign committees of certain candidates for public offices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995102,"bill_number":"H3050","title":"Promoting access to emergency medical services for minors","description":"Relative to the reporting of overdoses of controlled substance, alcohol, or combination of such substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995103,"bill_number":"H3078","title":"To promote better public safety and better outcomes for young adults","description":"Relative to youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3078/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995104,"bill_number":"H3279","title":"Relative to survivor retirement benefits","description":"Relative to cancer related disability or death retirement benefits for survivors of certain fire fighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4260","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995105,"bill_number":"H3397","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995106,"bill_number":"H3179","title":"Relative to safe limits on home growing of marijuana","description":"Relative to home growing of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995108,"bill_number":"H3328","title":"Relative to the state tax return filings for annuities","description":"Relative to the state tax return filings for annuities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995109,"bill_number":"H3357","title":"Relative to county retirement systems","description":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts economically targeted investment authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995110,"bill_number":"H3316","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995112,"bill_number":"H3285","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995113,"bill_number":"H2991","title":"Expanding the moral obligation bond program to nonprofit acute care hospitals","description":"Relative to expanding the moral obligation bond program to nonprofit acute care hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2991/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2991","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995114,"bill_number":"H3105","title":"Relative to the definition of custody in protection and care of children proceedings","description":"Relative to the definition of custody in care and protection of children proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995117,"bill_number":"H3210","title":"Relating to local zoning exemptions for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority","description":"Relative to local zoning exemptions for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995118,"bill_number":"H3185","title":"Relative to penalties for underage possession and use of marijuana tobacco and alcohol","description":"Relative to penalties for underage possession and use of marijuana, tobacco and alcohol. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995119,"bill_number":"H3250","title":"Relative to informed written consent for use of psychotropic drugs","description":"Relative to informed written consent for use of psychotropic drugs for certain patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995120,"bill_number":"H3347","title":"Relative to the film tax credit","description":"Relative to certain tax exemptions for motion picture productions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995121,"bill_number":"H3362","title":"Relative to employment of persons with disabilities on state contracts","description":"By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins and others that ten percent of individuals hired within a state contract be individuals with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995122,"bill_number":"H3006","title":"Relative to manufactured housing","description":"Relative to requirements and restrictions to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4740","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3006/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3006","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995124,"bill_number":"H3106","title":"To accelerate a child’s reunification with family members","description":"For legislation to expedite the reunification of children under temporary custody with family members. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995126,"bill_number":"H3254","title":"Relative to hearings for firearms identification","description":"Relative to the process of reclassifying firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995127,"bill_number":"H3032","title":"To fund youth courts","description":"For legislation to establish the youth court fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995129,"bill_number":"H3273","title":"Relative the Massachusetts military asset and security strategy task force membership","description":"For legislation to include the district commander of the United States Coast Guard First District as a member of the military asset and security strategy task force. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995130,"bill_number":"H3333","title":"Relative to tax relief for low-income veterans","description":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions for certain low-income veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995131,"bill_number":"H3012","title":"To protect condominium unit owners’ constitutional right","description":"Relative to condominium unit owners. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4743","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3012/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3012","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":995133,"bill_number":"H3366","title":"Restoring the taxpayer protection act","description":"Relative to the procurement of goods and services by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995134,"bill_number":"H3057","title":"Prohibiting protesting on high speed roadways","description":"Relative to penalties for preventing access to certain public roadways or highways. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995136,"bill_number":"H2971","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995137,"bill_number":"H3370","title":"Relative to the Fort Devens Museum","description":"For legislation to designate the Fort Devens Museum as the official veterans and military museum of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995138,"bill_number":"H3314","title":"Relative to the tobacco tax","description":"Relative to the cigarette excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995139,"bill_number":"H3367","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995140,"bill_number":"H3115","title":"Allowing for pretrial offenders to be eligible for services at offices of community corrections","description":"Relative to allowing for pretrial offenders to be eligible for services at offices of community corrections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995141,"bill_number":"H2981","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to investigate fraudulent abuse of MassHealth","description":"By Mr. Berthiaume of Spencer, a petition of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the billing practices between contracted health care providers and MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2981","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995142,"bill_number":"H3043","title":"Increasing penalties for hit-and-run motor vehicle accidents","description":"Relative to increasing penalties for hit and run motor vehicle accidents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995143,"bill_number":"H3206","title":"Providing for the treatment of overdose victims","description":"Relative to opiate-related overdose treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995147,"bill_number":"H3257","title":"Relative to enhancing municipal police training","description":"For legislation to authorize municipal police training committee and the creation of crisis intervention team programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4356","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995148,"bill_number":"H3088","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995149,"bill_number":"H3386","title":"Relative to the transparency of municipal energy data","description":"Relative to municipal access to energy consumption data. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995150,"bill_number":"H3096","title":"Relative to competency for juveniles","description":"Relative to competency for juveniles in certain court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3096/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995152,"bill_number":"H3049","title":"Relative to speedy trials","description":"Relative to speedy trials for certain elderly persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995153,"bill_number":"H3074","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995155,"bill_number":"H3430","title":"Relative to protecting 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995156,"bill_number":"H3060","title":"Amending the statute of limitations relating to civil rights actions and criminal prosecutions for the sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to civil rights actions of persons under the age of eighteen when the offense was committed. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3060/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3060","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995157,"bill_number":"H3191","title":"Regarding technical changes to Chapter 334 of the Acts of 2016","description":"Relative to the location of proposed marijuana establishments to pre-existing schools. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3191/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995158,"bill_number":"H3421","title":"Relative to low-speed vehicles","description":"Relative to low-speed three wheeled vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995159,"bill_number":"H3348","title":"To provide a tax deduction for charitable donations of food by farmers","description":"For legislation to provide a tax deduction for charitable donations of food by farmers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995160,"bill_number":"H3346","title":"Relative to film tax credit transferability","description":"Relative to film tax credit transferability. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995161,"bill_number":"H3111","title":"To protect the interests of children who are subjects of restraining orders","description":"For legislation to protect the interests of children who are subjects of restraining orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995162,"bill_number":"H3288","title":"To amend the presumptive disability law","description":"Relative to conditions of impairment caused by blood-borne infectious diseases resulting in total or partial disability or death to certain public safety personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995164,"bill_number":"H3157","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995165,"bill_number":"H3227","title":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders","description":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995166,"bill_number":"H3041","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3041/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995167,"bill_number":"H3290","title":"To amend retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to include certain employees of the Department of Youth Services in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3290","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995168,"bill_number":"H3198","title":"Relative to marijuana and marijuana concentrate in primary residence","description":"Relative to the possession of excess marijuana outside primary residences. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3198/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3198","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":995170,"bill_number":"H3396","title":"Relative to solar power equity in low-income and environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to solar power equity in low-income and environmental justice communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995172,"bill_number":"H3235","title":"Ensuring safe and equitable ambulatory care","description":"Relative to the health care delivery and payment system and ensuring safe and equitable ambulatory care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995173,"bill_number":"H3306","title":"To promote development through the historic rehabilitation tax credits","description":"Relative to increasing the historic rehabilitation tax credit and promoting the rehabilitation of historic properties for mixed commercial and residential uses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3858","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3306/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3306","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995174,"bill_number":"H3065","title":"Relative to consensual adolescent sexual activity","description":"Relative to penalties for indecent assault and battery on minors under the age fourteen. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995175,"bill_number":"H3236","title":"Creating autism teams in hospitals","description":"Relative to autism training for medical specialists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H1954","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995177,"bill_number":"H3155","title":"To clarify the earned sick time statute","description":"For legislation to further regulate earned sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995178,"bill_number":"H3339","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to liabilities on joint tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2602","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995179,"bill_number":"H3232","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"Relative to the adoption of certain research animals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3232","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995180,"bill_number":"H2993","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995182,"bill_number":"H3080","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"Relative to private construction contracts and the dissolution of certain liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3080","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995183,"bill_number":"H3005","title":"Establishing a commission to study student loan debt relief programs","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study student load debt . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995184,"bill_number":"H3199","title":"Repealing section 1-3 and 7-18 of Chapter 351 of the acts of 2016","description":"For legislation to further regulate the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3199/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3199","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":995186,"bill_number":"H3323","title":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","description":"For legislation to establish estate tax valuation for farms. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3915","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995187,"bill_number":"H3104","title":"Relative to court review of case plans","description":"Relative to court review of case plans involving child custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995189,"bill_number":"H3307","title":"To protect historic buildings from fires","description":"For legislation to establish a historic building fire prevention tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995191,"bill_number":"H3168","title":"Relative to local control of marijuana dispensaries","description":"Relative to local control of marijuana dispensaries. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995192,"bill_number":"H3092","title":"To collect data regarding the use of solitary confinement in Massachusetts prisons and jails","description":"For legislation to authorize the collection of data regarding the use of solitary confinement in prisons, jails and houses of correction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3092/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3092","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995193,"bill_number":"H3395","title":"To transition Massachusetts to 100 per cent renewable energy","description":"Relative to the use of renewable energy in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995195,"bill_number":"H3360","title":"Designating May as Asian American Pacific Islander month","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the month of May as Asian American Pacific Islander month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995196,"bill_number":"H3010","title":"Promoting workforce housing","description":"For legislation to authorized cities or towns to include workforce housing in housing production plans. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995197,"bill_number":"H3440","title":"Relative to automobile technology","description":"For legislation to further regulate technology used in automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995198,"bill_number":"H3312","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3312","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995200,"bill_number":"H3399","title":"Relative to energy production","description":"Relative to manufactured biomass fuel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995201,"bill_number":"H3322","title":"Relative to 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995202,"bill_number":"H3038","title":"Relative to drug driving","description":"Relative to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995204,"bill_number":"H3378","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995205,"bill_number":"H3035","title":"Relative to assaults upon sport officials","description":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials within the vicinity of athletic facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3035/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3035","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995206,"bill_number":"H3094","title":"Concerning the arrest without a warrant of persons on probation","description":"Relative to arrests without a warrant of persons on probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3094","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995209,"bill_number":"H3391","title":"Relative to the energy facilities siting board","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Energy Facilities Siting Board. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995210,"bill_number":"H3263","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995211,"bill_number":"H3426","title":"Relative to aviation vegetation management plans","description":"Relative to aviation vegetation management plans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995212,"bill_number":"H3211","title":"Relative to parking","description":"Relative to notification of parking violations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3211","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995213,"bill_number":"H3083","title":"For uniform fiduciary access to digital assets","description":"Relative to fiduciary access to digital assets under the uniform probate code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3083/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995214,"bill_number":"H3186","title":"Relative to the marijuana tax rate","description":"Relative to adjusting the recreational marijuana tax structure. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995216,"bill_number":"H3181","title":"Relative to marijuana research, data collection, and best practices","description":"Relative to the social and economic effects of marijuana in the Commonwealth. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995217,"bill_number":"H2984","title":"To restore adequate funding for disproportionate share hospitals","description":"Relative to reimbursement rates to disproportionate share hospitals . Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2984/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995219,"bill_number":"H3015","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995220,"bill_number":"H3247","title":"Relative to the safe treatment of pain","description":"Relative to further regulating the practice of acupuncture. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995221,"bill_number":"H2998","title":"Creating a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to establish a task force on sexual assault climate surveys on the campuses of public and private institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4159","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995222,"bill_number":"H3385","title":"Promoting agricultural energy production and reducing greenhouse gases","description":"Relative to utilizing anaerobic digestion technology electric energy renewable generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4303","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995224,"bill_number":"H3172","title":"Relative to marijuana and marijuana concentrate in primary residence","description":"Relative to penalties for possessing excessive amounts of marijuana and marijuana concentrate in primary residences. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3172","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":995225,"bill_number":"H3195","title":"Improving taxation and regulation of marijuana","description":"Relative to the regulation and taxation of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3195/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995228,"bill_number":"H3170","title":"Establishing a tax rate for marijuana equal to the tax rate for tobacco","description":"Relative to the taxation of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3170","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995229,"bill_number":"H3034","title":"Limiting the use of prison labor","description":"Relative to the use of prison labor outside of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-05-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995230,"bill_number":"H3218","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995231,"bill_number":"H3079","title":"To promote transparency, best practices and better outcomes for children and communities","description":"Relative to the treatment and interaction of juveniles within the state justice system and the collection and reporting of statistical data regarding such juveniles by certain state agencies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3079/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3079","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995232,"bill_number":"H3203","title":"Relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations","description":"Relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3203","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":995233,"bill_number":"H3072","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3072/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995234,"bill_number":"H3063","title":"Amending spousal support payments","description":"Relative to spousal support payments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995235,"bill_number":"H3281","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4788","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995237,"bill_number":"H3099","title":"Concerning the Massachusetts Probation Service","description":"Relative to Massachusetts Probation Service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995238,"bill_number":"H3369","title":"Protecting information relating to the religious affiliation of an individual","description":"Relative to the disclosure of personal religious affiliation information by the Commonwealth to federal agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995239,"bill_number":"H3154","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995240,"bill_number":"H3424","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995241,"bill_number":"H3372","title":"Relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling","description":"Relative to diversity in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995242,"bill_number":"H3425","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the James J. Delaney II, USMC Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the James J. Delaney II, USMC veterans memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1985","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995243,"bill_number":"H3283","title":"Protecting veterans and children of those officers and firefighters that gave their last full measure","description":"Relative to the hiring preferences for veterans and surviving children of police officers and fire fighters who died in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3283","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995252,"bill_number":"H3311","title":"Relating to live theater productions","description":"For legislation to establish a live theater tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995253,"bill_number":"H3365","title":"Ensuring cyber security in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to study the need for increased cyber security within government agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995254,"bill_number":"H3069","title":"Relative to the transportation of illegal firearms","description":"Relative to the transportation of illegal firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3069/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3069","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995255,"bill_number":"H3173","title":"Authorizing medical marijuana treatment centers to sell recreational marijuana beginning July 1, 2017","description":"Relative to the sale of recreational marijuana at medical marijuana treatment centers. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3173","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":995256,"bill_number":"H3187","title":"For fair competition in the sale of recreational marijuana","description":"Relative to applications for testing facility, retailer, product manufacturer and cultivator marijuana licenses. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3187/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995257,"bill_number":"H3044","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3044","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995258,"bill_number":"H3036","title":"Relative to civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment","description":"Relative to civil commitment proceedings for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995260,"bill_number":"H3138","title":"Establishing a youth employment trust fund","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and others that the Executive Office for Administration and Finance be authorized to establish the youth employment subsidy fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995261,"bill_number":"H3270","title":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"Relative to continuing education and the licensing of elevator mechanics. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995262,"bill_number":"H3042","title":"Relating to online mandated reporter training and neglect panel","description":"Relative to online mandated child abuse reporter training. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4491","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3042/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3042","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995263,"bill_number":"H3169","title":"Limiting the sale of certain edible products in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to regulating the sale of certain edible marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3169/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995264,"bill_number":"H3145","title":"To ensure funding for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to adjust the rate of contributions to the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H3160","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995265,"bill_number":"H3059","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3059","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995266,"bill_number":"H3423","title":"Regulating non-commercial aircraft landing in municipalities","description":"Relative to regulating certain non-commercial aircraft at municipal airports. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995267,"bill_number":"H3340","title":"Concerning car rental fees","description":"For legislation to exempt residents of the cities of Boston and Cambridge from paying the additional surcharge on vehicle rentals contracted in said cities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995270,"bill_number":"H3029","title":"To protect property of elder or disabled persons","description":"Relative to the penalties for property crimes against elderly or disabled persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3029/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3029","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995271,"bill_number":"H3335","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995272,"bill_number":"H3141","title":"Protecting workers' wages from arbitrary recoupment of overpayments","description":"Relative to the recoupment of overpayment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995274,"bill_number":"H3416","title":"To audit and investigate the Commuter Rail Operating Agreement","description":"For legislation to authorize the Inspector General to conduct an audit and investigation into Keolis Commuter Services, LLC’s . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995275,"bill_number":"H3095","title":"Relative to earned work credits","description":"For legislation to provide for certain deductions of sentences for satisfactory conduct of a parolee while on parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995276,"bill_number":"H3330","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts rural jobs act","description":"Relative to capital investments and job creation in rural areas through a nonrefundable tax credit for certain taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4216","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995278,"bill_number":"H3103","title":"Regarding the appointment of court investigators and the admissibility of certain reports in care and protection cases","description":"Relative to the appointment of court investigators and the admissibility of certain reports in care and protection cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995279,"bill_number":"H3433","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3866","last_action_date":"2017-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995281,"bill_number":"H3093","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Relative to health care decisions during periods of incapacity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4593","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3093/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3093","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995282,"bill_number":"H2999","title":"Improving graduation rates at public colleges and universities","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that public institutions of higher education be authorized to provide flexibility in graduation requirements for students who have one or more diagnosed and documented intellectual or developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4286","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995283,"bill_number":"H3389","title":"Relative to municipally owned street light conversion revolving loan fund","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to offer zero-interest loans to municipalities for the conversion of some or all street lighting to light-emitting diode lighting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995284,"bill_number":"H3214","title":"Relative to methadone clinic zoning","description":"Relative to methadone clinic zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3214/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995285,"bill_number":"H3028","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"Relative to providing protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995286,"bill_number":"H3153","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to further regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995289,"bill_number":"H3313","title":"Relative to the assessment of real property for purposes of local taxation","description":"Relative to the assessed valuation of real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995290,"bill_number":"H3126","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and juveniles","description":"Relative to records of persons falsely accused of crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995291,"bill_number":"H3109","title":"To make juvenile court custody orders fully enforceable","description":"For legislation to grant the Probate and Family Court Department exclusive jurisdiction to modify or enforce orders awarding legal custody of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995292,"bill_number":"H2974","title":"To limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for behavioral health and substance abuse services","description":"For legislation to limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for behavioral health and substance abuse services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4315","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995294,"bill_number":"H3189","title":"Relative to persons under the age of twenty-one possessing an ounce or less of marijuana and collection of the civil penalty related thereto","description":"Relative to the penalties for marijuana possession by juveniles. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3189/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995296,"bill_number":"H3276","title":"To establish parental leave for public employees","description":"For legislation to establish paid parental leave for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995297,"bill_number":"H3039","title":"Relative to flash mob robberies","description":"Relative to organized retail crime by 6 or more persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3039/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3039","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995298,"bill_number":"H3374","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4206","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995299,"bill_number":"H3197","title":"Authorizing medical marijuana treatment centers to sell recreational marijuana beginning July 1, 2017","description":"For legislation to authorize medical marijuana treatment centers to sell recreational marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3197/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3197","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":995301,"bill_number":"H3053","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3053","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995302,"bill_number":"H3002","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3002/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995303,"bill_number":"H3000","title":"To establish a finish line grant program to encourage college completion","description":"For legislation to provide scholarships for programs leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4512","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995305,"bill_number":"H3004","title":"To address the degree gap and reduce student debt","description":"For legislation to authorize certain high school students to attend community college free of tuition and fees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4512","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3004/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995306,"bill_number":"H3436","title":"To protect rental car customers","description":"Relative to rental car fees for electronic tolling. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995308,"bill_number":"H3102","title":"Relative to a juvenile justice police and data commission","description":"By Mr. Markey of Dartmouth, a petition of Christopher M. Markey and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and evaluate policies related to the juvenile justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995310,"bill_number":"H3114","title":"To secure property rights and to deter criminal activity","description":"Relative to criminal forfeiture of property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3114","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":995311,"bill_number":"H3271","title":"Establishing a smart gun technology task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to review the feasibility of “smart gun” technology. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995312,"bill_number":"H3054","title":"Protecting Department of Youth Services employees","description":"Relative to the penalties for assaulting Department of Youth Services employees or employees contracted through said department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995314,"bill_number":"H3377","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease certain property at the Hinton State Laboratory in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease certain property at the Hinton State Laboratory in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995315,"bill_number":"H3196","title":"Resolutions from the commonwealth to our senators and representative in Congress and the President","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers memorializing the Congress of the United States to secure the deletion of the word marihuana from the federal Controlled Substances Act. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3196/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995316,"bill_number":"H3262","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995317,"bill_number":"H3338","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"Relative to the assessed value of real estate in agricultural or horticultural use. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3854","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995318,"bill_number":"H3439","title":"Relative to all-electronic tolling data privacy","description":"Relative to the collection of all-electronic tolling data. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995320,"bill_number":"H3089","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3089","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995321,"bill_number":"H3194","title":"Relative to the use of cash assistance","description":"Relative to prohibiting purchases of marijuana by persons using direct cash assistance funds held on electronic benefit transfer cards or access devices. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3194/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995323,"bill_number":"H3140","title":"Promoting political participation","description":"Relative to payroll deductions for voluntary contributions to not-for-profit social welfare organizations and political action committees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995325,"bill_number":"H3131","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995326,"bill_number":"H2996","title":"Increasing transparency for the University of Massachusetts Building Authority","description":"Relative to the lease agreements and partnerships entered into by the University of Massachusetts Building Authority. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2996/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2996","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995327,"bill_number":"H3331","title":"Relative to internet sales tax","description":"By Mr. Lawn of Watertown, a petition of John J. Lawn, Jr. and others that noncollecting Internet vendors notify purchasers that sales or use taxes are due on nonexempt purchases. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995328,"bill_number":"H3221","title":"Further regulating special permits","description":"By Ms. Vincent of Revere, a petition of RoseLee Vincent and Michelle M. DuBois further regulating special permits to include areas of critical environmental concern. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3221/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3221","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995329,"bill_number":"H3121","title":"Related to parole","description":"Relative to the duties and composition of the parole board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995331,"bill_number":"H3116","title":"Relative to enhancing public safety in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to further regulating the classes and penalties of controlled substances . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995332,"bill_number":"H3066","title":"Relative to juveniles accused of sexual offenses","description":"Relative to juveniles accused of sexual offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995333,"bill_number":"H3048","title":"Relative to civil commitment length of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse","description":"Relative to civil commitment length of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995334,"bill_number":"H3417","title":"Limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles","description":"Relative to limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995335,"bill_number":"H3148","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995336,"bill_number":"H3363","title":"Relative to revenue, information, and accountability","description":"By Representatives Connolly of Cambridge and Provost of Somerville, a petition of Mike Connolly and others that the Executive Office for Administration and Finance be authorized to provide a summary which reports the total amount of income tax paid to the federal government for the prior year. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995337,"bill_number":"H3444","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3660","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995339,"bill_number":"H3201","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. Marijuana Policy. [Local Approval Required.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3201/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995340,"bill_number":"H3219","title":"Further regulating siting of solid waste facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate the siting of solid waste facilities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995342,"bill_number":"H3243","title":"To amend the lead law to include water piping","description":"Relative to including water piping in the lead law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4282","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3243/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3243","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995343,"bill_number":"H3117","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995344,"bill_number":"H3228","title":"Relative to the regulation of subcutaneous implants","description":"Relative to the regulation of subcutaneous implants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3228/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3228","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995345,"bill_number":"H3409","title":"Establishing a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995346,"bill_number":"H3238","title":"Relative to the charitable donation of not readily marketable food","description":"Relative to the charitable donation of not readily marketable food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995350,"bill_number":"H3180","title":"Relative to youth marijuana use prevention and education","description":"Relative to youth marijuana use, prevention and education. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995351,"bill_number":"H3207","title":"To ensure safe living conditions in sober homes","description":"Relative to certified alcohol and drug free housing. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995352,"bill_number":"H3282","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995353,"bill_number":"H2967","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995354,"bill_number":"H3056","title":"Relative to registering a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for certain motor vehicle registration offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995355,"bill_number":"H3354","title":"Implementing fair revenue sharing among all cities and towns","description":"Relative to local aid distribution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995356,"bill_number":"H3158","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3703","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995358,"bill_number":"H3274","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995359,"bill_number":"H3261","title":"Relative to conducting study on sexual recidivism","description":"By Mr. Heroux of Attleboro, a petition of Paul R. Heroux, Kay Khan and Denise Provost that the joint legislative committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security appoint an independent organization to study the rates of sexual recidivism of certain sex offenders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995361,"bill_number":"H3393","title":"Relative to municipal lighting plants exemption","description":"For legislation to exempt municipal lighting plants from certain competitive choice of generation supply requirements. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995362,"bill_number":"H2986","title":"To benefit the Community Hospital Reinvestment Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish large physician organizations assessment of certain non-profit physician organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995363,"bill_number":"H3200","title":"Establishing a commission to study the impact of marijuana legalization on public safety and the well-being of children in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the codes, statutes and criminal laws pertaining to the use of marijuana . Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3200/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3200","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995364,"bill_number":"H3217","title":"Relative to the Lancaster sewer district","description":"Relative to the Lancaster sewer district. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Re-enacted and again laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2018-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995366,"bill_number":"H3394","title":"To increase recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the diversion rate and the redemption rate of certain beverage containers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995368,"bill_number":"H3122","title":"Relative to traffic stop data","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995370,"bill_number":"H3412","title":"Relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license","description":"Relative to the issuance of class 1 dealers' licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995371,"bill_number":"H2982","title":"Maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information within health care","description":"Relative to confidential information in health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995372,"bill_number":"H3058","title":"Relative to the penalty for the sale and use of fireworks","description":"Relative to the penalties for the sale and use of fireworks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3058/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3058","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995373,"bill_number":"H3159","title":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the registration of professional employer organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3805","last_action_date":"2017-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995374,"bill_number":"H3361","title":"Requiring state agencies to collect Asian American aggregate data","description":"Relative to identifying Asian American and Pacific Islander ethnic groups residing in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4408","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995375,"bill_number":"H3226","title":"Relative to timely care and saving lives","description":"Relative to pre-hospital care protocols related to the assessment, treatment and transport of stroke patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4623","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995377,"bill_number":"H3230","title":"Clarifying patient safety procedures","description":"Relative to clarifying patient safety procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3230/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3230","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995378,"bill_number":"H3234","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3234/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995380,"bill_number":"H3355","title":"Relative to the open meeting law","description":"By Mr. Cabral of New Bedford, a petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral further regulating penalties for violations of open meeting laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995382,"bill_number":"H3265","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995383,"bill_number":"H3237","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995384,"bill_number":"H2954","title":"Relative to the fiduciary responsibility of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts","description":"Relative to fiduciary responsibilities of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995386,"bill_number":"H3151","title":"Increasing injured workers' access to medical care and workers' compensation benefits","description":"Relative to workers' access to medical care and workers' compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1011","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995387,"bill_number":"H3318","title":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills","description":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995388,"bill_number":"H2968","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"Relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995389,"bill_number":"H3081","title":"Establishing extreme risk protective orders","description":"Relative to extreme risk protective orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3081/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3081","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995390,"bill_number":"H3351","title":"Promoting Massachusetts artisans","description":"Relative to taxation on sales of artwork created by artisans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995391,"bill_number":"H3112","title":"Relative to homeless shelters","description":"Relative to discharging level 3 sex offenders to homeless shelters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995392,"bill_number":"H3445","title":"Relative to the creation of a motor carrier safety council","description":"For legislation to create the motor carrier safety council to improve the transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous products. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995393,"bill_number":"H3408","title":"Creating the Massachusetts transportation and environment equity fund","description":"For legislation to create the Massachusetts transportation and environment equity fund and the development of a comprehensive transportation and development program for the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995395,"bill_number":"H3432","title":"Relative to expired licenses","description":"Relative to the operation of motor vehicles by persons with expired drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995396,"bill_number":"H3030","title":"To define abuse and neglect of a child","description":"For legislation to further define abuse and neglect of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995397,"bill_number":"H3178","title":"Relative to the public safety risk of marijuana-impaired drivers","description":"Relative to the determination of instances of drugged driving. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995402,"bill_number":"H2992","title":"Relative to nursing home reimbursement rates in Provincetown","description":"Relative to certain reimbursement rates when contracting for services in the town of Provincetown. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995403,"bill_number":"H3160","title":"Relative to workforce development and job training","description":"Relative to pipeline training workforce development and job training grants. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995404,"bill_number":"H3013","title":"Relative to excess profits resulting from 40B developments","description":"Relative to the penalty for withholding low income housing development excess profits. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995406,"bill_number":"H3188","title":"To further regulate the legalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to banking services by banks or credit unions that engage in marijuana commerce. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3751","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3188/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995407,"bill_number":"H3259","title":"Relating to concurrent police jurisdiction on certain Massachusetts Port Authority properties in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to provide concurrent police authority for Massachusetts Port Authority properties in the city of Boston. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995408,"bill_number":"H3438","title":"Relative to antique motor vehicle inspections","description":"Relative to exempting certain antique cars from the annual vehicle safety inspection program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995409,"bill_number":"H3024","title":"Relative to preventing discriminatory land use and permitting decisions","description":"By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition of Christine P. Barber and others that discriminatory land use practices of legislative or regulatory bodies or instrumentalities be considered unlawful. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995410,"bill_number":"H3280","title":"Relative to public safety officers and creditable service","description":"Relative to creditable service for certain public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995411,"bill_number":"H3130","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995413,"bill_number":"H3183","title":"Relative to marijuana potency","description":"Relative to the effects of marijuana and marijuana products with high potency on the human body. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995414,"bill_number":"H3233","title":"Prohibiting the burning of construction and demolition waste as fuel","description":"Relative to the burning of construction and demolition waste as biofuel and further regulating the permitting or operation of energy-generating facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3233","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995416,"bill_number":"H3229","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3229","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995417,"bill_number":"H3388","title":"Relative to improving public safety in excavation","description":"Relative to enforcement of the \"dig safe\" training program by the Department of Public Utilities and excavation public safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3388","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995418,"bill_number":"H3293","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1435","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995419,"bill_number":"H3225","title":"Relative to CPR recertification","description":"Relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995421,"bill_number":"H3284","title":"Defining membership of retirement boards","description":"Relative to filling certain vacancies on retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995422,"bill_number":"H3447","title":"Defining \"Gold Star Families\"","description":"For legislation further defining Gold Star Families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995423,"bill_number":"H3086","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3086/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3086","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995425,"bill_number":"H3239","title":"To improve access to and reporting of pharmacy services in hospitals","description":"For legislation to improve access to pharmacy based services within hospital settings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995426,"bill_number":"H3018","title":"Requiring notice to landlords relating to gas or electric shutoffs","description":"Relative to notices of delinquent charges to the owners of rental dwellings. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3018","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995427,"bill_number":"H3125","title":"Relative to restrictions on sex offenders","description":"Relative to certain restrictions on sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995428,"bill_number":"H3055","title":"Relative to tort claims","description":"Relative to claims and indemnity procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3055/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3055","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":995429,"bill_number":"H3246","title":"Requiring timely reporting of autopsy results","description":"By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition of Kevin J. Kuros and others that the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner provide copies of autopsy reports within 60 days of the completion of investigations into the circumstances surrounding deaths. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995430,"bill_number":"H3289","title":"Relative to firefighter 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995432,"bill_number":"H3291","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995434,"bill_number":"H3101","title":"Relative to the reckless operation of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the penalties for reckless operation of motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995435,"bill_number":"H3208","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, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3208","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995436,"bill_number":"H3329","title":"To promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to establish a tiered system of tax incentives to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3329","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995437,"bill_number":"H3165","title":"Regulating OUI penalties for marijuana","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for operating motor vehicles while under the influence of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995439,"bill_number":"H3147","title":"To diversify the use of the Workforce Training Fund to support the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to provide grants for pipeline training for unemployed persons. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3804","last_action_date":"2017-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995440,"bill_number":"H3209","title":"Relative to the creation of regional disability commissions","description":"For legislation to authorize two more municipalities to establish regional commissions on disabilities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995441,"bill_number":"H3162","title":"Relative to the THC level in edible products","description":"Relative to the THC level in edible marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995443,"bill_number":"H3277","title":"Relative to line of duty survivor benefits for court officials","description":"Relative to line of duty survivor benefits for court officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3277/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3277","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995444,"bill_number":"H3343","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995445,"bill_number":"H3193","title":"Banning the manufacture and sale of edible marijuana","description":"Relative to banning the manufacture and sale of edible marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3193","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995446,"bill_number":"H3252","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995447,"bill_number":"H3064","title":"Relative to the best interests of children","description":"Relative to the care and protection of children and certain court determinations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3064/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995448,"bill_number":"H3441","title":"Relative to keeping multiple copies of handicapped parking placards","description":"For legislation to authorize the registrar of motor vehicles to issue special parking identification placards bearing the designation \"International Symbol of Access\" to certain handicapped persons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995449,"bill_number":"H3371","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995451,"bill_number":"H3382","title":"Relative to equity in public workforce","description":"Relative to diversity in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995453,"bill_number":"H3292","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3292","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995454,"bill_number":"H3192","title":"Establishing a balanced cannabis task force advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish a cannabis task force advisory board (including members of the General Court) to make recommendations on the regulation of marijuana and marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3192/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995455,"bill_number":"H3260","title":"Relative to creating an Olympic firearm roster","description":"For legislation to exempt certain Olympic competition pistols from provisions of the firearm licensing law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3260","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":995456,"bill_number":"H3398","title":"Relative to small farm energy production","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot and others 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995458,"bill_number":"H3174","title":"Repealing section 1-3 and 7-18 of Chapter 351 of the acts of 2016","description":"Relative to repealing certain provisions of the law regulating the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3174","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":995459,"bill_number":"H3220","title":"Relative to the closure of the Saugus ash landfill","description":"Relative to the closure of the Saugus ash landfill. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3220/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995462,"bill_number":"H3443","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995463,"bill_number":"H3098","title":"Establishing a parent child testimonial privilege","description":"For legislation to establish parent child testimonial privileges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3098","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995464,"bill_number":"H3337","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"Relative to treatment of debt on principal residences for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995465,"bill_number":"H3139","title":"To promote employment","description":"Relative to employment and job training. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3139/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3139","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995466,"bill_number":"H3182","title":"Relative to marijuana product packaging and labeling","description":"Relative to packaging requirements for marijuana and marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995468,"bill_number":"H3152","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995469,"bill_number":"H3405","title":"Establishing Massachusetts Cultural Corridors","description":"For legislation to establish cultural corridors. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995471,"bill_number":"H3033","title":"Relative to enforcing federal law","description":"Relative to enforcement of federal law by sheriffs and certain correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995472,"bill_number":"H3324","title":"Relative to hotel rooms booked online","description":"Relative to room occupancy excise tax for certain rooms booked online. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S1567","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995473,"bill_number":"H3269","title":"To protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of public funds and resources for immigration enforcement purposes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4587","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995474,"bill_number":"H3428","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995475,"bill_number":"H3245","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995477,"bill_number":"H3345","title":"Relative to exempted pension income","description":"Relative to taxable income from contributory annuity, pension, endowment or retirement funds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995479,"bill_number":"H3403","title":"Relative to low income solar","description":"Relative to solar net metering credits for publicly-assisted housing or its residents and exempting low-income ratepayers from monthly minimum reliability contributions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995480,"bill_number":"H3129","title":"Amending fatal motor-vehicle accident investigation procedure","description":"Relative to chemical analysis of blood in the event of death or bodily harm to another while operating a motor vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995481,"bill_number":"H3401","title":"Relating to replacement plans","description":"Relative to the replacement of gas meters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995482,"bill_number":"H3301","title":"Resolve establishing a task force on civil service hiring procedures","description":"By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study civil service laws. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995483,"bill_number":"H3164","title":"Relative to zoning of retail marijuana facilities","description":"Relative to zoning of retail marijuana facilities. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995484,"bill_number":"H3097","title":"Relative to the social host law","description":"Relative to furnishing alcoholic beverages to persons under twenty-one years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3097","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995485,"bill_number":"H3134","title":"To establish paid family leave","description":"For legislation to further regulate paid family leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995486,"bill_number":"H3070","title":"Increasing penalties for discharging a firearm into a dwelling, residence or structure where persons reside","description":"Relative to penalties for discharging firearms in residential dwellings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995488,"bill_number":"H3045","title":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in probate & family court","description":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in Probate and Family Court decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3045","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995489,"bill_number":"H3249","title":"Relative to HIV screening and prevention","description":"Relative to HIV screening. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4283","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995490,"bill_number":"H3075","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995492,"bill_number":"H3413","title":"Relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements","description":"Relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4347","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995493,"bill_number":"H3244","title":"Decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food","description":"Relative to date labels on food packaging of products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3244","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995494,"bill_number":"H3051","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995496,"bill_number":"H3359","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing a municipal building financing authority","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the feasibility of establishing a municipal building finance authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995498,"bill_number":"H3267","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995499,"bill_number":"H3175","title":"To protect children from the use of alcohol and marijuana","description":"Relative to advertising for the distribution of alcohol or marijuana within a mile of a school zone. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995500,"bill_number":"H3167","title":"Funding youth substance use prevention through a fee on licensed marijuana establishments","description":"For legislation to authorize the cannabis control commission to assess an annual fee on licensed marijuana retail stores, product manufacturers, and cultivators. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995501,"bill_number":"H3295","title":"Providing retiree healthcare benefits reform","description":"For legislation to provide for public employee retiree healthcare benefits reform. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995502,"bill_number":"H3166","title":"Dedicating one-percent of the recreational marijuana excise tax to youth substance use prevention","description":"Relative to dedicating one-percent of the recreational marijuana excise to youth substance use prevention. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995504,"bill_number":"H3356","title":"Further regulating access to public records","description":"For legislation to establish a public records division within the office of the State Secretary. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995505,"bill_number":"H3113","title":"Relative to the reporting of certain violations","description":"Relative to the reporting of certain violations and the protection of whistleblowers, so-called. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995508,"bill_number":"H3427","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995509,"bill_number":"H3344","title":"Relative to film tax credit transparency","description":"Relative to the film tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995510,"bill_number":"H3204","title":"Relative to psychotropic medication","description":"Relative administering scheduled psychotropic medications without prior written consent at nursing homes, rest homes or other long-term care facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3204","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995511,"bill_number":"H3020","title":"Relative to the economic mobility and stability program","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study data related to programs that provide support for stable housing and to increase economic self-sufficiency. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3020","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995512,"bill_number":"H3373","title":"Relative to the regulatory authority for oversight of the recreational marijuana industry","description":"For legislation to establish the marijuana health and safety protection commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995513,"bill_number":"H3090","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3090/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3090","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995515,"bill_number":"H3407","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995517,"bill_number":"H3437","title":"To reduce the fee for motor vehicle veteran registration plates","description":"For legislation to reduce registration fees on veteran plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995518,"bill_number":"H2990","title":"Ensuring parity in assessments by the Health Safety Net Trust Fund","description":"Relative to surcharges assessed by acute hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995519,"bill_number":"H3031","title":"To create the offense of leaving the scene after causing serious bodily injury","description":"Relative to leaving the scene of a traffic accident after causing serious bodily injury. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995520,"bill_number":"H3336","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995522,"bill_number":"H3258","title":"Relative to maintaining the integrity of the judicial system","description":"By Mr. Carvalho of Boston, a petition of Evandro C. Carvalho and others that deaths involving the discharge of a firearm or use of force by law enforcement officers be investigated by special prosecutors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995523,"bill_number":"H3216","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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3216/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3216","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995524,"bill_number":"H3124","title":"Relative to agricultural crop and property destruction","description":"Relative to tort liability for operating off-highway or recreational vehicles that damage or destroy certain field crop products or agricultural property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995526,"bill_number":"H2985","title":"Ensuring accuracy in health care financial reports","description":"Relative to health care financial reports. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2985/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2985","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995527,"bill_number":"H3404","title":"Relative to expanding resource efficiency in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote efficiency in the use of certain natural resources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4737","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995528,"bill_number":"H3100","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"Relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995529,"bill_number":"H3286","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995530,"bill_number":"H3326","title":"Relative to corporate excise taxes for homeowners associations organized as corporations","description":"Relative to corporate excise taxes for homeowners associations organized as corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995531,"bill_number":"H3334","title":"Protecting the interests of housing cooperative shareholders","description":"Relative to providing for income tax rental deductions to certain resident shareholders of housing cooperatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995534,"bill_number":"H3319","title":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","description":"Relative to eligibility for earned income tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3669","last_action_date":"2017-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995535,"bill_number":"H3171","title":"Regulating certain edible products","description":"Relative to the labeling of certain edible marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3171","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995536,"bill_number":"H3142","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"Relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995537,"bill_number":"H3001","title":"Establishing the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center board of directors","description":"For legislation to establish a board of directors at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3001/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995538,"bill_number":"H3224","title":"To establish a children's vision screening registry","description":"For legislation to establish a children's vision screening registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995539,"bill_number":"H3119","title":"Relative to coerced abortion","description":"Relative to voluntary consent for abortion services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995540,"bill_number":"H3009","title":"Expanding the definition of affordable housing","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to use manufactured housing as affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995542,"bill_number":"H3215","title":"Relative to snow removal fines","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to enforce snow removal penalties for sidewalks abutting privately-owned property near certain state roadways. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995543,"bill_number":"H3132","title":"Relative to pre-trial services","description":"Relative to pre-trial services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995544,"bill_number":"H3402","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995545,"bill_number":"H3052","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3052","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995546,"bill_number":"H3110","title":"To promote fairness in probation fees","description":"Relative to parole fees assessed upon persons receiving public assistance The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995547,"bill_number":"H3163","title":"Regulating the sale of recreational marijuana","description":"Relative to authorizing municipalities to prohibit the creation and operation of marijuana establishments or impose zoning ordinances for locations of retail marijuana establishments. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995548,"bill_number":"H3320","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995557,"bill_number":"H3017","title":"To preserve affordable housing through a local option tenant's right to purchase","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to grant tenants of residential buildings with three or more units the right of first refusal to purchase such buildings at fair market value. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995562,"bill_number":"H3212","title":"To protect pets in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect pets in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3212","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995569,"bill_number":"H3341","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995574,"bill_number":"H3240","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"Relative to written consent for HLTV 111 tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4861","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995581,"bill_number":"H2995","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4286","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995586,"bill_number":"H3325","title":"Relative to open spaces and tax incentives","description":"Relative to providing incentives for businesses to remove billboards, signs, and other advertising devices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3910","last_action_date":"2017-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995593,"bill_number":"H3077","title":"Restricting fine time sentences","description":"Relative to fine time sentences, so-called. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3077/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995600,"bill_number":"H3410","title":"Relative to commercial transportation network company screening","description":"Relative to commercial transportation network companies background checks and screenings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995605,"bill_number":"H3156","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995612,"bill_number":"H3091","title":"To expedite care and custody of minor children modification proceedings","description":"Relative to care and custody of minor children modification proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3091","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995635,"bill_number":"H3177","title":"Further regulating the manufacture and sale of certain commercial marijuana products","description":"For legislation to further regulate the manufacturing and sales of certain commercial marijuana products. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995654,"bill_number":"H3127","title":"Relative to criminal procedure; creating the Justice Safety Valve Act","description":"Relative to mandatory minimum sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995672,"bill_number":"H3383","title":"Relative to equity and public contracting","description":"Relative to diversity in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995691,"bill_number":"H2820","title":"Relative to graduate education for certain dental professionals","description":"Relative to the certification of public health dental practitioners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4454","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995710,"bill_number":"H3352","title":"Supporting local business retention","description":"Relative to taxes assessed on commercial real estate and personal property of small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-09-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":995727,"bill_number":"H3300","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":996376,"bill_number":"H3449","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":996455,"bill_number":"H3448","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-03-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":996810,"bill_number":"H3451","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":996834,"bill_number":"H3450","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marie Visco, an employee of the Department of Public Health","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":"2017-04-24","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-08","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":997022,"bill_number":"S2043","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gary Kellenberger, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"SENATE, Thursday, March 23, 2017 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Gary Kellenberger, an employee of the Department of Mental Health (Senate, No. 1414),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2043).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":997070,"bill_number":"S2044","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gail Weinberg-Kraus, an employee of the Trial Court of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gail Weinberg-Kraus, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2044","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":999149,"bill_number":"H3452","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kevin Blake, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kevin Blake, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":999376,"bill_number":"H3453","title":"A communication from the Honorable David Paul Linsky, Chairman of the House committee on Post Audit and Oversight, submitting a report of the House committee on Post Audit and Oversight of the 189th General Court (under the provisions of Section 63 of Chapter 3 of the General Laws) entitled: Under the Radar: Massachusetts’ Private Gun Sale Loophole (House, No. 3453)","description":"A communication from the Honorable David Paul Linsky, Chairman of the House committee on Post Audit and Oversight, submitting a report of the House committee on Post Audit and Oversight of the 189th General Court (under the provisions of Section 63 of Chapter 3 of the General Laws) entitled: Under the Radar: Massachusetts’ Private Gun Sale Loophole (House, No. 3453)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-27","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1001277,"bill_number":"H3456","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Angeline Lee, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Angeline Lee, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1001318,"bill_number":"H3455","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brenda May, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brenda May, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1001359,"bill_number":"H3458","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of Article 97 land to the city known as the town of Franklin","description":"By Representative Roy of Franklin and Senator Spilka, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jeffrey N. Roy, Richard J. Ross and Karen E. Spilka (with the approval of the town council) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land to the city known as the town of Franklin for landfill capping, solid waste transfer station and recycling center purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4054","last_action_date":"2017-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3458","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1001432,"bill_number":"H3454","title":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","description":"For legislation to establish a short term residential rental excise. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4287","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1001655,"bill_number":"H3459","title":"Relative to the prevailing wage in the city of Holyoke","description":"Relative to prevailing wages in the city of Holyoke. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002541,"bill_number":"H3461","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":"2017-03-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002549,"bill_number":"H3462","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Monica Bassila, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Monica Bassila, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002555,"bill_number":"H3460","title":"Regarding the composition of the Boston Arts Commission","description":"Relative to the composition of the Boston Arts Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 332 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002566,"bill_number":"S2045","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied H1389","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2045","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002587,"bill_number":"H3490","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Educational Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establishing the Massachusetts Educational Trust Fund to provide financial assistance for post-secondary education . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002588,"bill_number":"H3508","title":"Relative to opioid drug manufacturer assessments","description":"Relative to opioid drug manufacturer assessments. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4710","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002589,"bill_number":"H3484","title":"Limiting campaign contributions from outside the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to limiting campaign contributions from outside the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002591,"bill_number":"H3471","title":"Establishing automatic contract renewal","description":"Relative to automatic contract renewals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002593,"bill_number":"H3497","title":"Requiring blood testing for surviving drivers","description":"For legislation to require blood testing for survivors of motor vehicle accidents or collisions resulting in personal injury or death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002596,"bill_number":"H3495","title":"To reimburse the prevailing party plaintiffs in ten taxpayer actions","description":"For legislation to authorize taxable inhabitants to recover certain litigation expenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002597,"bill_number":"H3481","title":"Increasing funding for the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"Relative to increasing funding for the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002599,"bill_number":"H3467","title":"Relative to the protection of open spaces","description":"Relative to certain billboards, signs and advertising devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002600,"bill_number":"H3487","title":"Relative to prescription drug dispensing schedules","description":"Relative to prescription medication synchronization healthcare coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002604,"bill_number":"H3535","title":"Relative to license reinstatement fees for drivers without a conviction","description":"Relative to license reinstatement fees for drivers without a conviction. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002605,"bill_number":"H3515","title":"Requiring notation of do not resuscitate orders on electronic medical records","description":"Relative to requiring notation of do not resuscitate orders on electronic medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002607,"bill_number":"H3504","title":"To increase addiction treatment services","description":"By Messrs. Ashe of Longmeadow and Velis of Westfield, a petition of Brian M. Ashe, John C. Velis and others that the commissioner of Public Health be authorized to establish a marijuana addiction treatment fund. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002609,"bill_number":"H3479","title":"Relative to encouraging and supporting high school graduation","description":"Relative to encouraging and supporting high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2056","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002610,"bill_number":"H3473","title":"Relative to creating energy jobs","description":"Relative to advanced and applied energy technologies and the reduction of energy reliance on non-renewable sources. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002611,"bill_number":"H3472","title":"Relative to the town of Avon","description":"Relative to the membership of the Brockton Economic Target Area. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002617,"bill_number":"H3537","title":"To increase residency preference for appointment at Boston Police Department and Boston Fire Department to three years","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to increase residency preference for appointment at the Boston Police Department and the Boston Fire Department to three years. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002619,"bill_number":"H3498","title":"Improving the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention","description":"Relative to the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4357","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002621,"bill_number":"H3496","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"Relative to penalties for unauthorized use of unmanned aerial vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002625,"bill_number":"H3502","title":"Relative to flexible spending accounts","description":"Relative to notification of changes to flexible spending accounts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002626,"bill_number":"H3529","title":"Relative to tow lien reform","description":"Relative to towing away and storage of motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002628,"bill_number":"H3527","title":"To reduce recidivism","description":"For legislation to provide for employer tax credits for the employment of individuals formerly incarcerated. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002629,"bill_number":"H3517","title":"Providing diaper benefits for certain parents","description":"By Mr. Pignatelli of Lenox, a petition of William Smitty Pignatelli and others that the Department of Public Health be authorized to conduct an investigation and study of the feasibility and value of providing diaper benefits to low-income infants and children. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002631,"bill_number":"H3470","title":"Relative to claiming charitable raffle prizes","description":"Relative to claiming charitable raffle prizes. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002634,"bill_number":"H3530","title":"Relative to the Millicent Library in the town of Fairhaven","description":"Relative to certain payments by the Treasurer and Receiver General to the Millicent Library in the town of Fairhaven. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002635,"bill_number":"H3533","title":"Improving the accessibility of certain Massport environmental data relative to East Boston","description":"By Mr. Madaro of Boston, a petition of Adrian Madaro that the Massachusetts Port Authority prepare and publish policies of the environmental impact of Logan International Airport on the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002636,"bill_number":"H3476","title":"Relative to school services for certain 22 year-old students","description":"Relative to school services for certain 22 year-old students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002637,"bill_number":"H3483","title":"Relative to medically fragile students","description":"Relative to the education of children with certain disabilities and life-threatening impairments. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4723","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002640,"bill_number":"H3511","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on substance misuse treatment","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition of Dylan Fernandes and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of treatment options for substance misuse. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002642,"bill_number":"H3536","title":"Authorizing the town of Burlington to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Burlington to grant six additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and two 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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3756","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002645,"bill_number":"H3538","title":"Authorizing the city of Pittsfield to prohibit heavy commercial vehicles on Hancock Road","description":"That the city of Pittsfield be authorized to prohibit the use of certain commercial vehicles on Hancock Road. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3538","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002649,"bill_number":"H3465","title":"Requiring domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain occupations","description":"Relative to domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain licensed occupations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4427","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002650,"bill_number":"H3499","title":"Decriminalizing prostitution","description":"Relative to decriminalizing prostitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002652,"bill_number":"H3519","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission relative to correctional education","description":"Relative to educational programs in the state prisons and the county houses of correction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002655,"bill_number":"H3477","title":"Relative to floor hockey safety","description":"Relative to the safety of students participating in floor hockey as part of physical education courses in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002656,"bill_number":"H3501","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"Relative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002658,"bill_number":"H3509","title":"Relative to post-release placement for certain inmates","description":"For legislation to establish a voucher assistance program for certain drug dependent persons released from incarceration and assigned to certified alcohol and drug free housing . Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002659,"bill_number":"H3514","title":"Relative to informed consent for concurrent surgical procedures","description":"Relative to informed consent for concurrent surgical procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4797","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002669,"bill_number":"H3516","title":"Requiring the Chief Medical Examiner to provide certain information in substance abuse-related deaths","description":"For legislation to require the Chief Medical Examiner to provide certain information in substance abuse-related deaths. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002670,"bill_number":"H3503","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 and establishing a hotline at the Department of Labor and Workforce Development for consumers to report non-compliance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4502","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3503","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1002674,"bill_number":"H3532","title":"Relative to certain truck transportation practices","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik that certain commercial motor vehicles combined with a trailer with a total weight equal to or less than 99,000 be authorized to travel on certain public ways with permits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002675,"bill_number":"H3500","title":"Protecting titles to real estate in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to titles for real estate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002678,"bill_number":"H3534","title":"Honoring Bob Cousy","description":"For legislation to designate a certain portion of a public roadway between Portland Street and Haverhill Street in the city of Boston as Bob Cousy Way. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002680,"bill_number":"H3485","title":"Relative to election modernization","description":"Relative to election modernization. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002684,"bill_number":"H3492","title":"Relative to affordable housing","description":"Relative to affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3492","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1002688,"bill_number":"H3506","title":"For public safety in regards to homegrown marijuana","description":"Relative to marijuana cultivators. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002689,"bill_number":"H3505","title":"Regarding the granting of licenses for the cultivation and sale of marijuana","description":"Relative to licenses for the cultivation and sale of marijuana. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002692,"bill_number":"H3489","title":"Relative to Medicaid fees","description":"Relative to Medicaid fees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002693,"bill_number":"H3522","title":"Establishing a homestead exemption for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to establish a homestead exemption for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002694,"bill_number":"H3507","title":"Relative to the cultivation of industrial crops","description":"Relative to the cultivation of industrial hemp. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3768","last_action_date":"2017-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002698,"bill_number":"H3486","title":"Relative to early voting in local elections","description":"Relative to early voting in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002699,"bill_number":"H3513","title":"Relative to the town administrator in the town of Fairhaven","description":"That the town of Fairhaven be authorized to further clarify the duties and responsibilities of the town administrator . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-01-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002701,"bill_number":"H3478","title":"Relative to protecting district school funding","description":"Relative to district school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002702,"bill_number":"H3475","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the impact of undocumented aliens residing in the commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Murray of Milford, a petition of Brian Murray and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the impact of undocumented immigrants residing in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4584","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002707,"bill_number":"H3526","title":"Relative to community tax relief","description":"Relative to the real property tax exemptions of certain public and private institution of higher education and certain public charities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002708,"bill_number":"H3523","title":"Relative to investing in education by closing a tax loophole","description":"For legislation to increase the rate of taxable income of interest and dividends and further regulating school funding. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002709,"bill_number":"H3525","title":"Extending the sales tax to vacation home rentals","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax for vacation home rentals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3917","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002711,"bill_number":"H3531","title":"Relative to parking safety","description":"Relative to parking in the vicinity of commercial developments, districts or buildings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002716,"bill_number":"H3488","title":"Relative to access to care for Ehler Danlos syndrome patients","description":"Relative to providing coverage for physical therapy preventative, ongoing chronic maintenance, and acute treatment for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002719,"bill_number":"H3493","title":"To define affordable housing","description":"For legislation to further define affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4791","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002720,"bill_number":"H3464","title":"Relative to the civilian certification of military medical personnel","description":"Relative to the civilian certification of military medical personnel. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002721,"bill_number":"H3510","title":"Relative to voluntary third-party notification of end of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse","description":"Relative to voluntary third-party notification of end of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4557","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002723,"bill_number":"H3512","title":"Supporting affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to very large real estate transactions","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities which have established an affordable housing trust fund to impose a certain fee to the purchase price of certain real property. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4196","last_action_date":"2018-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002725,"bill_number":"H3463","title":"Relative to the Children's Behavioral Health Initiative","description":"Relative to certain behavioral health coverage for persons under twenty-one years of age . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002727,"bill_number":"H3468","title":"Relative to complimentary drinking water at establishments serving alcohol","description":"Relative to complimentary drinking water at establishments serving alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002729,"bill_number":"H3518","title":"Relative to correctional education data collection","description":"Relative to correctional education programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002731,"bill_number":"H3494","title":"Relative to supervised medical parole of terminal and extraordinarily incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to supervised medical parole of terminal and extraordinarily incapacitated inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002732,"bill_number":"H3520","title":"Establishing a municipal bulk purchasing program for industrial washing machines for fire departments","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal bulk purchasing program for industrial washing machines for fire departments. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002733,"bill_number":"H3521","title":"To reform civil service exams","description":"For legislation to further regulate civil service exams. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002737,"bill_number":"H3528","title":"Promoting the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"For legislation to further define miniature beverage containers under the \"bottle bill\", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002738,"bill_number":"H3466","title":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverage not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Dracut to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverage not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3755","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002740,"bill_number":"H3482","title":"Establishing funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts","description":"Relative to providing for increases in English language learners in school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1002741,"bill_number":"H3480","title":"Encouraging academic success","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the start and end times for school days at public elementary and secondary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S227","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3480/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3480","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1002804,"bill_number":"H3540","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the South End section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to redevelopment of the affordable housing project known as West Newton-Rutland-East Springfield public housing in the South End section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3540","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1003631,"bill_number":"H3599","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 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. 3600) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. April 5, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1003755,"bill_number":"H3539","title":"Relative to assault and battery on a police officer","description":"Relativerelative to assault and battery on a police officer. The Judicary","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1004058,"bill_number":"S2048","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dean Canada, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dean Canada, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-03-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2073","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1004739,"bill_number":"S2049","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gail Normandin, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gail Normandin, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-04-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2059","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1004856,"bill_number":"H3600","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 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 2018 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":"2017-04-25","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3601","last_action_date":"2017-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3600/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3600","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005385,"bill_number":"H3541","title":"To restore Boston's governmentally-involved housing protection","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to regulate rent for the use or occupancy of certain governmentally-involved housing in said city. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4744","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3541","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005584,"bill_number":"H3546","title":"Relative to the sale and consumption of wine, beer, and malt liquor on the premises of certain establishments","description":"Relative to the sale of wines and malt beverages on the premises of certain establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005586,"bill_number":"H3581","title":"To regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005588,"bill_number":"H3558","title":"Combatting misinformation about ex-offender voting rights","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker and others that the Office of the Commissioner of Probation be authorized to notify certain persons convicted of a felony of their voter eligibility. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3558/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005591,"bill_number":"H3572","title":"Relative to auto insurance costs for traditionally low-and moderate income communities","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance costs for low-and moderate income communities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005593,"bill_number":"H3552","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4132","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3552","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1005603,"bill_number":"H3602","title":"Relative to secondhand smoke in condominiums","description":"Relative to secondhand smoke in condominiums. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005606,"bill_number":"H3584","title":"Relative to health care liens and consumer protection","description":"Relative to certain health care liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005608,"bill_number":"H3629","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth analytic center for excellence","description":"For legislation to establish the Commonwealth analytic center for excellence. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3629/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3629","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005610,"bill_number":"H3576","title":"Relative to campus safety","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to review the feasibility and effectiveness of the creation of an on-campus assault review board. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005613,"bill_number":"H3621","title":"Protecting veterans’ preference in hiring practices","description":"Relative to veterans’ preference hiring practices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005615,"bill_number":"H3583","title":"Removing youthful offenders and juveniles from the definition of sex offender","description":"For legislation to remove youthful offenders and juveniles from the definition of sex offender. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005618,"bill_number":"H3605","title":"Requiring transparency in board of health investigations","description":"Relative to transparency in board of health investigations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005622,"bill_number":"H3611","title":"Authorizing the voluntary disavowal of eligibility to purchase a firearm","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker and others that the commissioner of Criminal Justice Services be authorized to establish a list of persons who disavow eligibility to purchase firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005624,"bill_number":"H3569","title":"Requiring annual lung cancer screenings for firefighters","description":"For legislation to authorize annual lung cancer screenings for firefighters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005626,"bill_number":"H3633","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"Relative to workplace safety, trench excavation permitting and further regulating the responsibilities of procurement officers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4219","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005629,"bill_number":"H3618","title":"Relative to firefighter details","description":"Relative to firefighter details. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005631,"bill_number":"H3542","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to issue 12 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 3 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":"2017-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3757","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005633,"bill_number":"H3557","title":"Establishing an English language learner state grant program","description":"By Mr. Stanley of Waltham, a petition of Thomas M. Stanley and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorize to establish an English language learner state grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4678","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005639,"bill_number":"H3582","title":"Prohibiting certain pharmacy claims fees","description":"Relative to charging or holding pharmacists or pharmacies responsible for certain fee related claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005642,"bill_number":"H3624","title":"Providing tax credits to certain employers that provide affordable, on-site child-care for employees","description":"Relative to providing tax credits to certain employers that provide on-site child-care for employees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005645,"bill_number":"H3580","title":"Known as the \"Drug Test Consent Bill\" aka \"Christina's Law\"","description":"Relative to the penalty for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005647,"bill_number":"H3591","title":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors","description":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005649,"bill_number":"H3594","title":"Relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics","description":"Relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005652,"bill_number":"H3626","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005655,"bill_number":"H3597","title":"Relative to eliminating discrimination in blood donations","description":"Relative to discrimination in blood donations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4797","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005656,"bill_number":"H3551","title":"Establishing preschool partnerships with local school districts","description":"For legislation to establish preschool partnerships with local school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2874","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005660,"bill_number":"H3603","title":"Relative to potluck events","description":"For legislation to exempt certain community-based senior nutrition programs from Department of Public Health regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005662,"bill_number":"H3596","title":"Encouraging municipal scholarship funds","description":"Relative to municipal scholarship funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005664,"bill_number":"H3630","title":"Allowing an exemption to the prohibition on gifts to public employees","description":"For legislation to further regulate gifts to public employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005667,"bill_number":"H3555","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and student recovery","description":"Relative to dropout prevention and student recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied H2056","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005669,"bill_number":"H3632","title":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell","description":"By Mr. Mom of Lowell, a petition of Rady Mom and others that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to the city of Lowell for general municipal purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4440","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005678,"bill_number":"H3556","title":"Relating to digital citizenship and media literacy in public schools","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to developing best practices and recommendations for instruction in digital citizenship, internet safety, and media literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2306","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005681,"bill_number":"H3577","title":"Relative to air traffic safety","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for interfering with aircraft in flight by use of a laser pointer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005683,"bill_number":"H3565","title":"To recognize the rights of a community regarding a petition to construct an energy facility or an oil facility","description":"Relative to the rights of communities prior to the issuance of energy or oil facility operating permits by the Department of Environmental Protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4527","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3565/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005686,"bill_number":"H3587","title":"To increase effectiveness and improve outcomes for treating persons with severe mental illness in our communities","description":"Relative to the petitioning of district courts for assisted outpatient treatment of individuals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005688,"bill_number":"H3589","title":"Establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and others establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005690,"bill_number":"H3642","title":"Relative to public safety and active shooter situations","description":"Relative to public safety and active shooter situations at certain transportation buildings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005696,"bill_number":"H3604","title":"Protecting potluck events from cancellation","description":"For legislation to exempt food service establishments holding a potluck dinner event from certain public health regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005698,"bill_number":"H3550","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"Relative to financial literacy training in public high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied S249","last_action_date":"2018-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005699,"bill_number":"H3585","title":"Relative to entrance of cell procedures","description":"For legislation to establish uniform standards for state and county correctional facilities regarding entrance of cell procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005703,"bill_number":"H3615","title":"Relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children","description":"Relative to policy and procedures for missing and abducted children. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005705,"bill_number":"H3612","title":"Requiring implicit bias training for law enforcement officers","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition of Dylan Fernandes and others that the Municipal Police Training Committee be authorized to develop a fair and impartial policing course. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005712,"bill_number":"H3606","title":"Relative to food service providers at charitable events","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others that volunteer food servers at charitable potluck events be exempt from certain Department of Public Health regulations . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005715,"bill_number":"H3575","title":"Relative to colon screenings","description":"Relative to providing healthcare coverage for certain colon screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005717,"bill_number":"H3622","title":"Relative to the electronic deposit of tax refunds","description":"Relative to disbursing electronic deposits of tax refunds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3622/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3622","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005721,"bill_number":"H3578","title":"Making firearm owners civilly liable for damage caused by lost or stolen firearms","description":"Relative to making firearm owners civilly liable for damages caused by lost or stolen firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005724,"bill_number":"H3643","title":"Relative to the hiring of veterans","description":"Relative to the hiring of veterans for state park ranger positions. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005726,"bill_number":"H3571","title":"Relative to out-of-network billing","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) on consumer protection in health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005731,"bill_number":"H3564","title":"Relative to Massachusetts participation in the Paris Climate Agreement's Green House Gas Emission Standards","description":"By Representative Fernandes of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition of Dylan Fernandes and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be authorized to meet or exceed the international guidelines set forth in the 2015 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Paris Agreement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3994","last_action_date":"2017-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005733,"bill_number":"H3627","title":"Prohibiting the allocation of general obligation bonds for athletic fields or playgrounds constructed with crumb rubber","description":"By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition of David F. DeCoste, Patrick M. O'Connor and Timothy R. Whelan that general obligation bonds not be used to fund the installation of athletic fields or playgrounds constructed with crumb rubber. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005735,"bill_number":"H3635","title":"Relative to LIHEAP","description":"By Mr. Hay of Fitchburg, a petition of Stephan Hay that the Department of Housing and Community Development be authorized to contract with Montachusett Opportunity Council, Inc. for administration and provision of the low-income home energy program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005739,"bill_number":"H3573","title":"Relative to long-term care payment options","description":"Relative to long-term care payment options. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005740,"bill_number":"H3636","title":"Relative to green jobs","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts energy efficiency authority. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005742,"bill_number":"H3628","title":"Relative to the state property zoning exemption","description":"Relative to the state property zoning exemption. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3628","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005744,"bill_number":"H3631","title":"Establishing a state board of appeals for municipal matters","description":"For legislation to establish a division of municipal appeals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3631/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005749,"bill_number":"H3574","title":"Expanding coverage of dental procedures","description":"Relative to expanding coverage of dental procedures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005751,"bill_number":"H3625","title":"Exempting veterans’ organizations from state and local meals tax","description":"Relative to exempting certain veterans’ organizations from state and local meals tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3625","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005753,"bill_number":"H3608","title":"Relative to public safety","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Norfolk Sheriff’s department be authorized to establish an emergency medical technician training program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005755,"bill_number":"H3590","title":"Requiring audiovisual recordings of certain police interrogations","description":"Relative to requiring audiovisual recordings of certain police interrogations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005758,"bill_number":"H3567","title":"Protecting schools in an in incineration zone","description":"Relative to prohibiting the Department of Environmental Protection from issuing incineration operating permits in the vicinity of certain schools and parks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4527","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005761,"bill_number":"H3598","title":"Relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner","description":"Relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005769,"bill_number":"H3616","title":"Relative to civil service status","description":"Relative to civil service preference for certain high school graduates. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005772,"bill_number":"H3563","title":"Relative to the control of furbearing mammals","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema further regulating the trapping of certain furbearing mammals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4531","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005774,"bill_number":"H3634","title":"Accelerating the renewable energy portfolio standard","description":"Relative to renewable energy portfolio standards for retail electricity suppliers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005776,"bill_number":"H3619","title":"Relative to United States Peace Corps' service purchase","description":"Relative to creditable service for peace corps volunteers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3619","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1005780,"bill_number":"H3545","title":"Relative to sonographers and vascular technologists","description":"Relative to sonographers and vascular technologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005781,"bill_number":"H3593","title":"To prevent over saturation of clinical or educational programs in low income neighborhoods under the Dover amendment without local approval","description":"Relative to substance use and alcohol addiction centers and clinics in low income municipalities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005783,"bill_number":"H3613","title":"Relative to the sale and use of fireworks","description":"Relative to the sale and use of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3613/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3613","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005788,"bill_number":"H3559","title":"Relative to the disclosure of foreign monetary donations","description":"Relative to campaign disclosure of foreign donations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005791,"bill_number":"H3588","title":"Relative to valuing professional practices at fair market value in divorce proceedings","description":"Relative to valuing professional practices at fair market value in divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005793,"bill_number":"H3595","title":"Relative to improving mental health care through innovation","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry, Chris Walsh and Brian M. Ashe that the Department of Mental Health be authorized to establish a program for the treatment and support of people with mental illness and brain-based disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3595","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005796,"bill_number":"H3568","title":"Protecting schools in an evacuation zone","description":"Relative to prohibiting the Department of Environmental Protection from issuing certain operating permits in the vicinity of certain schools and parks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4527","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005798,"bill_number":"H3610","title":"Temporarily preventing firearm access for extremely dangerous or suicidal individuals","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker and others further regulating conditions to carry firearms by certain at risk persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4517","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005801,"bill_number":"H3609","title":"Relative to imitation firearms","description":"Relative to imitation firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4767","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005806,"bill_number":"H3579","title":"To support dual-status youth in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to juvenile or youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005808,"bill_number":"H3544","title":"Relative to the certification of pet groomers","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of pet grooming. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005811,"bill_number":"H3566","title":"Of a petitioner to provide remuneration for an epidemiological base-line impact study","description":"Relative to prohibiting the Department of Environmental Protection from issuing certain operating permits prior to the conducting of a study and analysis of the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions of the area. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4527","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005813,"bill_number":"H3607","title":"Relative to the welfare of children","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Norfolk Sheriff’s department be authorized to establish a pilot program to provide drug testing services to parents or legal guardians of minor children suspected of illegally using controlled substances. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005815,"bill_number":"H3560","title":"To protect voter information","description":"For legislation to further regulate the use of voter information. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005819,"bill_number":"H3637","title":"Relative to conservation and natural gas infrastructure","description":"Relative to conservation and natural gas infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005820,"bill_number":"H3570","title":"Relative to dental anesthesia","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for hospital or ambulatory center charges for certain dental procedures requiring general anesthesia. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005824,"bill_number":"H3586","title":"Relative to justice-involved women","description":"Relative to re-entry and rehabilitation programs for incarcerated women. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005827,"bill_number":"H3549","title":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","description":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4395","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005829,"bill_number":"H3639","title":"Relative to public safety related to Blue Hills Trail Crossings Route 28 and Route 138 in Milton","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition of William Driscoll and James M. Cantwell that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to conduct a traffic study of a trail crossing of state highway Route 138 and state highway Route 28 in the Blue Hills Reservation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005831,"bill_number":"H3561","title":"Relative to the importation of animals for rescue, shelter, foster, adoption or remote sale","description":"Relative to the importation of certain domestic animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4279","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3561","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005834,"bill_number":"H3641","title":"Relative to electronic tolling","description":"Relative to electronic tolling on certain state and interstate highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005836,"bill_number":"H3617","title":"Relative to civil service protections for certain state employees","description":"Relative to civil service protections for certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005842,"bill_number":"H3562","title":"To study the health of the Blue Hills Forest and ecology to inform long-term reservation management","description":"For legislation to authorize an independent scientific organization to study and survey of the forest, wildlife and environmental health of the Blue Hills Reservation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4270","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3562","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005844,"bill_number":"H3592","title":"Limiting executive salaries of state funded nonprofit organizations and public charities","description":"For legislation to limit executive salaries of state-funded nonprofit organizations and public charities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005846,"bill_number":"H3638","title":"Relative to public safety at the intersection of Brush Hill Road and Truman Parkway in Milton","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to develop a safety improvement plan to address traffic concerns at Brush Hill Road and Truman Parkway intersection in the town of Milton. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005849,"bill_number":"H3548","title":"Relative to commercial trash disposal","description":"Relative to commercial trash disposal fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005851,"bill_number":"H3554","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"By Mr. Lewis of Framingham (by request), a petition of William Robinson that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to track school districts with high student classroom removal rates. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3554","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1005853,"bill_number":"H3553","title":"To fund a more affordable public higher education system in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to be known as the education fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005861,"bill_number":"H3543","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts infrastructure bank","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts infrastructure bank. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4786","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005882,"bill_number":"H3640","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for veterans","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005921,"bill_number":"H3623","title":"To properly value real estate transactions","description":"For legislation to properly value real estate transactions for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1005926,"bill_number":"H3614","title":"Relative to the tracking and testing of sexual assault kits","description":"Relative to the tracking and testing of sexual assault kits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1006035,"bill_number":"S2050","title":"Reforming fine time","description":"Relative to reforming fine time.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1006199,"bill_number":"S2051","title":"Authorizing the town of Palmer to issue 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 Palmer to issue one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 4279 Church street. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-09-28","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1006542,"bill_number":"H3646","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Haverhill as the Caitlin E. Trask Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Haverhill as the U.S. Navy Petty Officer Caitlin E. Trask memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3937","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1006561,"bill_number":"H3644","title":"Relative to certain genetically targeted drug coverage for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for certain genetically targeted drugs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4865","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1006585,"bill_number":"H3645","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth C. Cox, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth C. Cox, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007142,"bill_number":"H3647","title":"To establish a sick leave bank for Donald Stuart, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Donald Stuart, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007650,"bill_number":"H3648","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":"2017-04-24","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007791,"bill_number":"S2052","title":"To fairly fund early voting","description":"For legislation to fairly fund early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2399","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2052","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007797,"bill_number":"S2053","title":"Ensuring internet security and privacy","description":"For legislation to ensure internet security and privacy. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2485","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2053","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007805,"bill_number":"H3649","title":"To ensure teen safety","description":"Relative to consent for abortions for persons less than eighteen years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007813,"bill_number":"H3650","title":"Relative to larceny thresholds","description":"Relative to penalties for the crime of larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2170","last_action_date":"2017-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007818,"bill_number":"H3651","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Pamela Dube, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Pamela Dube, an employee of the Department of Developmental Disabilities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007827,"bill_number":"H3652","title":"Order relative to establishing a joint special committee to make an investigation and study relative to establishing a suitable memorial to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop and other members of the House. April 24, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1007928,"bill_number":"H3653","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Relative to financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3925","last_action_date":"2017-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009046,"bill_number":"S2054","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ramona Foster, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"SENATE, Thursday, April 27, 2017 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Ramona Foster, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Senate, No. 2042),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2054).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009085,"bill_number":"H3654","title":"Authorizing the City of Lowell to use certain municipal land for school purposes","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to use a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell and the town of Tewksbury for the construction of a public high school and other school related purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009154,"bill_number":"H3656","title":"Relative to the annual town election in the town of Rockport","description":"Relativerelative to the 2017 annual town election in the town of rockport.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2017-08-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009208,"bill_number":"H3655","title":"Relative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material","description":"Relativerelative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4455","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009399,"bill_number":"S2056","title":"Enabling taxpayer donations to the Least Developed Countries Fund, an initiative of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change","description":"For legislation to enable taxpayer donations to the Least Developed Countries Fund, an initiative of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2232","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009787,"bill_number":"H3658","title":"Designating a certain park in the town of Hingham as the Eugene F. Creedon Memorial Park","description":"For legislation to designate a certain park in the town of Hingham as the Eugene F. Creedon memorial park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3708","last_action_date":"2017-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009797,"bill_number":"H3657","title":"To improve child safety","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sharing of certain police reports by investigators of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009809,"bill_number":"S2057","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sharon J. Nolan, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sharon J. Nolan, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-03-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009825,"bill_number":"S10","title":"Proposal 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","description":"Senate, -- Taken from the files of the preceding General Court, by order of the Senate, the following proposal received the affirmative votes of a majority of all members elected to the preceding General Court (see House, No. 3933 of 2016)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"Amendment again agreed to -- see Senate  Roll Call #47 [YEAS 29 - NAYS 7] see House Roll Call #67 [YEAS 105 - NAYS 48]","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S10/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009844,"bill_number":"H3660","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1009933,"bill_number":"H3659","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3680","last_action_date":"2017-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3659/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3659","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010061,"bill_number":"S2055","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 (House, No. 65)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2055/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2055","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010109,"bill_number":"H3601","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 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 2018 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":"2017-05-25","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3800","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3601","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010447,"bill_number":"S2060","title":"Establishing a Special Senate Committee on cyber security readiness","description":"Relative to forming a special","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-05-03","last_action":"Again adopted and placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2060/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2060","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010500,"bill_number":"S2061","title":"Establishing a Special Senate committee on addiction prevention, treatment and recovery","description":"Relative to forming a special","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-03","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010518,"bill_number":"H3664","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010528,"bill_number":"H3662","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"To sustain community preservation revenue","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010537,"bill_number":"H3661","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":"2017-03-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010551,"bill_number":"H3668","title":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing","description":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010560,"bill_number":"H3669","title":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","description":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010570,"bill_number":"H3665","title":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","description":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010581,"bill_number":"H3666","title":"To promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers","description":"To promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010585,"bill_number":"H3663","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010590,"bill_number":"H3667","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":"2017-05-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010601,"bill_number":"S2059","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gail Normandin, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gail Normandin, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2059","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010883,"bill_number":"H3670","title":"Authorizing the town of Deerfield to convey a certain parcel of land","description":"Relativerelative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land by the town of Deerfield.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3670","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1010905,"bill_number":"H3673","title":"Relative to the sewer construction and private way maintenance and improvement fund in the town of Barnstable","description":"Relative to the sewer construction and private way maintenance and improvement fund in the town of Barnstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3953","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010915,"bill_number":"S2063","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":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2292","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010931,"bill_number":"S2065","title":"Validating actions taken by the town of Templeton at the annual town meeting held on May 14, 2016","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken by the town of Templeton at the annual town meeting held on May 14, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010943,"bill_number":"H3674","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Sean Fountain to the position of permanent intermittent police officer of the police department of the city of Methuen","description":"That the city of Methuen be authorized to appoint Sean Fountain to the position of permanent intermittent police officer, notwithstanding the provisions of the charter of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3799","last_action_date":"2017-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1010960,"bill_number":"S2062","title":"Relative to internet service providers","description":"For legislation relative to internet service providers. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2485","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2062","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1010980,"bill_number":"H3671","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts wiretap law","description":"Relative to modernizing the Massachusetts wiretap law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011624,"bill_number":"H3679","title":"Renaming Muddy pond in the city known as the town of Barnstable to be called Crocker pond","description":"Relative to renaming Muddy Pond in the city known as the town of Barnstable as Crocker Pond. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011634,"bill_number":"H3677","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of certain Plymouth county sheriff's department employees","description":"Relative to the retirement classification in the state employees retirement system of certain Plymouth county sheriff's department employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3677","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1011663,"bill_number":"H3676","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011680,"bill_number":"H3678","title":"Relative to the powers of the General Court","description":"For legislation to further regulate members of the General Court. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011819,"bill_number":"H3685","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan Jr. memorial bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain overpass over Route 6 as the Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan, Jr. memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-18","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3960","last_action_date":"2017-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011826,"bill_number":"H3682","title":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","description":"Relative to using driving history as a rating or underwriting factor for private passenger motor vehicle insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-03-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011836,"bill_number":"H3684","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the George Allaire Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Yarmouth as the George Allaire memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4157","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011846,"bill_number":"H3681","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":"2017-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011850,"bill_number":"H3683","title":"To promote safe dog ownership","description":"Relative to penalties for neglectful dog ownership. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3683","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011863,"bill_number":"H3687","title":"Redesignating the Pope John Paul II Park located in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston as the Saint Pope John Paul II Park","description":"Redesignating the Pope John Paul II Park located in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston as the Saint Pope John Paul II Park","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 357 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011885,"bill_number":"S2066","title":"Further regulating the appointment of certain guardians","description":"For legislation to further regulate the appointment of certain guardians. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1011914,"bill_number":"H3686","title":"Designating a certain area within Toohig Park in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston in memory of Ambrose Valentino","description":"Designating a certain area within Toohig Park in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston in memory of Ambrose Valentino","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 356 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012175,"bill_number":"S2067","title":"Establishing a town manager in the town of West Newbury","description":"For legislation to establish a town manager in the town of West Newbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-11","last_action":"New draft (Tarr) substituted, see S2161","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012380,"bill_number":"H3675","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Marie Visco, an employee of the Department of Public Health [see House, No. 3450, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3675","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Marie Visco, an employee of the Department of Public Health [see House, No. 3450, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3675","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"See H3450","last_action_date":"2017-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012572,"bill_number":"H3689","title":"Authorizing the City known as the Town of Watertown to pay the funeral and burial expenses of firefighter Joseph Toscano","description":"That the city known as the town of Watertown be authorized to pay certain funeral and burial expenses of Joseph Toscano. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012627,"bill_number":"H3680","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012676,"bill_number":"H3688","title":"Authorizing the town of Westborough to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Westborough be authorized 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3758","last_action_date":"2017-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012878,"bill_number":"H3691","title":"Authorizing the merger of the Salvation Army of Massachusetts, Inc. into the Salvation Army, a New York Corporation","description":"Relative to authorizing the merger of the Salvation Army of Massachusetts, Inc. into the Salvation Army, a New York Corporation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 315 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012913,"bill_number":"H3690","title":"Relative to interstate branching of a credit union and the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation be authorized to create and maintain a fund for the insurance of shares and deposits of members of the Central Credit Union Fund, Inc. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1012988,"bill_number":"H3692","title":"Authorizing the town of Lincoln to exchange certain landfill property for conservation land","description":"That the town of Lincoln be authorized to exchange certain parcels of conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013041,"bill_number":"H3693","title":"Relative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Lincoln deed restricted as affordable housing","description":"That the town of Lincoln be authorized to establish property tax exemptions for certain affordable accessory apartments. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4004","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013051,"bill_number":"H3698","title":"Relative to internet privacy","description":"Relative to the disclosure of customer proprietary information by internet service providers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013091,"bill_number":"H3695","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ruth A. Centola, an employee of the Trial Court of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ruth A. Centola, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013143,"bill_number":"H3696","title":"Relative to Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws","description":"For legislation to include the compensation of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority for certain retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3696/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3696","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013193,"bill_number":"H3697","title":"Regarding surviving military parents","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for surviving parents of certain deceased members of the armed forces. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013241,"bill_number":"H3694","title":"Relative to municipal millennials","description":"Relative to discounted prices for alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013716,"bill_number":"H3699","title":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Carlisle","description":"That the town of Carlisle be authorized to recall certain elected officials of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-15","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4476","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013746,"bill_number":"H3700","title":"Authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in the town of Wayland","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to establish voting rights for permanent resident aliens. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3700/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3700","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013771,"bill_number":"H3701","title":"Amending the act authorizing affordable housing convenants in the town of Nantucket","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to designate the Nantucket Housing Authority as the agency authorized to create, administer and enforce Nantucket housing needs covenants. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4754","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1013776,"bill_number":"H3702","title":"Authorizing the town of Great Barrington to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel","description":"That the town of Great Barrington be authorized to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3912","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014110,"bill_number":"S2068","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Braintree to continue the employment of Paul J. Shastany as chief of police","description":"For legislation to authorize the city known as the Town of Braintree to continue the employment of Paul J. Shastany as chief of police. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2068/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2068","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014145,"bill_number":"S2069","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2589","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2069/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2069","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1014462,"bill_number":"H3703","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"To further define standards of employee safety","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014491,"bill_number":"H3704","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014514,"bill_number":"H3707","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 fuels. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3912","last_action_date":"2017-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014533,"bill_number":"H3706","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Barnstable","description":"That the town of Barnstable be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3706","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014548,"bill_number":"H3705","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For language opportunity for our kids","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3736","last_action_date":"2017-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014603,"bill_number":"H3708","title":"Designating a certain park in the town of Hingham as the Eugene F. Creedon Memorial Park","description":"Designating a certain park in the town of Hingham as the Eugene F. Creedon Memorial Park","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014728,"bill_number":"S2072","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"For legislation to further define standards of employee safety,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2072).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2167","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2072/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014746,"bill_number":"S2071","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation relative to student sex education,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2071).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2113","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2071/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2071","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014764,"bill_number":"H3709","title":"Relative to retirement survivor benefits for George C. Axiotis","description":"Relative to the survivor benefits of George C. Axiotis. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3709","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1014812,"bill_number":"S2070","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For legislation relative to language opportunity for our kids,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2070).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied H3740","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014856,"bill_number":"S2073","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dean Canada, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"SENATE, Thursday, May 18, 2017 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Dean Canada, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2048),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2073).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1014885,"bill_number":"H3710","title":"Authorizing the town of Tisbury to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Tisbury to pay a certain unpaid bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015475,"bill_number":"H3711","title":"Relative to the assessment of betterments for improvements to private ways in the town of Sandwich","description":"That the town of Sandwich be authorized to establish a betterments assessment fund for improvements to private ways. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 247 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015494,"bill_number":"H3712","title":"Relative to the release of a restriction on land in the city of Taunton","description":"Relative to the release of a restriction on land in the city of Taunton.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 188 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015510,"bill_number":"S2074","title":"Report of the Special Commission on Pension Forfeiture","description":"Report of the Special Commission on Pension Forfeiture (pursuant to Section 151 of Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2016, as amended by Section 19A of Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2017) submitting its finding and recommendations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015554,"bill_number":"H3715","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alison Dejordy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alison Dejordy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015582,"bill_number":"H3713","title":"To promote healthy soils","description":"For legislation to establish a healthy soils program within the Department of Agricultural Resources to promote the use of regenerative agriculture. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015603,"bill_number":"H3714","title":"To create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of the Department of Public Health to appoint a rare disease advisory council to coordinate statewide efforts for the study of the incidences of rare diseases within the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3714/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3714","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015691,"bill_number":"H3716","title":"Relative to the regulation of certain elections by the office of campaign and political finance","description":"Relative to the regulation of certain elections by the Office of Campaign and Political Finance. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015733,"bill_number":"H3717","title":"Authorizing the Southborough Board of Selectmen to enter into a land exchange agreement with St. Mark's School, Inc","description":"That the town of Southborough be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to St. Mark's School, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3809","last_action_date":"2017-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3717","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015859,"bill_number":"S2075","title":"Providing diaper benefits for certain parents","description":"For legislation to provide diaper benefits for certain parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1015952,"bill_number":"H3718","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-06-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1016334,"bill_number":"H3719","title":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","description":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017047,"bill_number":"H3722","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Richard Capone, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Richard Capone, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017052,"bill_number":"H3720","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Justin Michael Rizzo, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Justin Michael Rizzo, an employee of the Department of Labor Standards. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017061,"bill_number":"H3723","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017067,"bill_number":"H3721","title":"Relative to private constuction contracts","description":"Relative to liens on certain construction contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017144,"bill_number":"H3724","title":"Relative to the other post employment benefits trust fund of the town of Wellesley","description":"Relative to the other post-employment benefits trust fund of the town of Wellesley. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4006","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017282,"bill_number":"S2077","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2271","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2077/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017370,"bill_number":"H3725","title":"Relative to the Middleton town charter","description":"That the town of Middleton be authorized to elect a moderator for a term of three years and change the annual town meeting day to the third Tuesday in May. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017412,"bill_number":"S2080","title":"Increasing medical awareness and insurance coverage of non-ionizing radiation injury and reliance upon credible independent medical research","description":"For legislation to increase medical awareness and insurance coverage of non-ionizing radiation injury and reliance upon credible independent medical research. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2080","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1017415,"bill_number":"S2079","title":"Reducing non-ionizing radiation exposure in schools","description":"For legislation to reduce non-ionizing radiation exposure in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2422","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2079/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2079","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1017433,"bill_number":"H3726","title":"Relative to the employment contract for the Director of Public Works in the town of Upton","description":"That the town of Upton be authorized to enter into an employment contract with the director of public works for up to three years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017448,"bill_number":"H3728","title":"Relative to disproportionate share and geographically isolated hospitals","description":"Relative to the classification and tiering of disproportionate share and geographically isolated hospitals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3728/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3728","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017462,"bill_number":"H3727","title":"Directing the police department of the city of Boston to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for James Anthony Verderico, Jr.","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Anthony Verderico, Jr., as police officer, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017477,"bill_number":"H3729","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"Relative to the child custody jurisdiction and enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2500","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017491,"bill_number":"S2076","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 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 2018 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":"2017-05-25","last_action":"See H3601","last_action_date":"2017-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2076","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017894,"bill_number":"H3732","title":"Ratifying and validating the adoption of a marijuana establishment prohibition in the town of Reading","description":"That the town of Reading be authorized to prohibit marijuana establishments other than registered medical marijuana dispensaries. Marijuana Policy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4585","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017899,"bill_number":"H3731","title":"To reorganize the information technology function of the Commonwealth to improve data security, safeguard privacy, and promote better service delivery","description":"Relative to to reorganize the information technology function of the Commonwealth to improve data security, safeguard privacy, and promote better service delivery.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Became Law pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendment to the Constitution, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3731/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3731","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017905,"bill_number":"H3733","title":"Requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation","description":"Relative to requiring instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4396","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017909,"bill_number":"H3730","title":"Providing for immediate capital improvement needs of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to providing for immediate capital improvement needs of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3968","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017915,"bill_number":"H3735","title":"Providing for the Annual Observance of the Month of March as Massachusetts Maple Month and Designating Pure Massachusetts Maple Syrup as the Official Sweetener of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to providing for the annual observance of the month of March as Massachusetts maple month and designating pure Massachusetts maple syrup as the official sweetener of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-04","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4246","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1017918,"bill_number":"H3734","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David Senatillaka, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Senatillaka, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018165,"bill_number":"H3738","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Westford 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":"2017-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3840","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3738/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018179,"bill_number":"H3739","title":"Authorizing the town of Millbury to issue an additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Millbury 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":"2017-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3789","last_action_date":"2017-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3739","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018187,"bill_number":"H3737","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Westford 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":"2017-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3839","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3737/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018321,"bill_number":"H3736","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-06-07","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3740","last_action_date":"2017-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018444,"bill_number":"S2084","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sarah Chaplin, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sarah Chaplin, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018463,"bill_number":"S2082","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jason Wendover, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jason Wendover, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2018-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2082/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2082","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018476,"bill_number":"S2083","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Laurie Wendover, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Laurie Wendover, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 324 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2083/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018670,"bill_number":"H3743","title":"Relative to civil liability for improper flood hazard determinations","description":"Relative to civil liability for improper flood hazard determinations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3743/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018698,"bill_number":"H3741","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to enter into contracts for a sewer works system and operation","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to enter into contracts for a sewer works system. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3741/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018722,"bill_number":"H3742","title":"Relative to electric vehicles expansion","description":"Relative to electric vehicles expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4578","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018743,"bill_number":"H3740","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"House bill No. 3736, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 7, 2017.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"Reported by H4032","last_action_date":"2017-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018761,"bill_number":"S2086","title":"Exempting the position of police captain in the Town of Hull from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the position of police captain in the Town of Hull from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2086/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2086","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1018774,"bill_number":"S2085","title":"Authorizing the town of Plymouth to exchange a parcel of land held for conservation purposes for a parcel of land in the town of Plymouth","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Plymouth to exchange a parcel of land held for conservation purposes for a parcel of land in the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019009,"bill_number":"H3744","title":"Amending the conservation restrictions and agricultural preservation statutes","description":"Amending the conservation restrictions and agricultural preservation statutes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019043,"bill_number":"S2081","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2081).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2191","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2081/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2081","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019087,"bill_number":"H3745","title":"Authorizing local voting rights for legal permanent resident non-citizens residing in Amherst","description":"That the town of Amherst be authorized to enter the names of legal permanent resident noncitizens to the list of voters established by the town clerk of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019097,"bill_number":"H2315","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":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2315","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019112,"bill_number":"H3746","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Oxford to elect 3 members of the housing authority","description":"That the town of Oxford be authorized to change the composition of the membership of the housing board of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019381,"bill_number":"H3748","title":"Relative to the town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood","description":"Relative to the appointment of the positions of town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3940","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3748","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019393,"bill_number":"H3747","title":"Amending Chapter 71, Section 89 of the General Laws as it applies to the city of Lowell","description":"Relative to the reimbursement of charter school tuitions for the city of Lowell. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3747/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019404,"bill_number":"H3749","title":"Protecting sunlight and promoting economic development in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to shadows cast by certain structures in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3749/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019437,"bill_number":"H3750","title":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Chelmsford be authorized to issue ten 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":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3841","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019458,"bill_number":"S2078","title":"To Modernize the Commonwealth’s Administration of Unemployment Insurance","description":"Relative to the modernization of the Commonwealth's administration of unemployment insurance","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2450","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2078/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019473,"bill_number":"H3751","title":"To ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"To ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019481,"bill_number":"H3753","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the City of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3753/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019487,"bill_number":"H3757","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-08-28","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019494,"bill_number":"H3758","title":"Authorizing the town of Westborough 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 Westborough 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":"2017-08-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019497,"bill_number":"H3754","title":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 432 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019502,"bill_number":"H3756","title":"Authorizing the town of Burlington to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Burlington to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019508,"bill_number":"H3752","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-15","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3897","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019510,"bill_number":"H3755","title":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dracut 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":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019540,"bill_number":"H3760","title":"Relative to the Baker Hill Road District in the town of Lanesborough","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Ms. Cariddi of North Adams, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 1099). June 15, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019552,"bill_number":"S2087","title":"Protecting the commonwealth from recidivist drunk drivers","description":"Relative to recidivist drunk drivers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2087/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2087","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019565,"bill_number":"H3759","title":"Relative to expanding access to high quality early education in Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to fund early education programs through a certain surcharge. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019738,"bill_number":"H3761","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-05-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3761/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019968,"bill_number":"H3765","title":"Establishing an online system to process background checks by the department of early education and care","description":"For legislation to establish an online system to process background checks by the Department of Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4641","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019970,"bill_number":"H3764","title":"Establishing representative town meetings","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to add the positions of town administrator and finance director as town meeting members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019977,"bill_number":"H3767","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Lanesborough for the reconstruction of the Narragansett Avenue bridge over Lake Pontoosuc","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements in the town of Lanesborough for the purposes of reconstructing a bridge on Narragansett Avenue over Lake Pontoosuc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-03-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3920","last_action_date":"2017-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019981,"bill_number":"H3766","title":"Prohibiting the collection of personal information from a consumer","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain telecommunications or internet service providers from collecting personal information from customers without express written approval. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3766/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3766","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019988,"bill_number":"H3762","title":"Establishing an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises","description":"That the town of Milford 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":"2017-06-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3842","last_action_date":"2017-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3762/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019992,"bill_number":"H3763","title":"Authorizing the Town of Danvers to grant up to ten additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Danvers be authorized to grant ten 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":"2017-06-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3982","last_action_date":"2017-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1019999,"bill_number":"S2088","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2469","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020011,"bill_number":"H3768","title":"To ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"To ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-06-21","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3776","last_action_date":"2017-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020016,"bill_number":"H3769","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth (House, No. 3768) ought to be adopted.","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. June 19, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3769/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020018,"bill_number":"H3770","title":"To provide continuing investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to to provide continuing investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4432","last_action_date":"2018-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3770/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3770","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020029,"bill_number":"S2090","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to the House Bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"Senate, – Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to the House Bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-22","last_action":"See H3776","last_action_date":"2017-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2090/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2090","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020323,"bill_number":"H3774","title":"Providing for the appointment of members of the Dalton Redevelopment Authority","description":"That the town manager of the town of Dalton be authorized to appoint and remove members of the Dalton Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-06-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020333,"bill_number":"H3773","title":"Relative to the payment of bills of prior fiscal years by the town of Harvard","description":"That the town of Harvard be authorized to pay certain bills from prior fiscal years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-10-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020345,"bill_number":"H3772","title":"Relative to the authority of the town administrator of the town of Harvard","description":"Relative to the authority of the town administrator in the town of Harvard. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020351,"bill_number":"H3771","title":"Relative to the payment of prevailing wages on projects in the town of Harvard","description":"That the town of Harvard be exempt from certain labor law requirements. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020356,"bill_number":"S2089","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-03-06","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2089","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020366,"bill_number":"S2095","title":"Relative to donations for municipal events","description":"For legislation relative to donations for municipal events. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-30","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 09/12/2017 from 02:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2017-09-08","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020381,"bill_number":"S2094","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B procurement","description":"For legislation relative to Chapter 30B procurement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2094","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1020440,"bill_number":"S2091","title":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 2 of 2017 (submitted by the Governor pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendments to the Constitution) An Act to reorganize the information technology function of the Commonwealth to improve data security, safeguard privacy, and promote better service delivery (House, No. 3731)","description":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 2 of 2017 (submitted by the Governor pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendments to the Constitution) An Act to reorganize the information technology function of the Commonwealth to improve data security, safeguard privacy, and promote better service delivery (House, No. 3731)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-21","last_action":"See H3731","last_action_date":"2017-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2091","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1020537,"bill_number":"H3776","title":"To ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"House, No. 3768, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 21, 2017.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2017-06-22","last_action":"Reported by H3818","last_action_date":"2017-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020578,"bill_number":"S2092","title":"To prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities","description":"To prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-22","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2103","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2092/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2092","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020695,"bill_number":"S2098","title":"Naming a certain bridge in the city of Fall River as the Leonard “Lenny” Kaplan Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to name a certain bridge in the city of Fall River as the Leonard “Lenny” Kaplan Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2098","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020702,"bill_number":"H3778","title":"Including history of abuse for consideration of alimony","description":"Relative to the calculation of alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3778","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1020703,"bill_number":"H3781","title":"Releasing a restriction on certain property in the town of Webster","description":"By Representative McKenna of Webster and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joseph D. McKenna and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release a restriction on a certain property in the town of Webster. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4122","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020707,"bill_number":"H3779","title":"Implementing a home water filtration tax credit","description":"Relative to the establishment of tax credits for the installation of home water filtration systems for certain homeowners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3779","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020711,"bill_number":"H3780","title":"Requiring notice to operators within a city or town that has accepted the local room occupancy excise tax","description":"Relative to requiring the commissioner of Revenue to provide written notice to certain establishments offering rooms and lodging within a municipality when said municipality has accepted the local room occupancy excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3780","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1020718,"bill_number":"H3777","title":"Authorizing military active duty members and retired veterans to transfer all college credits to higher education institutions in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the transfer of college credits by certain military personnel and veterans to certain institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020722,"bill_number":"S2097","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to the House Bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth","description":"Senate June 22, 2017, – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth (being the text of Senate document number 2090, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-23","last_action":"See H3776","last_action_date":"2017-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2097","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1020845,"bill_number":"H3784","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to appoint water commissioners","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to acquire the Milford Water Company, appoint a board of water commissioners and contract with a water department manager. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1020847,"bill_number":"H3785","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Franklin to establish a local agricultural commission with limited authority","description":"That the city known as the town of Franklin be authorized to establish a local agricultural commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021234,"bill_number":"H3786","title":"Amending the act establishing a Department of Inspectional Services in the city of Lynn","description":"Relative to the Department of Inspectional Services in the city of Lynn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021241,"bill_number":"H3787","title":"Relative to the sale of the property located at 616 Towne Street, North Attleborough, Massachusetts","description":"That the town of North Attleborough be authorized to sell certain property located at 616 Towne Street in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4248","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021250,"bill_number":"S2101","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Renee Salisbury, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Renee Salisbury, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021280,"bill_number":"H3789","title":"Authorizing the town of Millbury to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Millbury to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021301,"bill_number":"S2102","title":"Authorizing the Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Sheffield to the Great Barrington Housing Authority","description":"For legislation to authorize the Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Sheffield to the Great Barrington Housing Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2102","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021318,"bill_number":"H3788","title":"Authorizing the city of Peabody to grant 20 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Peabody to grant 20 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021335,"bill_number":"S2099","title":"Relative to handicapped parking","description":"For legislation relative to handicapped parking,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2099)","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2168","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021342,"bill_number":"H3790","title":"Relative to accidental disability retirement for Jan Witkowski","description":"By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul Brodeur that the Massport Employees’ Retirement System be directed to grant accidental disability retirement benefits to Jan Witkowski. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 248 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021476,"bill_number":"S2100","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2100)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021480,"bill_number":"S2105","title":"Designating a section of state highway route 10 and United States highway route 202 in the town of Southwick as the Purple Heart Trail","description":"For legislation to designate a section of state highway route 10 and United States highway route 202 in the town of Southwick as the Purple Heart Trail. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021498,"bill_number":"S2104","title":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act (House, No. 3680, amended)","description":"Senate June 29, 2017, – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act (House, No. 3680, amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"See H3680","last_action_date":"2017-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021529,"bill_number":"S2103","title":"To prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities","description":"Senate June 29, 2017, – Text of the Senate Bill to prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities (being the text of Senate document number 2092, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021570,"bill_number":"H3791","title":"Authorizing the town of Whately to continue the employment of John Lasalle as a call firefighter","description":"That the town of Whately be authorized to continue the employment of John Lasalle as a call firefighter. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3791","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021574,"bill_number":"H3792","title":"Concerning local room tax in the town of Falmouth","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to impose a room occupancy tax on vacation and leisure accommodations. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3792","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021593,"bill_number":"H3794","title":"Exempting J. Adam Stagno from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the Town of North Andover","description":"Relative to the appointment of J. Adam Stagno to the position of police officer in the town of North Andover, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 333 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3794/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021596,"bill_number":"H3793","title":"Exempting Nicholas L. Martone from the maximum age requirement for firefighters in the Town of North Andover","description":"Relative to the appointment of Nicholas L. Martone to the position of firefighter in the town of North Andover, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-05","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4126","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3793/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3793","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1021602,"bill_number":"H3797","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Sturbridge as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3900","last_action_date":"2017-09-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3797","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021603,"bill_number":"H3796","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Gates, an employee of the Department of Environmental Protection","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Gates, an employee of the Department of Environmental Protection. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021605,"bill_number":"H3798","title":"Designating a certain road as Trooper Thomas L. Clardy Way","description":"For legislation to designate a certain road in the town of Charlton as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy way. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3901","last_action_date":"2017-09-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3798/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021606,"bill_number":"H3795","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Boudria, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Boudria, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-08-14","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021651,"bill_number":"S2107","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David Banks of 17 Turner Drive of Randolph, a court officer of the West Roxbury District Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Banks of 17 Turner Drive of Randolph, a court officer of the West Roxbury District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-06-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2111","last_action_date":"2017-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021659,"bill_number":"H3799","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Sean Fountain to the position of permanent intermittent police officer of the police department of the city known as the town of Methuen","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3674). July 6, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3799/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3799","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021684,"bill_number":"H3800","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 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 2018 (House, No. 3601), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3800).","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"Item 8910-0108 passed over veto - see  Roll Call #298 [YEAS 32 to NAYS 6]","last_action_date":"2017-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021715,"bill_number":"S2108","title":"Relative to consumer protection for prescription drug purchases","description":"For legislation relative to consumer protection for prescription drug purchases. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2108/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2108","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021718,"bill_number":"H3803","title":"To amend the Massport CAC Enabling Act","description":"Relative to the finances of the Massport Community Advisory Committee. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4088","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3803/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3803","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021727,"bill_number":"H3802","title":"Relative to disability awareness training","description":"Relative to disability awareness training for certain state employees. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4792","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3802/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3802","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1021732,"bill_number":"H3801","title":"Relative to enhancing public transparency to support quality care outcomes in all child serving organizations","description":"Relative to public transparency to support quality care outcomes in all child serving organizations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1021734,"bill_number":"H3805","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":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-07-10","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3805","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1021765,"bill_number":"H3807","title":"To amend special legislation to limit transfer of restaurant liquor licenses in the town of Belmont","description":"Relative to the transfers of certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises in the town of Belmont. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3807","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1021834,"bill_number":"H3808","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022017,"bill_number":"S2114","title":"Authorizing the board of selectmen of Hardwick to appoint the town collector","description":"For legislation to authorize the board of selectmen of Hardwick to appoint the town collector. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2114","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1022026,"bill_number":"S2116","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michelle Dancy, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michelle Dancy, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022193,"bill_number":"H3809","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to enter into a land exchange agreement with St. Mark's School of Southborough, Inc","description":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to enter into a land exchange agreement with St. Mark's School of Southborough, Inc","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3809","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1022222,"bill_number":"S2118","title":"To update postural screening requirements in schools","description":"For legislation to update postural screening requirements in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2118","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1022393,"bill_number":"H3810","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Waltham","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Waltham","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3975","last_action_date":"2017-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3810","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1022404,"bill_number":"H3811","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Revere","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Revere","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3995","last_action_date":"2017-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022458,"bill_number":"H3815","title":"Designating a portion of Route 88 as Governor Cellucci Circle in the town of Westport","description":"For legislation to designate a portion of Route 88 in the town of Westport as Governor Cellucci circle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3963","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022462,"bill_number":"H3813","title":"Directing the teachers’ retirement system to grant creditable service to Philip M. LeMarbre","description":"For legislation to direct the Teachers' Retirement System to grant certain creditable service to Philip M. LeMarbre. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022468,"bill_number":"S2120","title":"Fail First – Improved Medication Management Amendment","description":"Fail First – Improved Medication Management Amendment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"1969-12-31","last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":"1969-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022471,"bill_number":"H3814","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022477,"bill_number":"S2113","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth (Senate, No. 2071),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2113)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-13","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2128","last_action_date":"2017-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022481,"bill_number":"S2112","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools","description":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools (Senate, No. 256),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2112)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-07-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022485,"bill_number":"H3812","title":"To regulate Carfentanil","description":"Relative to trafficking carfentanil or any salt or derivative thereof. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3812","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022505,"bill_number":"H3817","title":"Authorizing retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Canton to serve until the age of 70","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to use retired Canton police officers as special police officers for the purpose of performing certain police duties. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3885","last_action_date":"2017-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022507,"bill_number":"H3828","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 2018 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. 3800] (for message, see House, No. 3828)","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 2018 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. 3800] (for message, see House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3828/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3828","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1022530,"bill_number":"H3818","title":"To ensure safe access to marijuana","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth (House, No. 3776), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3818).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022579,"bill_number":"H3830","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022591,"bill_number":"H3829","title":"Promoting affordable health care options","description":"Relative to promoting affordable health care options.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022637,"bill_number":"S2121","title":"Community Benefit Districts","description":"Community Benefit Districts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"1969-12-31","last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":"1969-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2121/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022709,"bill_number":"H3831","title":"For the regulation of Reservoir pond in the town of Canton","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to regulate the use of Reservoir Pond in said town. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3831/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3831","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022712,"bill_number":"H3834","title":"Authorizing the town of Williamsburg to continue the employment of call firefighter James Ferron","description":"That the town of Williamsburg be authorized to continue the employment of James Ferron as a call firefighter in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022716,"bill_number":"S2123","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Matthew McGaughran, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Matthew McGaughran, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022720,"bill_number":"H3833","title":"Authorizing the town of Lenox to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land","description":"That the town of Lenox be authorized to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022724,"bill_number":"S2122","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Cormier, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Cormier, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-06-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022729,"bill_number":"H3832","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for park, playground or recreation uses for school purposes and for installation of subsurface geothermal wells","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to use certain land used for park, playground or recreation uses for school purposes, for installation of sub surface geothermal wells and to relocate a certain pool facility. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022736,"bill_number":"H3836","title":"Authorizing the municipalities of Natick and Framingham to name certain bridges","description":"Relative to the sponsorship of bridges crossing the state highways on or along the Cochituate Rail Trail in the towns of Natick and Framingham. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-07-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3836/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022747,"bill_number":"H3837","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Sorensen, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Sorensen, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3837/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022758,"bill_number":"H3835","title":"Relative to Odin Lloyd","description":"Relative to the right of Abatement AB Initio for certain individuals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022868,"bill_number":"S2126","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":"2017-03-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022874,"bill_number":"S2127","title":"Relative to the A-B-C Stormwater Flooding Board","description":"For legislation relative to the A-B-C Stormwater Flooding Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 119 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022882,"bill_number":"S2124","title":"Improving real property tax abatements, application deadlines, and deferrals","description":"Relative to senior citizen property taxes (Senate, No. 1503) (also based on Senate, Nos. 1514, 1543, 1583, 1607 and 1644).,-- reports, that the matter be placed on the Orders of the Day for July 24, 2017 with an recommended amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act improving real property tax abatements, application deadlines, and deferrals” (Senate, No. 2124)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-20","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2135","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1022922,"bill_number":"H3838","title":"Authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the town of Shelburne","description":"That the town of Shelburne be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3838/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3838","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1023086,"bill_number":"S2128","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth (being the text of Senate document number 2113, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-07-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023114,"bill_number":"H3824","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Bay Community College allied health academic facility","description":"Section 87 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023117,"bill_number":"S2129","title":"Protecting workers' wages from arbitrary recoupment of overpayments","description":"For legislation to protect workers' wages from arbitrary recoupment of overpayments. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2129/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2129","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023120,"bill_number":"H3827","title":"Relative to a study of the trauma registry in the Department of Public Health","description":"Section 138 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment K of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2017-11-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023124,"bill_number":"H3821","title":"Authorizing the Department of Elder Affairs to establish a home care worker registry","description":"Section 13 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023127,"bill_number":"H3825","title":"Relative to transfers from the General Fund to the Stabilization Fund","description":"Section 109 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023130,"bill_number":"H3842","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford 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":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3842/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3842","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023134,"bill_number":"H3823","title":"Relative to community benefit districts","description":"Section 30 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3823","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023137,"bill_number":"H3840","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","description":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 153 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3840/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3840","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023140,"bill_number":"H3822","title":"Further regulating employer contributions to health care","description":"Sections 16, 17, 60 to 67, inclusive, 93, 110, 111, 122, 146, 147 and 150 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018(see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023143,"bill_number":"H3819","title":"Requiring certain electronic toll collection fee notifications by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"Section 5 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023147,"bill_number":"H3841","title":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to grant ten additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-24","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3880","last_action_date":"2017-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3841/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023150,"bill_number":"H3826","title":"Relative to a report on additional tax reporting requirements","description":"Section 125 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment J of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023153,"bill_number":"H3820","title":"Establishing the Nickerson State Park Trust Fund","description":"Section 8 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 (see House, No. 3800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 3828). July 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023156,"bill_number":"H3839","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","description":"Authorizing the town of Westford to issue an additional liquor license","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3839/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3839","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023340,"bill_number":"H3843","title":"Confirming the classification of Lawrence police patrolman Eugene Scanlon, Sr.’s death on February 12, 1972, as killed in the line of duty providing any additional or retroactive benefits to his survivors as a result of the confirmation of the classification","description":"Relative to the death of patrolman Eugene Scanlon, Sr., of the city of Lawrence police department. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3843/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3843","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023368,"bill_number":"H3847","title":"Relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids","description":"Relative to access to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3847/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3847","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023372,"bill_number":"H3846","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3846/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3846","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023378,"bill_number":"H3849","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Hanson as the Hon. Charles W. Mann Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Hanson as the Honorable Charles W. Mann bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3849/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3849","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023382,"bill_number":"H3845","title":"Relative to housing production","description":"Relative to housing production","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3845/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023388,"bill_number":"H3848","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Andrew Williams, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Andrew Williams, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3848/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023392,"bill_number":"H3844","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","description":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3844/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3844","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023507,"bill_number":"H3850","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in Middleborough from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Fish and Game","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Middleborough. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4261","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3850/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3850","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1023675,"bill_number":"S2134","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids (House, No. 3740)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"See H3740","last_action_date":"2017-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2134/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2134","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023684,"bill_number":"S2135","title":"Improving real property tax abatements, application deadlines, and deferrals","description":"Senate July 27, 2017, – Text of the Senate Bill improving real property tax abatements, application deadlines, and deferrals (being the text of Senate document number 2124, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023822,"bill_number":"H3852","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3852/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023824,"bill_number":"H3854","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3854/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3854","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023827,"bill_number":"H3853","title":"To promote high-impact community investment","description":"To promote high-impact community investment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3853/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3853","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023829,"bill_number":"S2137","title":"Establishing the month of May as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month","description":"Establishing the month of May as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023830,"bill_number":"H3851","title":"To extend the Brownfields tax credit","description":"To extend the Brownfields tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3851/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3851","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023835,"bill_number":"H3862","title":"Further regulating the appointment of the trustees of the public library of the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to further regulate the appointment of trustees of the public library of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3862/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3862","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023837,"bill_number":"H3861","title":"Authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the Town of Wendell","description":"That the town of Wendell be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3861/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3861","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023839,"bill_number":"H3857","title":"Providing tax relief for rent-burdened individuals and families","description":"Providing tax relief for rent-burdened individuals and families","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3857/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3857","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023844,"bill_number":"H3863","title":"Authorizing the town of Athol to establish a special fund for the town of Athol Public Library","description":"That the town of Athol be authorized to establish a special fund for the purpose of renovations, additions, or building improvements of the library in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-31","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5025","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3863/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3863","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023846,"bill_number":"H3864","title":"Exempting all positions in the fire department of the town of Plainville from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to exempt all positions in the fire department of said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3864/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3864","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023850,"bill_number":"H3859","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3859/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023852,"bill_number":"H3858","title":"Amending the historic rehabilitation tax credit","description":"Amending the historic rehabilitation tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3858/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3858","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023855,"bill_number":"H3855","title":"Relative to land conservation incentives","description":"Relative to land conservation incentives","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3855/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3855","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023858,"bill_number":"H3860","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3860/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3860","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023860,"bill_number":"H3856","title":"Relative to expanding agricultural land","description":"Relative to expanding agricultural land","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3856/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3856","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023862,"bill_number":"H3865","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to continue the employment of Michael Trovato","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to continue the employment of Michael Trovato, a member of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 348 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3865/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3865","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1023944,"bill_number":"H3866","title":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations","description":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3866/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3866","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024039,"bill_number":"S2140","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 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 Salem to grant 1 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2140/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2140","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024044,"bill_number":"S2144","title":"Relative to the town charter of Wareham","description":"For legislation relative to the town charter of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024050,"bill_number":"S2142","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024055,"bill_number":"S2143","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert 2 seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Salem to convert 2 seasonal liquor licenses to annual 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":"2017-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 162 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2143","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1024062,"bill_number":"S2145","title":"Relative to a Wareham Redevelopment Authority","description":"For legislation relative to a Wareham Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024120,"bill_number":"H3868","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Goddard, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Goddard, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3868/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3868","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1024129,"bill_number":"H3867","title":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to exchange a certain parcel of land in the city of Gardner for another parcel of land in said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4027","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3867/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024132,"bill_number":"H3875","title":"Dissolving the Redevelopment Authority in the Town of Ashland","description":"That the town of Ashland be authorized to assume all rights, obligations, contracts, title to property, assets, liabilities, including outstanding litigation, and responsibilities of the Ashland Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 448 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3875/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3875","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024134,"bill_number":"H3872","title":"Authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the town of Ashfield","description":"That the town of Ashfield be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4252","last_action_date":"2018-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3872/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3872","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024135,"bill_number":"H3870","title":"Empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals","description":"Relative to empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the united states to transfer custody of convicted criminals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3870/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3870","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024137,"bill_number":"H3876","title":"Authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to pay a certain sum of money to Juanita A. Haas (Brandariz). Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3876/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3876","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024138,"bill_number":"H3871","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2017","description":"Relative to establishing a sales tax holiday in 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3871/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3871","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024140,"bill_number":"S2138","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton","description":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of Brockton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024142,"bill_number":"H3873","title":"Relative to the town of Weston town meeting","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to increase the number of signatures required to place an article on the warrant of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3873/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3873","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024143,"bill_number":"S2146","title":"Authorizing the Brookfield Housing Authority to convey a certain parcel of land and the buildings thereon","description":"For legislation to authorize the Brookfield Housing Authority to convey a certain parcel of land and the buildings to the Oxford Housing Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024145,"bill_number":"S2147","title":"Relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts State Retirement system for Debra Kay Boudreau","description":"For legislation relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts State Retirement system for Debra Kay Boudreau. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024146,"bill_number":"H3869","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3869/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024148,"bill_number":"H3874","title":"Eliminating the preliminary election in the City of Revere in 2017","description":"Relative to the preliminary elections in the city of Revere. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-08-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3874/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3874","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024149,"bill_number":"S2148","title":"Relative to street rods and custom vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to street rods and custom vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2483","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2148","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1024258,"bill_number":"H3877","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lornece Tull, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lornece Tull, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3877","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024261,"bill_number":"H3879","title":"Relative to the reimbursement of school-based care","description":"Relative to MassHealth reimbursements to local educational authorities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4716","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024263,"bill_number":"H3878","title":"Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors","description":"Relative to the definition of licensed mental health professionals under certain insurance laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3878","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1024287,"bill_number":"H3880","title":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to grant ten 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. 3841). August 7, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-09-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024469,"bill_number":"S2152","title":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to lease certain real estate","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Easthampton to lease certain real estate. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024488,"bill_number":"S2153","title":"Further regulating temporary inventory adjustments of malt beverages","description":"For legislation to further regulate temporary inventory adjustments of malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2474","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024502,"bill_number":"H3881","title":"Relative to the Use of Certain Land in the Town of Barnstable Within Residential Districts","description":"That the town of Barnstable be authorized to restrict the use of certain land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024511,"bill_number":"H3883","title":"Exempting positions in the Department of Public Works for the City of Marlborough from the Civil Service Law","description":"That the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt all positions in the department of public works of said city from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-11-30","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024522,"bill_number":"H3882","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to impose impact fees for any development project for the purposes of funding the Green Line extension","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to impose fees on certain development projects to fund the Green Line Extension. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024548,"bill_number":"S2154","title":"Providing that future members of the police department of the town of Adams shall be exempt from the provisions of the Commonwealth's civil service law","description":"For legislation to provide that future members of the police department of the town of Adams shall be exempt from the provisions of the Commonwealth's civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024664,"bill_number":"H3884","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cam-ly Escobar, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Cam-ly Escobar, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-08-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-08-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024878,"bill_number":"S2155","title":"Relative to limiting the cost of public higher education","description":"For legislation relative to limiting the cost of public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024912,"bill_number":"H3885","title":"Authorizing retired police officers serving as special police officers in the town of Canton to serve until the age of 70","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3817). August 17, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024926,"bill_number":"S2131","title":"Relative to housing production","description":"For legislation relative to housing production,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2131).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-07-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024934,"bill_number":"S2130","title":"Updating chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update Chapter 40R,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2130).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-07-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2130/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024939,"bill_number":"S2132","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"For legislation relative to accessory dwelling units,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2132)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-07-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2132/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2132","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024956,"bill_number":"H3886","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Staelens, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Staelens, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024959,"bill_number":"H3887","title":"Renaming the Yawkey commuter rail station on the Worcester–Framingham line","description":"Relative to renaming the Yawkey commuter rail station. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1024963,"bill_number":"H3888","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Bedford as the Hart-Desiato Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Bedford as the Hart-Desiato bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4013","last_action_date":"2017-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025036,"bill_number":"S2156","title":"Establishing a special fund for recaptured funds from demolition liens or related grants in the town of Fairhaven","description":"For legislation to establish a special fund from demolition liens or related grants in the town of Fairhaven. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-02-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025081,"bill_number":"H3889","title":"Authorizing the appointment of James Atkinson to the position of junior accountant of the police department of the city of Methuen","description":"That the city of Methuen be authorized to appoint city councilor James Atkinson to the position of junior accountant of the police department of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025188,"bill_number":"H3890","title":"Relative to creditable service for school business administrators","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for school business administrators. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3890","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025189,"bill_number":"H3891","title":"Relative to shipping of alcohol","description":"For legislation to establish direct retail alcohol shipper licenses for the sale and shipment of alcohol directly to certain residents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3891/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3891","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025191,"bill_number":"H3892","title":"Authorizing the city of Medford to issue certain licenses to the Chevalier Theatre for the sale of food and alcoholic beverages","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to issue certain licenses to the Chevalier Theatre for the sale of food and alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3981","last_action_date":"2017-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3892/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3892","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025271,"bill_number":"S2136","title":"Establishing a Special Senate Task Force on the local retail sector of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing a tax force on local retail sector","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-07-28","last_action":"Again adopted","last_action_date":"2017-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025281,"bill_number":"S2158","title":"Updating laws relating to dangerous drugs and protecting witnesses","description":"Relative to updating laws relating to dangerous drugs and protecting witnesses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025282,"bill_number":"S2157","title":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Hull","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Article II, Section 8 of Article LXXXIX of the Amendments to the Constitution) recommending legislation to validate certain proceedings of the town of Hull","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025285,"bill_number":"H3893","title":"To amend Section 25C (1), Chapter 152 of the General Laws relative to failure to provide for payment of compensation; stop work orders; penalties; liens; actions brought by losing bidders; civil actions for violations of chapter","description":"Relative to the calculation of fines by the Department of Industrial Accidents upon issuance of stop work orders upon certain businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4729","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3893/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3893","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025287,"bill_number":"S2159","title":"To improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs","description":"For legislation to improve access to cancer clinical trial programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-17","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025418,"bill_number":"H3894","title":"Relative to life insurance","description":"For legislation to further regulate the domestic stock life insurance company, known as The Savings Bank Life Insurance Company of Massachusetts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3894/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3894","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025506,"bill_number":"H3896","title":"Relative to Mosquito Control","description":"Relative to Mosquito Control","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025534,"bill_number":"H3895","title":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","description":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3895/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3895","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025595,"bill_number":"H3897","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham 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. 3752). September 7, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025755,"bill_number":"H3899","title":"To establish a waterways capital improvement fund for the town of Dennis","description":"That the town of Dennis be authorized to establish a waterways capital improvement fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 303 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3899/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3899","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1025762,"bill_number":"H3898","title":"Establishing a solid waste and recycling capital improvement fund for the town of Dennis","description":"That the town of Dennis be authorized to establish a solid waste and recycling capital improvement fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 302 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3898/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3898","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026023,"bill_number":"H3900","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the Trooper Thomas L. Clardy Memorial Bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3797). September 13, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3900/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026025,"bill_number":"H3901","title":"Designating a certain road in the town of Charlton as Trooper Thomas L. Clardy Way","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3798). September 13, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3901/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3901","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026068,"bill_number":"H3902","title":"Establishing the cape cod water protection trust","description":"For legislation to establish a regional fund for the costs associated with water quality restoration projects in the counties of Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4280","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3902/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3902","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026080,"bill_number":"H3903","title":"To amend Chapter 175, Section 113B relative to Classification of risks and premium charges in connection with motor vehicle liability policies or bonds","description":"Relative to motor vehicle liability policies or bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4778","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3903/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026092,"bill_number":"H3905","title":"Establishing a private road maintenance revolving fund in the town of Westminster","description":"That the town of Westminster be authorized to establish a private road maintenance revolving fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3905/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3905","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026105,"bill_number":"H3904","title":"To amend Section 3, Chapter 258e of the General Laws relative to Filing of complaint; impounding of case record information; filing fee; expiration of order; modification of order; time for filing; nonexclusivity of remedy for Harrassment Prevention Orders","description":"Relative to harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3904/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3904","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026261,"bill_number":"H3906","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3906/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026262,"bill_number":"H3907","title":"Relative to fuel cell technology","description":"Relative to fuel cell technology","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3907/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026263,"bill_number":"H3914","title":"To support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit","description":"To support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3914/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3914","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026265,"bill_number":"H3917","title":"Updating and modernizing the room occupancy excise","description":"Updating and modernizing the room occupancy excise","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026266,"bill_number":"H3910","title":"Relative to open spaces and tax incentives","description":"Relative to open spaces and tax incentives","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3910/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026267,"bill_number":"H3916","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","description":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026269,"bill_number":"H3913","title":"Relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions","description":"Relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026271,"bill_number":"H3909","title":"Relative to boat excise tax revenue for the town of Chatham waterfront","description":"Relative to boat excise tax revenue for the town of Chatham waterfront","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026272,"bill_number":"H3908","title":"Relative to the dairy farm tax credit","description":"Relative to the dairy farm tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3908/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026274,"bill_number":"H3912","title":"Establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise","description":"Establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3912","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026275,"bill_number":"H3915","title":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","description":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026276,"bill_number":"H3911","title":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","description":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3911/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3911","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026280,"bill_number":"H3919","title":"Authorizing the establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts","description":"Relative to the establishment of first-time homebuyer savings accounts and providing for an income tax deduction for certain amounts contributed to such accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4244","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026281,"bill_number":"H3918","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Bourne","description":"That the town of Bourne be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026282,"bill_number":"S2160","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to solar and wind property tax exemptions,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2160).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2364","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026581,"bill_number":"S2166","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":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 254 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2166/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026585,"bill_number":"S2163","title":"Establishing the Cape Cod Water Protection Trust","description":"For legislation to establish the Cape Cod Water Protection Trust. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4280","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026590,"bill_number":"S2162","title":"Proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 3.00 and 205 CMR 4.00","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.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"Report accepted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2162","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026596,"bill_number":"S2161","title":"Establishing a town manager in the town of West Newbury","description":"Establishing a town manager in the town of West Newbury","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026600,"bill_number":"S2164","title":"Protecting Massachusetts pollinators","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts pollinators. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4041","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2164/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2164","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026605,"bill_number":"S2165","title":"Relative to the protection of service animals","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of service animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2165/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2165","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026607,"bill_number":"H3921","title":"Designating a band stand at the Marine Park in South Boston as the Harry G. Uhlman, Jr. Memorial Band Stand","description":"For legislation to designate a band stand at the Marine Park in the South Boston neighborhood of the city of Boston as the Harry G. Uhlman, Jr., memorial band stand. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026611,"bill_number":"H3923","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Laura Sypien, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Laura Sypien, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H3949","last_action_date":"2017-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026612,"bill_number":"H3924","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Erik Nordahl, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Erik Nordahl, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3943","last_action_date":"2017-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026613,"bill_number":"H3922","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maria Williams, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maria Williams, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026682,"bill_number":"H3925","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-09-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4134","last_action_date":"2018-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026785,"bill_number":"H3929","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brenda Fitzgerald-Mello, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brenda Fitzgerald-Mello, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026815,"bill_number":"H3926","title":"Relative to early literacy education","description":"For legislation to establish early literacy education grant programs within the departments of Elementary and Secondary Education and Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4707","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3926","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026846,"bill_number":"H3928","title":"Relative to temporary guardians","description":"Relative to court ordered payment of expenses to temporary guardians. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4456","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026876,"bill_number":"H3927","title":"Empowering towns to protect their environment and residents from harmful pesticides","description":"Relative to the powers of cities and town to regulate, restrict or prohibit the use, application or disposal of certain pesticides. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4529","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3927/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1026905,"bill_number":"H3920","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Lanesborough for the reconstruction of the Narragansett Avenue bridge over Lake Pontoosuc","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Lanesborough for the reconstruction of the Narragansett Avenue bridge over Lake Pontoosuc","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027242,"bill_number":"S2168","title":"Relative to handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking (Senate, No. 2099),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2168).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-28","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2178","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2168/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027277,"bill_number":"H3931","title":"Authorizing the town of Swampscott to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Swampscott 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 175 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2018-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3931/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027286,"bill_number":"H3930","title":"To amend the town charter of Concord","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 1097). September 28, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027378,"bill_number":"S2167","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"SENATE, Thursday, September 28, 2017 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to further define standards of employee safety (Senate, No. 2072),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2167).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"For House actions, see H3952","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2167/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027438,"bill_number":"H3932","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amanda Rodrigues, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amanda Rodrigues, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3932/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027440,"bill_number":"S2171","title":"Relative to the retirement allowance of Jana Cavanaugh","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement allowance of Jana Cavanaugh. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2171/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2171","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1027463,"bill_number":"S2170","title":"Relative to criminal justice reform","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 legislation to reform pretrial processes; of Chynah Tyler and others relative to records of persons falsely accused of crimes; of Claire D. Cronin and others relative to supervised medical parole of terminal and extraordinarily incapacitated inmates; of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to juvenile or youthful offenders; of Kay Khan and others relative to re-entry and rehabilitation programs for incarcerated women; and of Michael S. Day and Gerard Cassidy relative to penalties for the crime of larceny,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2170).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-10-02","last_action":"Ways and Means amendment adopted, as amended, see S2185","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2170/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2170","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1027521,"bill_number":"H3934","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the learning contract","description":"For reimbursement for costs of the learning contract","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027522,"bill_number":"H3936","title":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","description":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3936/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027592,"bill_number":"H3937","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Haverhill as the U.S. Navy Petty Officer Caitlin E. Trask Veterans of the War on Terror Memorial Bridge","description":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Haverhill as the U.S. Navy Petty Officer Caitlin E. Trask Veterans of the War on Terror Memorial Bridge","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2017-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027665,"bill_number":"S2173","title":"Relative to early literacy education","description":"For legislation relative to early literacy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-24","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 01/16/2018 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2018-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2173/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027674,"bill_number":"S2174","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling","description":"Relative to mattress recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2174/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2174","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027677,"bill_number":"H3938","title":"Relative to the civil service eligibility list for police officers in the city of Quincy","description":"Relative to the civil service eligibility of John Patrick Ryan for the position of police officer in the city of Quincy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027681,"bill_number":"H3939","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Solar Access Law","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances regulating the installation of solar energy systems and the building of structures that facilitate the collection of solar energy. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027694,"bill_number":"H3940","title":"Relative to the town clerk and town accountant in the town of Norwood","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3748). October 4, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027742,"bill_number":"H3942","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the city of Chicopee","description":"By Mr. Wagner of Chicopee, a petition of Joseph F. Wagner and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Chicopee Contributory Retirement System be authorized to allow certain members to purchase creditable service for military service. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor. Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3942","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027747,"bill_number":"H3941","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027753,"bill_number":"S2172","title":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","description":"For legislation to require medical exams for certain school bus drivers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2172).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2172/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2172","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027762,"bill_number":"H3943","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Erik Nordahl, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3924). October 5, 2017.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027795,"bill_number":"S2175","title":"Reforming agricultural preservation restrictions","description":"For legislation to reform agricultural preservation restrictions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-09-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2175/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2175","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027803,"bill_number":"S2176","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth O'Brien, an employee of the Department of the Attorney General","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth O'Brien, an employee of the department of the Attorney General. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2176/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027986,"bill_number":"H3945","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marlene M. Ayash, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marlene M. Ayash, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027991,"bill_number":"H3947","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dave Ringer, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dave Ringer, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1027997,"bill_number":"H3944","title":"Relative to protecting children","description":"Relative to access of level 1 sex offender information by the Department of Early Education and Care, pre-kindergarten schools and certain child care programs or providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028001,"bill_number":"H3948","title":"Relative to equal access solar net metering projects","description":"For legislation to further regulate solar net metering projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028006,"bill_number":"H3946","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paola Pol, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paola Pol, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028034,"bill_number":"H3950","title":"Relative to chapter 7 of the acts of 2009","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to further regulate the issuance of a certain liquor license in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028053,"bill_number":"H3949","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Laura Sypien, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Laura Sypien, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (House, No. 3923). October 10, 2017.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028122,"bill_number":"H3951","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-11","last_action":"Reported in part, see S2177","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028161,"bill_number":"H3952","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"Senate bill No. 2167, as amended by the Senate, as changed by the","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028266,"bill_number":"H3953","title":"Relative to the sewer construction and private way maintenance and improvement fund in the town of Barnstable","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3673). October 12, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028269,"bill_number":"H3954","title":"Authorizing the Town of Dracut to Grant 4 Additional Licenses for the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages to be Drunk on the Premises","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-16","last_action":"See H3754","last_action_date":"2017-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028287,"bill_number":"S2177","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2179","last_action_date":"2017-10-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2177/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028395,"bill_number":"S2178","title":"Relative to handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking (being the text of Senate document number 2168, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2178/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028431,"bill_number":"S2179","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2179/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028445,"bill_number":"H3957","title":"Authorizing the Deerfield Area Fire Protection District to continue the employment of Fire Chief Chester Yazwinski","description":"Relative to the employment of Fire Chief Chester Yazwinski by the Deerfield Area Fire Protection District. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028450,"bill_number":"H3956","title":"Relative to the recovery of costs for certain medical assistance","description":"Relative to recovery of costs for certain medical assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-08-28","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028453,"bill_number":"H3960","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Yarmouth as the Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan Jr. memorial bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3685). October 16, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028459,"bill_number":"H3958","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority Capital Infrastructure Fund in the town of Stoughton","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority capital infrastructure fund in the town of Stoughton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3958","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1028473,"bill_number":"H3955","title":"Communication from the Division of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 16, Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (APS). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","description":"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 16, Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (APS). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-16","last_action":"Placed on file, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028492,"bill_number":"S2180","title":"Establishing a special senate committee on health care cost containment and reform","description":"Relative to establishing a special","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-16","last_action":"Order reported favorably by committee","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2180/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028518,"bill_number":"H3961","title":"Validating the actions taken at a certain town meeting in the town of Berlin","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at a certain town meeting in the town of Berlin. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028837,"bill_number":"H3966","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maria Jette, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maria Jette, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-11-02","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028843,"bill_number":"H3964","title":"Relative to Creating a Plaque at the Cronin Rink in Revere in Honor of Roger Naples","description":"For legislation to designate a certain area in the Cronin Rink in Revere in honor of Roger Naples. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028848,"bill_number":"H3965","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ann Marie Campos, an employee of the Trial Court, of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ann Marie Campos, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028851,"bill_number":"S2185","title":"Relative to criminal justice reform","description":"Relative to criminal justice reform (Senate, No. 2170),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2185). [Estimated FY18 cost in excess of $1,000,000]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2200","last_action_date":"2017-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2185/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028856,"bill_number":"S2184","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"Regulating central service technicians","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2184/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028862,"bill_number":"H3967","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brenda Tenaglia an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services of Mass Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brenda Tenaglia, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3993","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028864,"bill_number":"S2182","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2248","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2182/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028870,"bill_number":"S2183","title":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses","description":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2183/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028876,"bill_number":"H3963","title":"Designating a portion of Route 88 as Governor Argeo Paul Cellucci Circle in the town of Westport","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3815). October 19, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028878,"bill_number":"S2181","title":"Protecting the natural resources of the commonwealth","description":"Protecting the natural resources of the commonwealth","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2181/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028943,"bill_number":"H11","title":"Inspector General","description":"Inspector General","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H11/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H11","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028946,"bill_number":"H42","title":"ULC","description":"ULC","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H42/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H42","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028951,"bill_number":"H8","title":"Gaming Commission","description":"Gaming Commission","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H8/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028954,"bill_number":"H21","title":"MTRB","description":"MTRB","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H21/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H21","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028957,"bill_number":"H23","title":"Treasurer Letter","description":"Treasurer Letter","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H23/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H23","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1028962,"bill_number":"H17","title":"PERAC","description":"PERAC","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-01-23","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H17/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H17","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1029407,"bill_number":"H3979","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"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":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4008","last_action_date":"2017-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3979","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1029439,"bill_number":"H3981","title":"Authorizing the city of Medford to issue certain licenses to the Chevalier Theatre for the sale of food and alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the city of Medford to issue certain licenses to the Chevalier Theatre for the sale of food and alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-10-27","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2017-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3981/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3981","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1029515,"bill_number":"H3983","title":"Comprehensive review of all structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. October 27, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3983","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1029625,"bill_number":"S2193","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Auburn and a portion of state highway in the town of Leicester in memory of Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr.","description":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Auburn and a portion of state highway in the town of Leicester in memory of Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2193/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2193","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1030058,"bill_number":"H4003","title":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4003/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030061,"bill_number":"S2203","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses (being the text of Senate document number 2191, printed as amended).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-11-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2203/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030065,"bill_number":"H4002","title":"To promote economic development in the Commonwealth","description":"To promote economic development in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4002/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030069,"bill_number":"H4004","title":"Relative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Lincoln deed restricted as affordable housing","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Lincoln deed restricted as affordable housing","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4004/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4004","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030129,"bill_number":"S2206","title":"To improve oversight of the closure of Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station","description":"For legislation relative to improving oversight of the closure of Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-26","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2206/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030135,"bill_number":"H4009","title":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state","description":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4009/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030138,"bill_number":"S2205","title":"Commemorating first landing day","description":"For legislation to commemorate first landing day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2205/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030141,"bill_number":"S2204","title":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state (ACCESS)","description":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state (ACCESS)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Accompanied S2210","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2204/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2204","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1030186,"bill_number":"H4012","title":"Implementing the joint recommendations of the Massachusetts criminal justice review","description":"Implementing the joint recommendations of the Massachusetts criminal justice review","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4012/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4012","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030235,"bill_number":"H4013","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Bedford as the Hart-Desiato Bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3888). November 7, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 160 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4013/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4013","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030265,"bill_number":"H4010","title":"Authorizing the town of Lynnfield to convey certain land","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Jones of North Reading, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3972). November 6, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4010/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030350,"bill_number":"H4014","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-07","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4014/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030474,"bill_number":"H4016","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of Malden","description":"That the city of Malden be authorized to appoint special police officers in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4016/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030478,"bill_number":"H4023","title":"Designating a certain bridge known as the Washington Street bridge in the town of Hudson as the “Private First Class Kenneth M. Thibault Memorial Bridge”","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge known as the Washington Street bridge in the town of Hudson as the Private First Class Kenneth M. Thibault memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4023/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4023","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030482,"bill_number":"S2207","title":"Relative to life insurance","description":"For legislation relative to life insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-08-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2017-12-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2207/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030487,"bill_number":"H4022","title":"Designating United States highway Route 20 as a state historic highway","description":"For legislation to designate United States highway Route 20 as a state historic highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-10-16","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading special report accepted, see H4713","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4022/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030494,"bill_number":"H4015","title":"Providing for immediate capital improvement needs of the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for immediate capital improvement needs of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4015/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030501,"bill_number":"H4020","title":"Authorizing the Silver Lake Regional School District to convey drainage easements to the town of Kingston","description":"For legislation to authorize the Silver Lake Regional School District to convey drainage easements to the town of Kingston. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-09-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4020/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4020","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030507,"bill_number":"H4017","title":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House bill providing for capital facility repairs and improvements for the Commonwealth (House, No. 4018) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. November 8, 2017.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4017/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030514,"bill_number":"H4021","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Cuttle, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Cuttle, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 174 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2018-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4021/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030522,"bill_number":"S2209","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teachers retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts teachers' retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-10-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2592","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2209/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2209","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030527,"bill_number":"S2208","title":"Relative to the scheduling of employees","description":"For legislation relative to the scheduling of employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2490","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2208/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2208","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030534,"bill_number":"H4019","title":"Authorizing any town or city to designate a check-off box on certain tax bills to fund a Veterans Memorial and Patriotic Celebration Fund","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 1948). November 8, 2017.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-08","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4019/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030626,"bill_number":"H4005","title":"Designating a band stand at the Marine Park in South Boston as the Harry G. Uhlman, Jr. Memorial Band Stand","description":"Designating a band stand at the Marine Park in South Boston as the Harry G. Uhlman, Jr. Memorial Band Stand","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4005/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4005","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030630,"bill_number":"H4000","title":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","description":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4000/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030637,"bill_number":"H4024","title":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of North Reading","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4024/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4024","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030643,"bill_number":"H4001","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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4001/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4001","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030650,"bill_number":"H3998","title":"Relative to the taxation of electronic smoking devices, cigars and smoking tobacco","description":"Relative to the taxation of electronic smoking devices, cigars and smoking tobacco","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3998/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030657,"bill_number":"H3999","title":"Providing for a donation check-off box on state tax returns for the Massachusetts Youth in Government program","description":"Providing for a donation check-off box on state tax returns for the Massachusetts Youth in Government program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3999/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3999","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1030665,"bill_number":"H4025","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Haverhill as the U.S. Navy Petty Officer Caitlin E. Trask - Veterans of the War on Terror Memorial Bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3937). November 9, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4025/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4025","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031011,"bill_number":"H4030","title":"Relative to Special Police Officers In the Town of Burlington","description":"That the town of Burlington be authorized to appoint special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 229 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4030/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031022,"bill_number":"H4031","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Fall River as the Ronald Costa Bridge","description":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the city of Fall River as the Ronald Costa bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4031/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031033,"bill_number":"H4029","title":"Relative to the town of Salisbury Board of License Commissioners","description":"That the town of Salisbury be authorized to repeal the board of license commissioners in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4029/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4029","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031047,"bill_number":"H4028","title":"Establishing a special fund in the town of Westborough","description":"That the town of Westborough be authorized to establish a capital improvements fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4028/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031102,"bill_number":"H4018","title":"Providing for capital facility repairs and improvements for the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for capital facility repairs and improvements for the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-11-15","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4045","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4018/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4018","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031627,"bill_number":"H4027","title":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","description":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-13","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4037","last_action_date":"2017-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4027/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4027","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031635,"bill_number":"H4026","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4026/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4026","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031640,"bill_number":"S2210","title":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state","description":"Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state (ACCESS) (House, No. 4009) (also based on Senate, No. 2204),-- 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 2210; 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 provide forthwith contraceptive coverage and economic security in the commonwealth, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health and convenience.”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-13","last_action":"See H4009","last_action_date":"2017-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2210/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031712,"bill_number":"S2212","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Faulkner, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Faulkner, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 397 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2212/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2212","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1031787,"bill_number":"H4032","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids (House, No. 3740), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4032).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4032/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4032","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031881,"bill_number":"S2213","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-11-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2606","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2213/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031895,"bill_number":"H4034","title":"Authorizing the treasurer of Plymouth County to transfer certain funds","description":"For legislation to authorize the treasurer of Plymouth County to transfer certain funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4034/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4034","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031907,"bill_number":"H4035","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rebecca Owumi an employee of the Essex County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rebecca Owumi, an employee of the Essex County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4035/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4035","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031919,"bill_number":"H4033","title":"Relative to combatting addiction, accessing treatment, reducing prescriptions, and enhancing prevention","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4033/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4033","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031929,"bill_number":"S2215","title":"Providing fair and equitable line of duty death benefits for public employees","description":"For legislation to provide fair and equitable line of duty death benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-10-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2491","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2215/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2215","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031941,"bill_number":"H4037","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Gardner","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4027). November 15, 2017.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-11-15","last_action":"House concurred in the Senate amendment with a further amendment","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4037/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4037","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1031953,"bill_number":"H4036","title":"Relative to the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke","description":"Relative to the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4036/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4036","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032354,"bill_number":"S2186","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2186/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032416,"bill_number":"H4044","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Julie Rosenthal Morales, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Julie Rosenthal Morales, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-18","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4044/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4044","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032424,"bill_number":"H4041","title":"To protect Massachusetts pollinators","description":"To protect Massachusetts pollinators","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4041/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032432,"bill_number":"H4039","title":"Relative to the Lake Quinsigamond Commission","description":"Relative to the Lake Quinsigamond Commission","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4039/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4039","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032440,"bill_number":"H4038","title":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","description":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4038/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4038","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032447,"bill_number":"H4042","title":"Relative to failed septic systems","description":"Relative to failed septic systems","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4042/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4042","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032454,"bill_number":"H4040","title":"Amending MGL 21E AND 310 CMR 4.03","description":"Amending MGL 21E AND 310 CMR 4.03","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4040/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4040","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032700,"bill_number":"S2211","title":"Furthering health empowerment and affordability by leveraging transformative health care.","description":"Furthering health empowerment and affordability by leveraging transformative health care.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-11-09","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call # 279 (Yeas 33 to Nays 6)","last_action_date":"2017-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2211/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2211","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1032775,"bill_number":"S2219","title":"Medically necessary mental health acute treatment and crisis stabilization services","description":"Medically necessary mental health acute treatment and crisis stabilization services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"1969-12-31","last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":"1969-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032800,"bill_number":"S2217","title":"Promoting construction zone safety","description":"Relative to promoting construction zone safety","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-11-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2569","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2217","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032820,"bill_number":"S2218","title":"Relative to the admissibility of evidence in a prosecution for operating under the influence","description":"Relative to the admissibility of evidence in a prosecution for operating under the influence","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2313","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032882,"bill_number":"H4047","title":"To clarify and restate the applicability of the civil service laws to employee positions in the city of Framingham","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4047/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4047","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1032886,"bill_number":"H4048","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill relative to a study of the trauma registry in the Department of Public Health (see House, No. 3827)","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-27","last_action":"See H3827","last_action_date":"2017-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4048/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4048","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032890,"bill_number":"H4046","title":"Requiring candidates for mayor and council in Framingham to adhere to and report in accordance with Section 19 of Chapter 55","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4046/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4046","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1032907,"bill_number":"H4045","title":"Providing for capital facility repairs and improvements for the Commonwealth","description":"House bill No. 4018, as changed by the","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4549","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4045/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4045","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1032930,"bill_number":"H4049","title":"Relative to the Board of Park Commissioners of the Town of Dunstable","description":"Relative to the Board of Park Commissioners of the town of Dunstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4049/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4049","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033044,"bill_number":"H4043","title":"Relative to criminal justice reform","description":"Text of an amendment, as recommended by the","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-14","last_action":"H4011, published as amended","last_action_date":"2017-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4043/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033466,"bill_number":"H4052","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4052/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4052","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033597,"bill_number":"S2222","title":"Relative to quarterly taxes in the city of Lynn","description":"For legislation relative to quarterly taxes in the City of Lynn. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2222/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2222","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033627,"bill_number":"S2223","title":"Relative to increasing City of Gloucester parking fines","description":"For legislation relative to increasing City of Gloucester parking fines. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2223/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033687,"bill_number":"H4051","title":"Relative to counterfeit airbag prohibition","description":"Relative to counterfeit airbag prohibition","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 442 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4051/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4051","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033704,"bill_number":"H4050","title":"To promote the care and well-being of livestock","description":"To promote the care and well-being of livestock","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4050/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033706,"bill_number":"H4055","title":"Relative to the dissolution of the Milford Water Company and the acquisition of its assets by the Town of Milford","description":"Relative to the dissolution of the Milford Water Company and the acquisition of its assets by the town of Milford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4055/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4055","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033777,"bill_number":"S2225","title":"To create the title of musician laureate of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create the title of musician laureate of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033783,"bill_number":"S2224","title":"To require the disclosure of lead in water pipes","description":"For legislation to require the disclosure of lead in water pipes to prospective purchasers of premises. Public Health.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033791,"bill_number":"S2226","title":"Relative to motorcycle permit requirements","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of motorcycle permits for persons under the age of eighteen. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-08-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033866,"bill_number":"H4054","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of Article 97 land to the city known as the town of Franklin","description":"Authorizing the conveyance of Article 97 land to the city known as the town of Franklin","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4837","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4054/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4054","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033897,"bill_number":"H4056","title":"Amending Chapter 169 of the Act's of 1881 pertaining to the Charter of the City of Malden","description":"Relative to certain inauguration day events in the city of Malden. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4070","last_action_date":"2017-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4056/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033943,"bill_number":"S2227","title":"The recusal of Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg and his staff from all decisions relating to investigations of the Senator Rosenberg’s conduct or that of his spouse","description":"Relative to the recusal of Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg and his staff from all decisions relating to investigations of Senator Rosenberg’s conduct or that of his spouse","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2227/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1033944,"bill_number":"S2229","title":"The communication from the Senate President requesting a leave of absence from the duties of the Office of the Senate President","description":"Relativerelative to his leave of absence from the duties of the Office of the President.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2017-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2229/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2229","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1035051,"bill_number":"H4059","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Deirdre Dacey, an employee of the Parole Board","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Deirdre Dacey, an employee of the Parole Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4059/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4059","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1035060,"bill_number":"H4058","title":"To improve contract provisions waiving certain rights","description":"Relative to the provisions of certain rights within employment contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4708","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4058/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4058","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1035206,"bill_number":"H4053","title":"Relative to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards.","description":"Relative to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4053/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4053","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1035237,"bill_number":"H4057","title":"Concerning Health Insurance Benefits for Surviving Spouses of Firefighters in the City of Boston","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits for surviving spouses of certain firefighters in the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-09-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4057/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4057","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1035295,"bill_number":"S2233","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kelly Almeida, an employee of the executive office of health and human services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kelly Almeida, an employee of the executive office of health and human services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-11-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2233/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2233","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1035589,"bill_number":"S2232","title":"Enabling taxpayer donations to the Least Developed Countries Fund, an initiative of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change","description":"For legislation to enable taxpayer donations to the Least Developed Countries Fund, an initiative of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2232).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2232/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2232","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1035688,"bill_number":"H4071","title":"Amending The Charter Of The Town Of Chelmsford Relative To Town Manager, Administrative Powers And Duties","description":"Relative to the authority of the town manager in the town of Chelmsford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Consolidated with H4124","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4071/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4071","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1035719,"bill_number":"H4072","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the City of Chelsea as the John P. Bruttaniti Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Chelsea as the John P. Bruttaniti memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4072/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1035837,"bill_number":"H4073","title":"Relative to the ownership and occupancy deadline for residential property exemptions in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to ownership and occupancy deadlines for residential property exemptions in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4073/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1035938,"bill_number":"H4070","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Malden","description":"Amending the charter of the city of Malden","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4076","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4070/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4070","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036074,"bill_number":"H4061","title":"To improve oversight of state government","description":"To improve oversight of state government","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4061/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036110,"bill_number":"H4062","title":"Relative to the sales tax exemption for soda","description":"Relative to the sales tax exemption for soda","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4062/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4062","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036144,"bill_number":"H4063","title":"Relative to sunsetting tax expenditures","description":"Relative to sunsetting tax expenditures","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4063/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036604,"bill_number":"S2236","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Code of Military Justice","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts Code of Military Justice","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2611","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036608,"bill_number":"S2237","title":"Relative to safe internet access in schools","description":"For legislation relative to safe internet access in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 01/16/2018 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2018-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2237/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036616,"bill_number":"H4074","title":"Establishing a program to promote infant sleep safety","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Diana DiZoglio and others that the Department of Children and Families be authorized to establish a program that promotes infant sleep safety. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Accompanied S2239","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4074/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4074","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036630,"bill_number":"H4077","title":"Establishing the Appointed Office of Town Clerk in the Town of Ayer","description":"That the town of Ayer be authorized to establish an appointed position of town clerk in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4077/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4077","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036633,"bill_number":"H4064","title":"Relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater","description":"Relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 385 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4064/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036641,"bill_number":"S2235","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation relative to the endowment match program; and of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the higher education endowment match program,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2235).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2017-12-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036644,"bill_number":"H4067","title":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","description":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4067/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036649,"bill_number":"H4075","title":"To promote housing choices","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4290","last_action_date":"2018-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4075/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4075","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036654,"bill_number":"H4066","title":"Relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation","description":"Relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4066/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4066","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036659,"bill_number":"H4065","title":"Combatting illegal tobacco and preventing further loss of revenue to the Commonwealth","description":"Combatting illegal tobacco and preventing further loss of revenue to the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4065/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4065","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036665,"bill_number":"S2239","title":"Establishing a newborn health and safe sleep pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a newborn health and safe sleep pilot program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2535","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2239/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2239","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036669,"bill_number":"H4078","title":"Establishing the Appointed Office of Tree Warden in the Town of Ayer","description":"That the town of Ayer be authorized to establish the position of tree warden in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4078/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036674,"bill_number":"H4076","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Malden","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4070). December 14, 2017.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4076/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4076","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036679,"bill_number":"H4080","title":"Establishing the Position of Town Manager in the Town of Ayer","description":"That the town of Ayer be authorized to establish an appointed town manager in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4080/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4080","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036683,"bill_number":"S2238","title":"Relative to surplus lines insurance premiums","description":"For legislation relative to surplus lines insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-06-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2547","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2238/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2238","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1036687,"bill_number":"H4079","title":"Establishing the Appointed Position of Treasurer-Collector in the Town of Ayer","description":"That the town of Ayer be authorized to establish the position of treasurer-collector in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4079/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4079","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1037220,"bill_number":"H4085","title":"Increasing The Maximum Age To Be Eligible For Appointment As A Special Police Officer In The City Of Somerville","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to increase the maximum age for appointment as a special police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4085/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4085","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1037228,"bill_number":"H4083","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts robotics center","description":"For legislation to authorize the establishment of the Massachusetts robotics center. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4697","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4083/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1037242,"bill_number":"H4084","title":"Relative to the funding of the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund in the Town of Northbridge","description":"Relative to the funding of the other post-employment benefits liability trust fund in the town of Northbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4084/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4084","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1037250,"bill_number":"H4082","title":"Designating a certain park in the city of Quincy as the Richard \"Dick\" Herbert Memorial Park","description":"For legislation to designate a certain park in the city of Quincy as the Richard \"Dick\" Herbert memorial park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4298","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4082/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4082","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1037257,"bill_number":"H4081","title":"To preserve the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans.","description":"To preserve the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2017","last_action_date":"2017-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4081/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4081","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038058,"bill_number":"H4087","title":"Relative to town manager in the town of Ipswich","description":"Relative to the town manager in the town of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4087/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4087","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038074,"bill_number":"H4090","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dawn Parmenter, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dawn Parmenter, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4090/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4090","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038088,"bill_number":"H4091","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gayle Vassallo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gayle Vassallo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-11-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4091/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4091","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1038125,"bill_number":"H4088","title":"Further regulating the Massachusetts Port Authority community advisory committee","description":"Further regulating the Massachusetts Port Authority community advisory committee","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4088/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038152,"bill_number":"H4089","title":"Authorizing the City of Newton to Lease the John W. Weeks School for a Term of Years Not Exceeding Ninety-Nine Years and to Grant a Lease Extension to the Current Lessee of the Former John W. Weeks School without Undertaking a Procurement Process","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to lease the John W. Weeks School for up to 99 years and grant a lease extension to the current lessee notwithstanding certain procurement laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4262","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4089/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4089","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038468,"bill_number":"H4093","title":"To ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4441","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4093/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4093","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038472,"bill_number":"H4092","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4092/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4092","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038551,"bill_number":"H4096","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 a fifty mile radius. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4096/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4096","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038552,"bill_number":"H4097","title":"Expanding creditable service benefits to veterans who have served in the armed forces of the United States","description":"Relative to creditable service benefits for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4097/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4097","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038553,"bill_number":"H4098","title":"Resolve reviving and continuing the special commission studying cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the state fire code","description":"Relative to reviving and continuing the special commission established (under Chapter 298 of the Acts of 2016) to make an investigation and study of the cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Resolves of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4098/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4098","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038554,"bill_number":"H4095","title":"Relative to partial payment","description":"For legislation to further regulate residential contracting agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4095/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038555,"bill_number":"H4094","title":"Authorizing the treasurer of the Mohawk Trail Regional School District to invest the Carl H. Nilman Scholarship Trust Fund","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Stephen Kulik, Paul W. Mark and Adam G. Hinds that the treasurer of the Mohawk Trail Regional School District be authorized to invest the Carl H. Nilman Scholarship Trust Fund. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4094/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4094","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038804,"bill_number":"H4103","title":"Relative to a certain conservation restriction in the town of Webster","description":"Relative to a certain conservation restriction in the town of Webster. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4103/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4103","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1038909,"bill_number":"H4102","title":"Providing a charter for the city of Melrose","description":"Relative to revisions to the charter of the city of Melrose. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-28","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2018-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4102/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4102","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1044355,"bill_number":"H4101","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority community advisory committee","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority community advisory committee","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 443 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4101/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4101","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1044376,"bill_number":"H4100","title":"Relative to the move over law","description":"Relative to the move over law","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-12-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4100/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4100","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1044382,"bill_number":"H4099","title":"Relative to motor vehicles and aircraft","description":"Relative to motor vehicles and aircraft","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4099/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4099","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1044842,"bill_number":"S2241","title":"Authorizing the city of Westfield to categorize all certain private ways a public streets","description":"For legislation to authorize the City of Westfield to categorize all certain private ways as public streets. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 211 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2241/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2241","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1047183,"bill_number":"H4105","title":"Related to hayrides","description":"Relative to the operation of certain trailers and semi-trailers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4105/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4105","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1047286,"bill_number":"H4106","title":"Pardon","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4106/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4106","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1047388,"bill_number":"H4104","title":"Relative to background checks by the Department of Youth Services","description":"Relative to background checks by the Department of Youth Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2017-10-23","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4104/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1048021,"bill_number":"H4107","title":"To Establish an Early Retirement Incentive Program for Barnstable County","description":"For legislation to establish an early retirement incentive program for Barnstable County. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 330 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4107/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4107","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1051296,"bill_number":"S2245","title":"Authorizing the Town of Hamilton to establish a special fund for the Patton Homestead","description":"For legislation to authorize the Town of Hamilton to establish a special fund for the Patton Homestead. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2245/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1053164,"bill_number":"S2240","title":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden","description":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-18","last_action":"New text substituted, see S2576","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2240/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2240","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1053409,"bill_number":"S2248","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1053660,"bill_number":"S2247","title":"Requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants","description":"Relative to uniform financial aid information (Senate, No. 680),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled \"An Act requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants\" (Senate, No. 2247).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2247/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2247","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1054361,"bill_number":"S2246","title":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","description":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1054795,"bill_number":"H4114","title":"For a law relative to reducing the burden of sales and use taxes and requiring a sales tax free weekend","description":"Relative to reducing the burden of sales and use taxes and requiring a sales tax free weekend.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4114/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4114","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1055231,"bill_number":"H4109","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4479","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4109/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1055669,"bill_number":"H4112","title":"Relative to patient safety and hospital transparency","description":"Relative to patient safety and hospital transparency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4112/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4112","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1056100,"bill_number":"H4110","title":"Establishing a paid family and medical leave insurance program","description":"Initiative petition of Christina Barnes and others for the passage of An Act establishing a paid family and medical leave insurance program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4110/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1056541,"bill_number":"H4113","title":"Relative to patient safety and hospital transparency","description":"Relative to patient safety and hospital transparency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4113/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4113","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1056975,"bill_number":"H4111","title":"For a law raising the minimum wage","description":"Initiative petition of Elizabeth A. Warren and others for the passage of An Act raising the minimum wage.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4111/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1057403,"bill_number":"H4115","title":"Relative to establishing a citizens commission concerning a constitutional amendment to secure government of the people","description":"Relative to establishing a citizens commission concerning a constitutional amendment to secure government of the people.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-06","last_action":"Approved by the People at the state election, Chapter 322 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4115/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059494,"bill_number":"S2242","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2242).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2242/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2242","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059521,"bill_number":"S2251","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Thernize-Williams, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Thernize-Williams, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2251/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2251","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1059588,"bill_number":"H4120","title":"Ensuring access to state IDs for low-income people","description":"Relative to the fees for application for certain drivers' licenses and state identification cards for non-drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4597","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4120/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4120","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059622,"bill_number":"H4117","title":"Relative to shellfishing permits for veterans","description":"Relative to the fees for shellfishing permits for veterans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-10-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4117/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4117","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059653,"bill_number":"S2252","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Donna Janerico, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Donna Janerico, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-10-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059690,"bill_number":"S2253","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Peter Garofalo, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Peter Garofalo, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059725,"bill_number":"H4118","title":"Relative to juvenile bail notification","description":"Relative to juvenile bail notification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4874","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4118/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4118","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059760,"bill_number":"H4119","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Zelpha Bennett, an employee of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Zelpha Bennett, an employee of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 427 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4119/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059795,"bill_number":"H4116","title":"Relative to Alzheimer’s and related dementias in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to Alzheimer’s and related dementias in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 220 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4116/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4116","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059843,"bill_number":"S2249","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting (Senate, No. 429),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2249) [Senator O’Connor-Ives dissenting].","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1059971,"bill_number":"S2250","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-16","last_action":"See S2167","last_action_date":"2018-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2250","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1060258,"bill_number":"H4122","title":"Releasing a restriction on certain property in the town of Webster","description":"Releasing a restriction on certain property in the town of Webster","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 297 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4122/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063034,"bill_number":"H4123","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 2017 compared with such index for the year 2016","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2017 compared with such index for the year 2016. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4123/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063168,"bill_number":"S2263","title":"Special Senate Committee on Net Neutrality and Consumer Protection","description":"Relative to establishing a Special","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063315,"bill_number":"H4125","title":"Authorizing the town of Shutesbury to convey certain land","description":"That the town of Shutesbury be authorized to convey certain land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4125/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4125","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063465,"bill_number":"H4126","title":"Exempting Nicholas L. Martone from the maximum age requirement for firefighters in the town of North Andover","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3793). January 18, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4126/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4126","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063602,"bill_number":"S2262","title":"Special Senate committee to review the sexual harassment policies and procedures","description":"Relative to establishing a Special","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063744,"bill_number":"H4124","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Chelmsford relative to ministerial and grammatical non-substantive changes","description":"That the town of Chelmsford be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4243","last_action_date":"2018-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4124/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4124","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1063893,"bill_number":"S2260","title":"Negating archaic statutes targeting young women","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill negating archaic statutes targeting young women (Senate, No. 784),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2260).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2260/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2260","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1064215,"bill_number":"S2261","title":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations","description":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations (Senate, No. 2139),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act providing for the licensing of certain motor vehicle inspection stations” (Senate, No. 2261).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 436 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2261","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1066990,"bill_number":"H4135","title":"Housing Bond Order","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. January 22, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4135/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4135","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067024,"bill_number":"H4127","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"To promote quality physical education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4127/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067054,"bill_number":"S2264","title":"Designating certain bridges in the town of Bourne as the U.S. Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino Memorial Bridges","description":"For legislation to designate certain bridges in the town of Bourne as the U.S. Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino Memorial Bridges. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2316","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2264/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2264","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1067148,"bill_number":"S2254","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to state tourism accountability","description":"For legislation relative to state tourism accountability and transparency, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2254).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067158,"bill_number":"H4137","title":"Expanding The Use Of Video Conferencing","description":"Relative to the use of video conferencing for certain mortgages. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4786","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4137/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4137","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067167,"bill_number":"H4133","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":"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","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4133/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4133","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067187,"bill_number":"S2266","title":"To prevent bureaucratic overreach in the collection of student debt","description":"For legislation to prevent bureaucratic overreach in the collection of student debt. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067191,"bill_number":"H4136","title":"Relative to Paint Recycling","description":"Relative to the recycling of certain paints. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4136/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4136","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067201,"bill_number":"H4141","title":"Establishing a Sick Leave Bank for Joseph Loughman, An Employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Loughman, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-06","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4141/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4141","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067208,"bill_number":"S2267","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable related funds","description":"For legislation relative to PEG access and cable related funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a new draft, see S2341","last_action_date":"2018-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067219,"bill_number":"S2265","title":"Relative to the Lafayette Trail","description":"For legislation relative to the Lafayette Trail. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 267 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067228,"bill_number":"H4143","title":"Regarding the appointment of retired Cambridge Police Department officers as special police officers within the city of Cambridge for paid detail assignments","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4143/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4143","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067237,"bill_number":"H4138","title":"Requiring food establishments to prepare seafood in separate fryers","description":"Relative to the preparation of seafood in food establishments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4602","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4138/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4138","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067246,"bill_number":"H4128","title":"Promoting local control and effective training of school resource officers","description":"Promoting local control and effective training of school resource officers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4128/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4128","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067255,"bill_number":"H4142","title":"The Jim Brooks Stabilization Act","description":"Relative to the rights and evictions of certain tenants of post-foreclosure rental housing in the city of Boston. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4142/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4142","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1067265,"bill_number":"H4131","title":"Supporting healthy development among preschoolers","description":"Supporting healthy development among preschoolers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4131/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4131","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1069005,"bill_number":"H4145","title":"Relative to representation on the board of trustees for soldiers’ memorials in the town of Orange","description":"Relative to representation on the board of trustees for soldiers’ memorials in the town of Orange. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 336 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4145/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4145","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1069131,"bill_number":"H4144","title":"Providing for Recall Elections in the Town Of Erving","description":"Relative to providing for recall elections in the town of Erving. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 383 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4144/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4144","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1069252,"bill_number":"H4146","title":"Exempting the position part-time officer in the police department in the town of Athol from the civil service law","description":"By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Gobi, a joint petition of Susannah M. Whipps and Anne M. Gobi (by vote of the town) that the position of part-time officer in the police department in the town of Athol be exempt from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 280 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4146/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4146","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1069731,"bill_number":"H4147","title":"Providing the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Message from [BACKING TEXT].","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4147/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1070637,"bill_number":"S2","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":"2018-01-30","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1070765,"bill_number":"H2","title":"MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2019 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, 2018 (House, No. 2).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-01-24","last_action":"Reported in part, see H4400","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071535,"bill_number":"H4149","title":"Authorizing the city of Haverhill to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires","description":"That the city of Haverhill 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":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4149/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4149","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071660,"bill_number":"H4148","title":"Authorizing the Town of Norfolk to convey certain land on Priscilla Avenue","description":"That the town of Norfolk be authorized to convey certain land on Priscilla Avenue in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4148/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071775,"bill_number":"S2270","title":"To remove the residency requirement for the appointment of a forest warden","description":"For legislation to remove the residency requirement for the appointment of a forest warden. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2339","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071804,"bill_number":"S2255","title":"To support healthy development among preschoolers","description":"For legislation to support healthy development among preschoolers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2255).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2255","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071832,"bill_number":"H4151","title":"Protecting consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of Internet service","description":"For legislation to assure net neutrality by Internet service providers and the equal treatment of data on the Internet, and to prohibit discrimination or charge disparity of user, content, website, platform, application, type of attached equipment or method of communication. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4151/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071869,"bill_number":"S2259","title":"Improving 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. 2259).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071890,"bill_number":"H4152","title":"Designating certain bridges in the city known as the town of Barnstable as the First Responders Appreciation Overpasses","description":"For legislation to name two bridges over Route 6 in the city known as the town of Barnstable as the first responders appreciation overpasses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4152/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4152","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071928,"bill_number":"S2258","title":"Calling for a comprehensive study of vocational education in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to call for a comprehensive study of vocational education in the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2258).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071964,"bill_number":"S2257","title":"Promoting local control and effective training of school resource officers","description":"For legislation to promote local control and effective training of school resource officers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2257).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1071986,"bill_number":"S2256","title":"Commissioning a study of vocational education","description":"For legislation to commission a study of vocational education,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2256).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2256/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1072018,"bill_number":"H4150","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elise Sanchez-Oshea, an employee of the trial court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elise Sanchez-Oshea, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4150/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1072031,"bill_number":"S2269","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"Relative to the used vehicle record book (Senate, No. 1982),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2269).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 276 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073151,"bill_number":"H4155","title":"To historic route designations","description":"For legislation to designate Route 1, Route 20 and Route 6 as historic United States routes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-03-02","last_action":"Consolidated with H4022","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4155/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4155","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073165,"bill_number":"H4156","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Lee as the Louis J. Digrigoli Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge spanning United States highway route 20 on Laurel Street in the town of Lee as the Louis J. Digrigoli memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4156/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4156","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073188,"bill_number":"S2272","title":"Establishing an early retirement incentive for Charles Mark Brown","description":"For legislation to establish an early retirement incentive for Charles Mark Brown. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-21","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":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073213,"bill_number":"S2273","title":"To regulate online gaming, daily fantasy sports, and online sports betting","description":"For legislation to regulate online gaming, daily fantasy sports, and online sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073234,"bill_number":"H4154","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lauri Smith-Bopp, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lauri Smith-Bopp, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4154/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4154","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073475,"bill_number":"H4157","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the George Allaire Memorial Bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3684). January 29, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4157/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4157","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073481,"bill_number":"H4158","title":"Making appropriations to provide funding for certain activities and projects associated with the Commonwealth's efforts to assist the residents of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands","description":"Making appropriations to provide funding for certain activities and projects associated with the Commonwealth's efforts to assist the residents of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4160","last_action_date":"2018-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4158/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073635,"bill_number":"S2271","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Essex,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2271).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 252 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1073974,"bill_number":"H4153","title":"Investing in public higher education.","description":"Investing in public higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4153/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1075360,"bill_number":"H4159","title":"Resolve creating a task force on sexual misconduct climate surveys for colleges and universities in Massachusetts","description":"Resolve creating a task force on sexual misconduct climate surveys for colleges and universities in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-01-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4810","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4159/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4159","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1075605,"bill_number":"H4160","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-02-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4160/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4160","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1075989,"bill_number":"H4161","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4416","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4161/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4161","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1076127,"bill_number":"H4163","title":"To establish a public art fund in the town of Amherst","description":"That the town of Amherst be authorized to establish a public art fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-09-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4163/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4163","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1076255,"bill_number":"H4162","title":"Providing for the appointment of a treasurer-collector in the town of Stockbridge","description":"Relative to the appointment of a treasurer-collector in the town of Stockbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4162/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4162","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1078115,"bill_number":"S2280","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-01","last_action":"See H4160","last_action_date":"2018-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2280","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1093836,"bill_number":"H4246","title":"Designating the month of March as Massachusetts Maple Month","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill providing for the annual observance of the month of March as Massachusetts maple month and designating pure Massachusetts maple syrup as the official sweetener of the Commonwealth (House, No. 3735). February 20, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4246/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1094992,"bill_number":"S2295","title":"To a lease of certain property in the city of Boston","description":"Relativerelative to a lease of certain property in the city of Boston.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-07","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2018-02-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2295/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2295","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095202,"bill_number":"H4249","title":"Authorizing the City of Newburyport to hold a special election for the purpose of accepting the terms of Clause 41C½ of Section 5 Chapter 59 of the Massachusetts General Laws","description":"That the city of Newburyport be authorized to hold a special election in said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 146 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4249/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095238,"bill_number":"H4250","title":"Concerning local short-term rental excise tax in the city of Salem","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to impose a local excise tax on short-term rentals in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4783","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4250/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095262,"bill_number":"H4244","title":"House study order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning revenue matters","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4244/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4244","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1095298,"bill_number":"H4248","title":"Authorizing the sale of certain property located at 616 Towne Street in the town of North Attleborough","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3787). February 22, 2018.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4248/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095368,"bill_number":"S2308","title":"Relative to the University of Massachusetts’ ability to insure buildings","description":"For legislation relative to the University of Massachusetts’ ability to insure buildings,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2308).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095440,"bill_number":"S2311","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"For legislation relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2499","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095597,"bill_number":"S2310","title":"Regulating the closure of state police barracks","description":"For legislation to regulate the closure of state police barracks,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2310).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095667,"bill_number":"S2309","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"For legislation to protect public higher education student information,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2309).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095778,"bill_number":"H4226","title":"To prevent jaywalking","description":"To prevent jaywalking","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4226/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4226","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095804,"bill_number":"H4235","title":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents","description":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4235/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095831,"bill_number":"H4225","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4225/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095857,"bill_number":"H4224","title":"Providing transportation to recovery high schools.","description":"Providing transportation to recovery high schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4224/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1095880,"bill_number":"H4236","title":"Relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners","description":"Relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-11-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-11-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4236/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4236","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1096335,"bill_number":"H4253","title":"Relative to the classification of certain employees of the South Essex Sewerage District","description":"Relative to the classification of certain employees of the South Essex Sewerage District for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 221 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4253/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1096461,"bill_number":"H4254","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 grant 6 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":"2018-02-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4429","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4254/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1096574,"bill_number":"H4255","title":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Tyngsborough 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":"2018-02-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4430","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4255/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4255","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1097902,"bill_number":"S2319","title":"Authorizing the Department of Fish and Game to acquire a conservation restriction on land of the town of Groveland","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Fish and Game to acquire a conservation restriction on land of the town of Groveland. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 185 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1097923,"bill_number":"S2318","title":"Promoting health, safety and well-being in the legislature","description":"For legislation to promote health, safety and well-being in the legislature. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-07","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1097943,"bill_number":"H4258","title":"Authorizing the Town of Hopkinton to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Hopkinton be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4389","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4258/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4258","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1097959,"bill_number":"H4257","title":"Relative to the charter school reimbursement rate for the town of Foxborough","description":"Relative to the charter school reimbursement rate for the town of Foxborough. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4692","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4257/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1097970,"bill_number":"H4252","title":"Election Laws","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning election laws","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4252/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099155,"bill_number":"S2321","title":"A Uniform Extension of the Time allowed for Reports of the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","description":"Relative to granting the committee on Health Care Financing until April 25, 2018, within which time to make its final report on all matters referred to them on or before the fourth Wednesday of March.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099182,"bill_number":"S2313","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to issues before the joint committee on the Judiciary","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 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 protection of service animals; and on the message from His Excellency the Governor recommending legislation relative to the admissibility of evidence in a prosecution for operating under the influence , reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2313).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099216,"bill_number":"H4268","title":"Amending the authorization for the exchange of an easement in the control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation to facilitate a project important to the economic development of the city of Lynn","description":"By Mr. Crighton of Lynn, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Brendan P. Crighton and Daniel Cahill that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to grant a certain easement for economic development in the city of Lynn. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4268/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4268","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099247,"bill_number":"H4266","title":"Relative to the retention of animal inspection records","description":"Relative to the retention of animal inspection records. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4438","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4266/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4266","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099282,"bill_number":"S2314","title":"Relative to the monthly minimum reliability contribution","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to solar net metering fairness,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2314).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099315,"bill_number":"H4263","title":"The report of the Counsel to the House of Representatives (as authorized under House order No. 3983) submitting recommendations for updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation","description":"The report of the Counsel to the House of Representatives (as authorized under House order No. 3983) submitting recommendations for updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"See H4296","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4263/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099351,"bill_number":"S2320","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media privacy protection (Senate, No. 991),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2320).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2346","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099386,"bill_number":"H4267","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elliot Brown, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elliot Brown, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4267/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4267","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099422,"bill_number":"H4265","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Lynn to the Neighborhood Development Associates, Inc","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Lynn to the Neighborhood Development Associates, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 189 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4265/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4265","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1099452,"bill_number":"S2316","title":"Designating certain bridges in the town of Bourne as the U.S. Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino Memorial Bridges","description":"Designating certain bridges in the town of Bourne as the U.S. Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino Memorial Bridges","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2316","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1099552,"bill_number":"S2312","title":"Making technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act","description":"For legislation to make technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2312).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2615","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2312","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1100251,"bill_number":"S2317","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"see H4134","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2317/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2317","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1100920,"bill_number":"H4285","title":"Relative to the Proper Bonding and Grounding of CSST","description":"Relative to the inspection of certain piping during home inspections and home energy audits. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4877","last_action_date":"2018-08-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4285/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4285","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1100968,"bill_number":"S2324","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David Silvia Jr., an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Silvia Jr., an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 171 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1100993,"bill_number":"H4262","title":"Authorizing the City of Newton to Lease the John W. Weeks School for a Term of Years Not Exceeding Ninety-Nine Years and to Grant a Lease Extension to the Current Lessee of the Former John W. Weeks School without Undertaking a Procurement Process","description":"Authorizing the City of Newton to Lease the John W. Weeks School for a Term of Years Not Exceeding Ninety-Nine Years and to Grant a Lease Extension to the Current Lessee of the Former John W. Weeks School without Undertaking a Procurement Process","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 242 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4262/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4262","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101024,"bill_number":"H4261","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in Middleborough from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Fish and Game","description":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in Middleborough from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Fish and Game","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4261/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4261","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101051,"bill_number":"H4288","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 274 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4288/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4288","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101075,"bill_number":"H4284","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4284/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4284","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101106,"bill_number":"H4259","title":"Relative to public hearings of the Group Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to public hearings of the Group Insurance Commission","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4259/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4259","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101133,"bill_number":"H4287","title":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","description":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4314","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4287/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4287","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101260,"bill_number":"H4270","title":"To study the health of the Blue Hills Forest and ecology to inform long-term reservation management","description":"To study the health of the Blue Hills Forest and ecology to inform long-term reservation management","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4270/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4270","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1101264,"bill_number":"H4269","title":"Further regulating the processing of lobsters","description":"Further regulating the processing of lobsters","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4269/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102365,"bill_number":"H4289","title":"Authorizing the Town of Lynnfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the Town of Lynnfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4370","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4289/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4289","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102383,"bill_number":"H4286","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities","description":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4286/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102400,"bill_number":"H4282","title":"To amend the lead law to include water piping","description":"To amend the lead law to include water piping","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4282/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102417,"bill_number":"H4273","title":"Establishing a green banks program","description":"Establishing a green banks program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4273/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4273","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102435,"bill_number":"H4281","title":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","description":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4281/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102453,"bill_number":"H4275","title":"Relative to the control of tick-borne illness","description":"Relative to the control of tick-borne illness","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4275/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4275","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102476,"bill_number":"H4274","title":"Relative to the conservation of Atlantic striped bass","description":"Relative to the conservation of Atlantic striped bass","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4274/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4274","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102490,"bill_number":"H4278","title":"Relative to wood pellet fuel","description":"Relative to wood pellet fuel","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4278/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4278","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102508,"bill_number":"H4280","title":"Establishing the cape cod water protection trust","description":"Establishing the cape cod water protection trust","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4280/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4280","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102525,"bill_number":"H4279","title":"Relative to the importation of animals for rescue, shelter, foster, adoption or remote sale","description":"Relative to the importation of animals for rescue, shelter, foster, adoption or remote sale","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4279/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4279","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102543,"bill_number":"H4290","title":"To Promote Housing Choices","description":"To Promote Housing Choices","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4290/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4290","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102560,"bill_number":"H4276","title":"Relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank","description":"Relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4276/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4276","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102578,"bill_number":"H4283","title":"Relative to HIV screening and prevention","description":"Relative to HIV screening and prevention","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"Accompanied S2445","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4283/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4283","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1102589,"bill_number":"H4277","title":"Establishing a special commission on municipal solid waste","description":"Establishing a special commission on municipal solid waste","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4277/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4277","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1103610,"bill_number":"S2326","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to exempt Gold Star annuity payments issued by the Commonwealth from being declared as income; of Todd M. Smola and Elizabeth A. Poirier relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans; of Thomas M. Stanley and others relative to the payment of certain burial expenses for veterans; of Chynah Tyler and others relative to burial expenses for veterans; and of Diana DiZoglio and others relative to emergency medical services for veterans,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2326).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2326/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2326","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103664,"bill_number":"S2325","title":"Modernizing the foundation budget for the 21st century","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to promote educational resource allocation decisions at the local level; of John H. Rogers and others relative to expanding the special education reimbursement program to include transportation costs; of Bradford R. Hill relative to implementing the recommendations of the foundation budget review commission; of Frank I. Smizik and others relative to the calculation of special education reimbursement amounts; and of Claire D. Cronin and others relative to the Foundation Budget Review Commission,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2325).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103676,"bill_number":"S2327","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"For legislation to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability; and of Aaron Michlewitz and others relative to preventing wage theft and promoting employer accountability,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2327).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2546","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103689,"bill_number":"S2331","title":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens (Senate, No. 1155),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2331).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2331","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103705,"bill_number":"S2337","title":"Ensuring access to state IDs for low-income people","description":"For legislation to ensure access to state IDs for low-income people. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2436","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103721,"bill_number":"H4291","title":"An Order relative to updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation [for the report of the Counsel to the House on this subject, see H4263]","description":"An Order relative to updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation [for the report of the Counsel to the House on this subject, see H4263]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4311","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4291/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4291","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103738,"bill_number":"S2335","title":"Renaming a certain bridge over route 38 on interstate 495","description":"For legislation to rename a certain bridge over route 38 on interstate 495. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2017-12-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2335/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2335","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103753,"bill_number":"S2336","title":"Protecting consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of internet service","description":"For legislation to protect consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of internet service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2610","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103770,"bill_number":"S2334","title":"Extending voting protection to early voting","description":"For legislation to extend voting protection to early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2418","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103785,"bill_number":"H4292","title":"Updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. March 9, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4292/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4292","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103801,"bill_number":"S2332","title":"To protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns","description":"SENATE, Friday, March 9, 2018 - The committee on Rules to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns (Senate, No. 1159),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2332).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2347","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2332/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2332","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103817,"bill_number":"S2333","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to expiring use","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to protect low and moderate income tenants and units of governmentally involved housing, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2333).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Reported by S716","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1103833,"bill_number":"S2330","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relative to education collaboratives (Senate, No. 290),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2330).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 437 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2330/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2330","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104418,"bill_number":"H4293","title":"Providing immediate child care assistance to homeless families","description":"Providing immediate child care assistance to homeless families","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4293/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4293","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104420,"bill_number":"S2328","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health","description":"Relativerelative to public health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Senate concurred in the House amendment","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2328/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2328","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104424,"bill_number":"S2338","title":"Relative to parking at large entertainment venues","description":"For legislation to limit the operation of parking lots subcontracted for a single-use event,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2338).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104428,"bill_number":"H4297","title":"Enhancing opportunities for all","description":"Enhancing opportunities for all","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4592","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4297/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4297","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104436,"bill_number":"H4298","title":"Designating a certain park in the city of Quincy as the Richard \"Dick\" Herbert Memorial Park","description":"Designating a certain park in the city of Quincy as the Richard \"Dick\" Herbert Memorial Park","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4298/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4298","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104440,"bill_number":"S2340","title":"Renewable Energy","description":"Relativerelative to renewable energy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2340","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1104501,"bill_number":"S2339","title":"Relative to forest wardens","description":"For legislation to remove the residency requirement for the appointment of a forest warden,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2339).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104555,"bill_number":"H4300","title":"Relative to kosher food signage","description":"Relative to the revocation of kosher certification. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4461","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4300/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104604,"bill_number":"H4296","title":"An Order relative to authorizing the Counsel to the House of Representatives to contract with an outside third-party vendor to conduct a series of comprehensive surveys of appointed officers and employees of the House [for the report of the Counsel to the House on this subject, see H4263]","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. March 12, 2018.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2018-03-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4296/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4296","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104655,"bill_number":"H4299","title":"Repealing a certain act increasing the expenditure limit on revolving funds in the city of Attleboro","description":"For legislation to repeal a certain act increasing the expenditure limit on revolving funds in the city of Attleboro. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4299/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4299","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1104705,"bill_number":"H4301","title":"Authorizing the Department of Fish and Game to acquire land of the town of Dalton","description":"That the town of Dalton be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to the Department of Fish and Game. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4301/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1105509,"bill_number":"H4294","title":"Condominium law","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning condominium law","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4294/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4294","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1105563,"bill_number":"H4272","title":"A United States constitutional amendment and amendments convention","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning a United States constitutional amendment and amendments convention","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4272/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4272","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1105619,"bill_number":"H4271","title":"The state building code","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning the state building code","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4271/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4271","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1105673,"bill_number":"H4302","title":"Relative to the financial condition of the city of Lynn","description":"That the city of Lynn be authorized to amend the charter of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-09","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4325","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4302/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4302","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1106091,"bill_number":"H4308","title":"Relative to the provision of health insurance and other benefits in the town of Huntington","description":"That the town of Huntington be authorized to contribute 60 per cent of the costs of premiums for health insurance and other certain benefits. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Amendment adopted, see H4570","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4308/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4308","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106108,"bill_number":"H4307","title":"Authorizing the town of Holliston to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Holliston be authorized to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a 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":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4431","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4307/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4307","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106117,"bill_number":"H4309","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to offer an exemption for certain owner occupied residential properties for water and sewer charges and rates","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to offer exemptions for certain owner occupied residential properties for water and sewer charges and rates. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 298 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4309/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4309","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106131,"bill_number":"H4310","title":"To enhance the Department of Early Education and Care’s background record check procedures","description":"To enhance the Department of Early Education and Care’s background record check procedures","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4594","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4310/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4310","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106170,"bill_number":"S2344","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities (Senate, No. 743),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2344).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2373","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2344/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2344","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106213,"bill_number":"S2341","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable related funds","description":"For legislation relative to PEG access and cable related funds,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2341).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2686","last_action_date":"2018-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106257,"bill_number":"H4304","title":"Relative to hydro.","description":"Relative to hydro.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4304/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106301,"bill_number":"S2343","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"Relative to financial literacy in schools (Senate, No. 249),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2343).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2374","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2343/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2343","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106347,"bill_number":"H4303","title":"Relative to anaerobic digestion.","description":"Relative to anaerobic digestion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4303/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106798,"bill_number":"H4313","title":"Providing affordable health insurance options to municipal retirees","description":"Providing affordable health insurance options to municipal retirees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4313/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4313","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106946,"bill_number":"S2358","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transportation matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to further strengthen public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2358).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2006","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106949,"bill_number":"H4312","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels to the town of Shrewsbury","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels to the town of Shrewsbury","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 173 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4312/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4312","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106951,"bill_number":"S2356","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"see H2623","last_action_date":"2018-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2356/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2356","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106953,"bill_number":"H4316","title":"Amendment Order","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. March 19, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4316/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106957,"bill_number":"H4314","title":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","description":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4327","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4314/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4314","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1106959,"bill_number":"S2357","title":"Relative to unsolicited loans","description":"Relative to unsolicited loans (Senate, No.143),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2357).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2357/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2357","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107012,"bill_number":"S2359","title":"Judiciary matters","description":"Relativerelative to judiciary matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107059,"bill_number":"S2354","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"Relative to voluntary towing reform (Senate, No.1342),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2354).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107105,"bill_number":"S2355","title":"To promote and enhance civic engagement","description":"To promote and enhance civic engagement","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2375","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107151,"bill_number":"H4318","title":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","description":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4438","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4318/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4318","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1107459,"bill_number":"S2346","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media privacy protection","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2346/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107500,"bill_number":"H4311","title":"An Order relative to updating the structures, policies, procedures and operations of the human resources function for the House of Representatives, including those that relate to ensuring a workplace free of sexual harassment and retaliation [for the report of the Counsel to the House on this subject, see H4263]","description":"House order No. 4291, as amended by the House. March 9, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4311/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4311","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1107537,"bill_number":"S2347","title":"To protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns","description":"Senate March 15, 2018, – Text of the Senate Bill to protect animal welfare and safety in cities and towns (being the text of Senate document number 2332, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Accompanied S2646","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2347/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108136,"bill_number":"H4320","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4667","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4320/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4320","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108444,"bill_number":"H4322","title":"Regulating the sale and purchase of butane and propane","description":"Relative to the sale and purchase of butane and propane. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4322/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108456,"bill_number":"H4323","title":"To enhance investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination","description":"Relative to investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4323/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4323","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108480,"bill_number":"H4324","title":"Authorizing the Economic Development and Industrial Corporation of Boston to qualify a single energy service company for the design, construction, operation, maintenance, and financing of a district energy/microgrid project and related energy savings performance contract to serve the public and private property owners and tenants in the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park","description":"By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Economic Development and Industrial Corporation of the city of Boston be authorized to enter into a single energy management services contract to provide energy management services to all public and private properties, either owned or leased, within the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park in said city. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4324/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4324","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108499,"bill_number":"H4321","title":"Requiring annual training for municipal animal inspectors","description":"By Representative Schmid of Westport and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul A. Schmid, III and Michael J. Rodrigues that the Director of Animal Health be authorized to require annual training for municipal animal inspectors. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4438","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4321/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108520,"bill_number":"S2369","title":"Relative to an easement plan for the Milton Inline Inspection Project","description":"For legislation relative to an easement plan for the Milton Inline Inspection Project. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 212 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108539,"bill_number":"H4319","title":"Transport Study Order: 15 March 2018 - House","description":"Transport Study Order: 15 March 2018 - House","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Reported on the residue, see H3422","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4319/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108559,"bill_number":"S2362","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"For legislation to reduce traffic fatalities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2362).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2570","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108581,"bill_number":"H4315","title":"To limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for behavioral health and substance abuse services","description":"To limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for behavioral health and substance abuse services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4315/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4315","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108603,"bill_number":"H4325","title":"Relative to the financial condition of the city of Lynn","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Cahill of Lynn, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4302). March 22, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-03-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4325/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4325","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108634,"bill_number":"S2370","title":"Public health","description":"Relativerelative to public health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Motion to lay upon the table prevailed","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108670,"bill_number":"S2367","title":"To prohibit the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2367).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108869,"bill_number":"S2363","title":"Relative to life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation relative to life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2363).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"New draft of S2016","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2363","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108888,"bill_number":"H4327","title":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","description":"House bill No. 4314, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. March 22, 2018.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"Reported by H4841","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4327/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108909,"bill_number":"S2366","title":"Relative to regional bonus aid","description":"For legislation to provide bonus aid to newly formed regional school districts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2366).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108933,"bill_number":"S2365","title":"To establish food allergy plans","description":"For legislation to establish food allergy plans,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2365).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-03-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1108996,"bill_number":"S2371","title":"Relative to criminal justice reform","description":"Relativerelative to criminal justice reform.” (Senate, No. 2371).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2371","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1109140,"bill_number":"S2377","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"For legislation relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-08-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2562","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109142,"bill_number":"H4337","title":"Resolve An Act to create a commission to research current logistical issues related to outpatient methadone centers and identify alternatives to the distribution of outpatient methadone treatment","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to research current logistical issues related to outpatient methadone centers and to identify alternatives to the distribution of outpatient methadone treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4337/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4337","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109146,"bill_number":"S2379","title":"Financing fishing and farming investment","description":"For legislation to finance fishing and farming investment. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4438","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109148,"bill_number":"S2364","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems (Senate, No. 2160),-- reports that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session with amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2364).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2364/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2364","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1109164,"bill_number":"H4338","title":"Establishing civil penalties for littering from a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to civil penalties for the disposal of trash or garbage from motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4721","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4338/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109167,"bill_number":"S2374","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"Relative to financial literacy in schools (being the text of Senate document number 2343, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 438 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109171,"bill_number":"H4340","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Montague be authorized to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4462","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4340/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4340","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109174,"bill_number":"H4341","title":"Authorizing the town of Falmouth to transfer a parcel of land commonly known as the Farley Bog","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to transfer a certain parcel of land in said town to the Falmouth Rod & Gun Club, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4561","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4341/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4341","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1109189,"bill_number":"H4339","title":"Designating the Houghs Neck Maritime Center in the city of Quincy in honor of Francis X. McCauley","description":"For legislation to designate the Houghs Neck Maritime Center in the city of Quincy in honor of Francis X. McCauley. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4435","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4339/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4339","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109192,"bill_number":"H4336","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gloria Phillips, an employee of the Division of Industrial Accidents","description":"By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush establishing a sick leave bank for Gloria Phillips, an employee of the Department of Industrial Accidents. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 119 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4336/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4336","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109196,"bill_number":"S2378","title":"Requiring professional cleanup following a suspected fentanyl-related incident","description":"For legislation to require professional cleanup following a suspected fentanyl-related incident. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2378","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109233,"bill_number":"H4334","title":"Relative to mortgage licensing and exemptions.","description":"Relative to mortgage licensing and exemptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4334/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4334","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1109252,"bill_number":"H4333","title":"To require written notice of medical tests outside a patient's network for insurance purposes","description":"To require written notice of medical tests outside a patient's network for insurance purposes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4333/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4333","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1109294,"bill_number":"H4331","title":"Regulating appraisal management companies.","description":"Regulating appraisal management companies.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4566","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4331/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4331","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1109362,"bill_number":"H4329","title":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","description":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4329/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4329","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110140,"bill_number":"S2382","title":"Relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking; and of Lori A. Ehrlich, Jason M. Lewis and others relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2382).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2553","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2382/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2382","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110183,"bill_number":"H4348","title":"Relative to improving passenger rail service between Springfield and Boston","description":"Relative to improving passenger rail service between Springfield and Boston","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110191,"bill_number":"H4354","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sara Parmenter, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sara Parmenter, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4354/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4354","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110258,"bill_number":"H4350","title":"Relative to civil violations","description":"Relative to civil violations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4350","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110412,"bill_number":"S2389","title":"To ensure a free and open internet in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure a free and open internet in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","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":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110415,"bill_number":"H4365","title":"Authorizing the Somerville Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the Somerville Retirement Board be authorized to divest from fossil fuel companies. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4709","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4365/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4365","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110423,"bill_number":"H4363","title":"Establishing a commission on behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) relative to behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4363/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4363","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1110455,"bill_number":"H4355","title":"To improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists","description":"To improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric clinical nurse specialists","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4355/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4355","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110579,"bill_number":"S2350","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to safety","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2350).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2350/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110582,"bill_number":"S2387","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"For legislation to protect research animals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2387).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2624","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110584,"bill_number":"S2352","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to municipal revenue growth factor","description":"For legislation relative to the Municipal Revenue Growth Factor and school aid, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2352).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2352/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110587,"bill_number":"S2349","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to English learners and biliteracy","description":"For legislationfor legislation to promote global trade and economic development through biliteracy, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2349).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2349/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110591,"bill_number":"S2353","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to children","description":"For legislation to prevent the sexual abuse of children and youth, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2353).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2353/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110596,"bill_number":"S2385","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to curriculum","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to teach American Sign language, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2385).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110599,"bill_number":"S2361","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to housing issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to improve housing opportunities and the Massachusetts economy, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2361).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110602,"bill_number":"S2351","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to disadvantaged students","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the calculation of economically disadvantaged students, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2351).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2351/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110607,"bill_number":"S2384","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to safety","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to school safety on election day, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2384).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110609,"bill_number":"S2348","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to special education","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to enhancing special education services delivery, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2348).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2348/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2348","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110615,"bill_number":"S2383","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transportation and regional schools","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to homeless children school transportation, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2383).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2383/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2383","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110619,"bill_number":"S2342","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to municipalities matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the maintenance of private ways, bridges and common amenities in municipalities, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2342).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2342/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110621,"bill_number":"S2345","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters before the committee","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the counting of certain residences as affordable housing, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2345).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2345/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110624,"bill_number":"S2360","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to 40B issues","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to 40B projects built near historical housing, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2360).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110799,"bill_number":"H4367","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"Accompanied H4449","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4367/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4367","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110882,"bill_number":"H4366","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4382","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4366/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4366","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110897,"bill_number":"S2386","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Senate March 29, 2018 – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents (House, No. 4134)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"See H4134","last_action_date":"2018-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110903,"bill_number":"H4368","title":"Amendment Order","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. April 4, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4368/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4368","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110911,"bill_number":"S2393","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shane T. Craven, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shane T. Craven, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110928,"bill_number":"H4360","title":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","description":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4360/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4360","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110931,"bill_number":"H4370","title":"Authorizing the town of Lynnfield to grant 5 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. 4289). April 4, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4370/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4370","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110939,"bill_number":"H4372","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Heidi Souza, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Heidi Souza, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4372/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110948,"bill_number":"H4359","title":"Relative to the licensure of swimming pool builders and service contractors","description":"Relative to the licensure of swimming pool builders and service contractors","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4359/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4359","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110950,"bill_number":"H4373","title":"Relative to a Medford Residential Development Easement","description":"By Mr. Donato of Medford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul J. Donato that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Medford to North Shore Residential Development, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 199 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4373/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4373","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110959,"bill_number":"H4371","title":"Relative to consumer access to residential energy information","description":"Relative to consumer access to residential energy information","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4371/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4371","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110966,"bill_number":"S2391","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"See H4012","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110972,"bill_number":"H4362","title":"Relative to qualified health plans.","description":"Relative to qualified health plans.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4362/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4362","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110981,"bill_number":"H4369","title":"Relative to the tenure of office of the city clerk of the city of Revere","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4264). April 4, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4369/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4369","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110988,"bill_number":"H4358","title":"To create a statewide septic license","description":"To create a statewide septic license","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4358/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4358","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1110990,"bill_number":"S2395","title":"Releasing certain land in Berkley from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"For legislation to release certain land in Berkley from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 213 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111002,"bill_number":"S2399","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to election laws issues","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 legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2399).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2069","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111044,"bill_number":"S2394","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to further regulate the discharge of pollutants into waters,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2394).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2617","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111050,"bill_number":"H4379","title":"Authorizing safe and secure grow facilities","description":"For legislation to authorize rental grow facilities for marijuana plant cultivation. Marijuana Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4796","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4379/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4379","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111055,"bill_number":"H4378","title":"Relative to school resource officers","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as school resource officers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4724","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4378/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4378","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1111072,"bill_number":"H4377","title":"Relative to licensing of liquor retailers","description":"Relative to licensing of liquor retailers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4693","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4377/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4377","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111078,"bill_number":"H4381","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Felix Cruz, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Felix Cruz, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4381/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4381","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111090,"bill_number":"S2397","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation relative to end of life options, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2397).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111096,"bill_number":"H4380","title":"To improve substance use disorder treatment in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the treatment of substance use disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4380/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4380","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1111514,"bill_number":"S2400","title":"Regulating and insuring short-term rentals","description":"Senate April 4, 2018, – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill regulating and insuring short-term rentals (House, No. 4327)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"See H4327","last_action_date":"2018-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111640,"bill_number":"S2409","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"See H4367","last_action_date":"2018-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2409","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1111661,"bill_number":"S2410","title":"Honoring and recognizing the heroism of Rosa Parks","description":"For legislation to honor and recognize the heroism of Rosa Parks. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 423 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2410","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1111693,"bill_number":"H4402","title":"Requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms","description":"For legislation to require the public pension fund to divest from ammunition and firearms. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4709","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111700,"bill_number":"H4404","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sonia Morales, employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sonia Morales, employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111706,"bill_number":"H4375","title":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","description":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4375/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111712,"bill_number":"H4376","title":"Relative to the cost of veteran higher education","description":"Relative to the cost of veteran higher education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4376/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4376","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111724,"bill_number":"H4361","title":"Relative to PACE programs and nurse pronouncement","description":"Relative to PACE programs and nurse pronouncement","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4528","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4361/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4361","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111735,"bill_number":"H4386","title":"Relative to non discrimination training in the workplace.","description":"Relative to non discrimination training in the workplace.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4386/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111748,"bill_number":"H4385","title":"Relative to community benefit districts","description":"Relative to community benefit districts","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4546","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4385/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111754,"bill_number":"H4374","title":"Requiring appropriation bills to include estimated amounts for the following fiscal year","description":"Requiring appropriation bills to include estimated amounts for the following fiscal year","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4374/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4374","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111766,"bill_number":"H4389","title":"Authorizing the Town of Hopkinton to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the Town of Hopkinton to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4389/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111781,"bill_number":"H4388","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4388/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4388","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111792,"bill_number":"H4387","title":"Relative to license plates","description":"Relative to license plates","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4387/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4387","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111803,"bill_number":"H4384","title":"Allowing full faith and credit to personal identification","description":"Allowing full faith and credit to personal identification","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4384/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4384","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111933,"bill_number":"S2408","title":"Resolve establishing a Commission to Study the Feasibility of a Secure Choice Retirement Savings Option","description":"For legislation relative to secure choice retirement savings plan,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2408).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111943,"bill_number":"S2396","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2396).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111952,"bill_number":"S2405","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public housing","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to preventing fraud in Massachusetts housing authorities, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2405).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2405/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2405","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111962,"bill_number":"S2406","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to production and manufactured housing","description":"For legislationfor legislation to streamline housing permitting, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2406).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111978,"bill_number":"S2401","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to housing issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to promote savings for first time homebuyers, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2401).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111984,"bill_number":"S2402","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to bed bugs","description":"For legislation relative to bed bugs, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2402).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2402/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2402","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1111996,"bill_number":"S2392","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"For legislation to improve the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2392).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112005,"bill_number":"S2403","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2403).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Accompanied H4315","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2403/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2403","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112013,"bill_number":"S2404","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to 40B","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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; and of Walter F. Timilty relative to affordable housing near areas of critical concern, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2404).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2404/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2404","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112337,"bill_number":"H4407","title":"Relative to parking safety","description":"Relative to parking safety","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4407/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112347,"bill_number":"H4406","title":"Establishing a special commission pertaining to small businesses and minority-owned businesses in Western Massachusetts","description":"Establishing a special commission pertaining to small businesses and minority-owned businesses in Western Massachusetts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4406/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4406","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112356,"bill_number":"H4395","title":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","description":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4395/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4395","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112369,"bill_number":"S2416","title":"Relative to the retirement of state university and community college police officers","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of state university and community college police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2536","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112378,"bill_number":"H4394","title":"Relative to defining and providing screening for dyslexia","description":"Relative to defining and providing screening for dyslexia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4394/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112387,"bill_number":"H4397","title":"Building for the future of the Commonwealth","description":"Building for the future of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4397/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112398,"bill_number":"H4391","title":"Relative to recess for elementary school children","description":"Relative to recess for elementary school children","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4391/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4391","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112409,"bill_number":"H4390","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4390/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112418,"bill_number":"H4396","title":"Requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation","description":"Requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4396/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4396","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112429,"bill_number":"H4393","title":"To promote autonomy and success in schools","description":"To promote autonomy and success in schools","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4393/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4393","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112435,"bill_number":"H4392","title":"To allow for school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation","description":"To allow for school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4392/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112463,"bill_number":"H4409","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daisy F. Bolden, an employee of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daisy F. Bolden, an employee of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4448","last_action_date":"2018-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4409/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4409","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112483,"bill_number":"H4399","title":"FY19 Budget Order","description":"FY19 Budget Order","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Adopted - 120 YEAS to 35 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 325)","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4399/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4399","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112506,"bill_number":"H4400","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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 2019 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":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4401","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4400/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112526,"bill_number":"H4398","title":"Enabling municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees","description":"Enabling municipal and regional planning agency employees to fully participate in gaming policy advisory committees","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4398/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112548,"bill_number":"H4411","title":"Authorizing the exchange of a parcel of land located on the Lenox/Richmond town line, owned by the town of Lenox with two parcels of land in Lenox, located on West Mountain Road and West Dugway Road","description":"That the town of Lenox be authorized to exchange certain parcels of land located in said town with Massachusetts Audubon Society, Inc. for open space and passive recreation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4627","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112569,"bill_number":"H4410","title":"Relative to the conveyance of a parcel of the Dalton Town Forest","description":"That the town of Dalton be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town known as the Dalton town forest to the Department of Fish and Game. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4694","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4410/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4410","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112582,"bill_number":"S2417","title":"The question of the pending acquisition of Mount Ida College by the University of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to pending acquisition of Mount Ida College by the University of Massachusetts","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2018-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112683,"bill_number":"S2422","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health 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 legislation to reduce non-ionizing radiation exposure in schools, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2422).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S1241","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112743,"bill_number":"H4408","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility and effects of collecting disaggregate data.","description":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility and effects of collecting disaggregate data.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4408/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4408","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112788,"bill_number":"S2423","title":"Establishing an East Bridgewater Sewer District","description":"For legislation to establish an East Bridgewater Sewer District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 249 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112838,"bill_number":"S2421","title":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","description":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112990,"bill_number":"S2420","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to veterans","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to exempt veterans from civil service exam fees, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2420).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1112994,"bill_number":"S2414","title":"Authorizing the issuance of temporary licenses for the sale and auction of wines and malt beverages by nonprofit charitable corporations","description":"For legislationfor legislation to authorize the issuance of temporary licenses for the sale and auction of wines and malt beverages by nonprofit charitable corporations,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2414).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2414/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113001,"bill_number":"S2412","title":"Relative to expungement from central registry","description":"For legislation relative to expungement from central registry,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2412).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2412/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2412","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113011,"bill_number":"S2418","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to early voting","description":"For legislation to extend voting protection to early voting, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2418).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113016,"bill_number":"S2411","title":"To increase the safety of disabled individuals living in group homes","description":"For legislation to increase the safety of disabled individuals living in group homes,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2411).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Accompanied S2213","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2411/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2411","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113027,"bill_number":"S2415","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealing","description":"For legislation to regulate secondary metals dealing,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2415).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2415","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113032,"bill_number":"S2413","title":"Relative to safe application and removal of body art","description":"For 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. 2413).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113041,"bill_number":"S2419","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Elder Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to elder affairs","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to strengthen the Massachusetts home care program, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2419).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2419","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1113465,"bill_number":"H4425","title":"Granting creditable service to Paegan Deering, an employee of the department of environmental protection","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Paegan Deering, an employee of the Department of Environmental Protection. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4709","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113472,"bill_number":"H4422","title":"To promote student nutrition","description":"Relative to the responsibilities of school districts regarding school lunches. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4728","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4422/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113480,"bill_number":"H4424","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for George Hodgdon, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for George Hodgdon, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113489,"bill_number":"H4415","title":"Extension Order - Economic Development and Emerging Technologies","description":"Extension Order - Economic Development and Emerging Technologies","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4415/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4415","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1113507,"bill_number":"H4426","title":"Building on criminal justice reform","description":"Building on criminal justice reform","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4700","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113516,"bill_number":"H4413","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4413/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4413","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113525,"bill_number":"S2444","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Melvin Maldonado, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Melvin Maldonado, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113531,"bill_number":"H4423","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Stephanie Perez, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephanie Perez, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4423/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4423","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113549,"bill_number":"H4419","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4419/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113559,"bill_number":"S2430","title":"Resolve relative to the digital right to repair","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish fair and reasonable terms for providing diagnostic, service or repair information and services for digital electronic products,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2430).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2630","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113568,"bill_number":"S2436","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to state identification","description":"For legislation to ensure access to state IDs for low-income people, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2436).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113577,"bill_number":"S2438","title":"Renewable Energy","description":"Relativerelative to renewable energy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113588,"bill_number":"S2437","title":"Judicial matters","description":"Relativerelative to matters before the","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113592,"bill_number":"S2439","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to substance use treatment","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to develop a master plan on the availability of beds for addiction treatment, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2439).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113604,"bill_number":"H4420","title":"Relative to public safety in excavation","description":"Relative to public safety in excavation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4420/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113612,"bill_number":"S2432","title":"To protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement; and of James Arciero relative to assertions of patent infringement made in bad faith,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2432).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113622,"bill_number":"S2431","title":"Resolve relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to cell phone distributers disclosure of RF radiation,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2431).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113630,"bill_number":"S2434","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to vehicles","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the use of video screens while operating a motor vehicle, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2434).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113634,"bill_number":"H4421","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"To reduce traffic fatalities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4421/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113649,"bill_number":"S2424","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to student health","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a skin cancer and sun safety education program in public schools, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2424).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2424/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113654,"bill_number":"S2425","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to personnel, SBA and technology","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to reduce the risk of skin cancer and excessive UV exposure in children, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2425).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2425/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113660,"bill_number":"S2429","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to school finance","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to Learning Innovation for Tomorrow (LIFT) to fund the foundation budget review commission, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2429).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113666,"bill_number":"S2435","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transparency and technology","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to eliminating fees for distinctive plates for veterans, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2435).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113673,"bill_number":"S2427","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to early education","description":"For legislation relative to income eligible childcare, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2427).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113680,"bill_number":"S2440","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to mental health issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the classification of the street drug known as Molly, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2440).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113684,"bill_number":"S2426","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to assessments and accountability","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish an educational mandate working group, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2426).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2426/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2426","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113690,"bill_number":"S2433","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2433).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1113693,"bill_number":"S2428","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the foundation budget review commission, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2428).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114164,"bill_number":"S2443","title":"Relative to students with dyslexia","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to dyslexia,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2443).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2607","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114167,"bill_number":"S2453","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"For legislation to further define medical necessity determinations; and of Kay Khan and others relative to the determination of medically necessary services for mental health treatment,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2453).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2453/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2453","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114171,"bill_number":"S2458","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2458).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114175,"bill_number":"S2446","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to volunteer ambulance service,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2446).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2648","last_action_date":"2018-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114179,"bill_number":"S2448","title":"Addressing workplace bullying, mobbing and harassment, without regard to protected class status","description":"For legislation to address workplace bullying, mobbing and harassment without regard to protected class status,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2448).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114186,"bill_number":"S2457","title":"Relative to school bus driver licensing","description":"For legislation relative to school bus driver licensing,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2457).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2457/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2457","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114189,"bill_number":"S2447","title":"Protecting employees who receive wages by payroll debit cards","description":"For legislation to protect employees who receive wages by payroll debit cards,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2447).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114194,"bill_number":"S2452","title":"To establish a center of excellence in community policing and behavioral health","description":"For legislation to establish a center of excellence in community policing and behavioral health,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2452).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114198,"bill_number":"S2445","title":"Relative to HIV screening and prevention","description":"For legislation relative to HIV screening and prevention,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2445).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114201,"bill_number":"S2456","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to temporary registration plates,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2456).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114205,"bill_number":"S2441","title":"Regarding breakfast after the bell","description":"For legislation relative to breakfast in the classroom; and of Aaron Vega and others relative to expanding the public school breakfast in the classroom program,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2441).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2626","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114208,"bill_number":"S2442","title":"Relative to Innovation Partnership Zones","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to student achievement,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2442).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114220,"bill_number":"H4428","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to grant 35 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 5 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malts to be drunk on the premise","description":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to grant 35 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 5 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malts to be drunk on the premise","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 268 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4428/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4428","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114228,"bill_number":"S2454","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement","description":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement (Senate, No. 2326),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2454) [This legislation will have an estimated fiscal impact to the Commonwealth of $800,000 in fiscal year 2019].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2509","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114233,"bill_number":"H4430","title":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough 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":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 362 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4430/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114241,"bill_number":"H4427","title":"To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists","description":"To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4427/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4427","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114246,"bill_number":"H4431","title":"Authorizing the town of Holliston to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Holliston to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4431/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114253,"bill_number":"H4433","title":"Establishing the Mohawk Trail Woodlands partnership","description":"Establishing the Mohawk Trail Woodlands partnership","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4433/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114264,"bill_number":"S2455","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"See H4241","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114271,"bill_number":"H4416","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4416/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4416","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114279,"bill_number":"H4429","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 361 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4429/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4429","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114285,"bill_number":"H4432","title":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth.","description":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4501","last_action_date":"2018-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4432/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4432","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114294,"bill_number":"H4434","title":"Requiring reserve electric power at wastewater treatment facilities","description":"Requiring reserve electric power at wastewater treatment facilities","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4434/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114301,"bill_number":"H4418","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4418/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4418","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114305,"bill_number":"H4417","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":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 403 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4417/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4417","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114395,"bill_number":"S2473","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. 2473).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114412,"bill_number":"S2479","title":"Regarding snow and ice removal, and repair of private ways in the town of Clinton","description":"For legislation to regard snow and ice removal, and repair of private ways in the town of Clinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114432,"bill_number":"S2478","title":"Regarding transfer of retained earnings surplus in the town of Clinton","description":"For legislation to regard transfer of retained earnings surplus in the town of Clinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 164 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114452,"bill_number":"S2474","title":"Further regulating temporary inventory adjustments of malt beverages","description":"For legislation to further regulate temporary inventory adjustments of malt beverages,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2474).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114496,"bill_number":"S2451","title":"Resolve relative to mental health peer specialists certification","description":"For legislation relative to mental health peer specialists certification,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2451).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114497,"bill_number":"S2471","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to advance and expand access to telemedicine services,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2471).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114498,"bill_number":"S2462","title":"Improving municipal water infrastructure","description":"For legislation to improve municipal water infrastructure,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2462).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114499,"bill_number":"S2467","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism and other developmental disabilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2467).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114500,"bill_number":"S2449","title":"Establishing a Commonwealth citizen service initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Service Alliance,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2449).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114502,"bill_number":"S2459","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer breweries and distilleries","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2459).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2627","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114504,"bill_number":"S2465","title":"Resolve creating a commission on remediating lead in drinking water of schools and early childhood centers","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs; and of Lori A. Ehrlich, Joan B. Lovely and others relative to drinking water at schools and early childhood programs,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2465).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2595","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114505,"bill_number":"S2464","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislation relative to outdoor heritage,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2464).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114509,"bill_number":"S2469","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on tuition and fee-free and debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to exempt residents of the Commonwealth from payment of tuition or mandatory curriculum fees at community colleges; of Paul W. Mark and others for the adoption of resolutions by the General Court relative to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities; and of John C. Velis for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study student load debt,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2469).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2469/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114511,"bill_number":"H4443","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages in the town of Otis","description":"That the town of Otis be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4622","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4443/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4443","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114512,"bill_number":"H4435","title":"Designating the Houghs Neck Maritime Center in the city of Quincy in honor of Francis X. McCauley","description":"Designating the Houghs Neck Maritime Center in the city of Quincy in honor of Francis X. McCauley","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4435/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114513,"bill_number":"S2470","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish an innovative communities program within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2470).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114516,"bill_number":"H4444","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to the title of the director of information technology in the town of Westborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 261 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4444/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4444","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114517,"bill_number":"S2450","title":"To modernize the Commonwealth’s administration of unemployment insurance","description":"Relative to the modernization of the Commonwealth's administration of unemployment insurance,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2450).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2554","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114518,"bill_number":"S2461","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislationfor legislation to require the supervision of animals at day care services; and of James M. Cantwell , Hannah Kane and others relative to rules and regulations governing boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2461).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114520,"bill_number":"S2460","title":"Resolve to protect pollinator habitat","description":"For legislation to protect pollinator habitat; of Keiko M. Orrall and others for the establishment of a special task force (including members of the General Court) to promote pollinator forage; and of Mary S. Keefe and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of opportunities for improving pollinator health,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2460).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2460/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2460","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114524,"bill_number":"S2468","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding higher education opportunities","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to strengthen and expand higher education opportunities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2468).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114525,"bill_number":"S2463","title":"Expanding the powers of the director of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to authorize bow and arrow hunting on Sundays,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2463).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114526,"bill_number":"H4442","title":"Authorizing the city of Marlborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Relative to authorizing the city of Marlborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4621","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4442/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4442","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114527,"bill_number":"S2482","title":"Further regulating the value of the assets held by the Bacon Free Library in the South Natick section of the Town of Natick","description":"For legislation further regulating the value of the assets held by the Bacon Free Library in the South Natick section of the Town of Natick. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114529,"bill_number":"S2476","title":"Relative to stun guns","description":"For legislation relative to stun guns,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2476).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114532,"bill_number":"S2472","title":"Relative to the licensure of appraisers","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of appraisers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2472).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-02-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-02-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2472","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114533,"bill_number":"S2475","title":"Relative to the collection of data on police use of force","description":"For legislation relative to the collection of data on police use of force,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2475).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114534,"bill_number":"S2477","title":"Creating a pilot program to limit driving under the influence of alcohol","description":"For legislation to create a pilot program to limit driving under the influence of alcohol,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2477).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114535,"bill_number":"H4437","title":"Relative to a senior exemption for the town of Harwich","description":"Relative to a senior exemption for the town of Harwich","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 417 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4437/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114541,"bill_number":"S2481","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"See H4382","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114569,"bill_number":"S2466","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the learning contract","description":"For legislation for reimbursement for costs of the ‘Learning Contract’,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2466).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114599,"bill_number":"H4436","title":"Relative to the public safety on urban college campuses","description":"Relative to the public safety on urban college campuses","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-04-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4436/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4436","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1114753,"bill_number":"H4445","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-24","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4445/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4445","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115016,"bill_number":"H4448","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daisy F. Bolden, an employee of the Teachers’ Retirement Board","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4409). April 25, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 240 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4448/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4448","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115044,"bill_number":"H4447","title":"Increasing the annual compensation of the Peabody Municipal Light Plant commissioners","description":"That the city of Peabody be authorized to increase the annual compensation for the commissioners of the Peabody Municipal Light Plant. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4447/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4447","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115141,"bill_number":"H4446","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-04-25","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4446/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4446","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115274,"bill_number":"H4450","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Donahue, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paula Donahue, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4450/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115284,"bill_number":"H4451","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Audrey Art, an employee of the department of children and families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Audrey Art, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4451/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115303,"bill_number":"H4452","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Walsh, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul Walsh, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 264 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4452/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4452","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115321,"bill_number":"H4449","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges (House, No. 4367), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4449).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-04-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4449/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115451,"bill_number":"S2483","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transportation matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to street rods and custom vehicles, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2483).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115453,"bill_number":"S2487","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Higher Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to higher education issues","description":"For 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 limiting the cost of public higher education, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2487).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2487/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115457,"bill_number":"S2489","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to environmental and agricultural issues","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 waste removal plans for transfer stations, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2489).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115460,"bill_number":"S2484","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to transportation issues","description":"For 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 an arts license plate, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2484).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115463,"bill_number":"S2490","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to labor and workforce development","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 legislation relative to compliance with the fair minimum wage, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2490).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S1014","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115467,"bill_number":"S2491","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service 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 legislation to provide fair and equitable line of duty death benefits for public employees, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2491).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115470,"bill_number":"S2485","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to internet matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to internet service providers, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2485).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2485/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115472,"bill_number":"S2488","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Marijuana Policy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to marijuana policy issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to municipal control over recreational marijuana, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2488).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115475,"bill_number":"S2486","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to economic development 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 legislation to include the town of Avon in the Brockton Economic Target Area, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2486).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115600,"bill_number":"S2493","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"See H4382","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115607,"bill_number":"S2505","title":"Relative to the requirement to disclose mental health issues to the registrar","description":"For legislation relative to the requirement to disclose mental health issues to the registrar. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115615,"bill_number":"S2492","title":"Removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports","description":"Removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-04-26","last_action":"See H4241","last_action_date":"2018-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115624,"bill_number":"H4458","title":"Relative to Water Meter Ordinance Violations – Penalties And Liens in the City of Revere","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to establish penalties and liens for certain water meter ordinance violations. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 243 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4458/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115630,"bill_number":"S2504","title":"Relative to the photocopying, scanning or retaining of identification by private establishments","description":"For legislation relative to the photocopying, scanning or retaining of identification by private establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","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":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115637,"bill_number":"S2498","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters before the committee","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 legislation to require notification of hazardous utility work to local and regional emergency departments, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2498).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115639,"bill_number":"H4438","title":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","description":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4599","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4438/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4438","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115643,"bill_number":"S2503","title":"Relative to increasing the renewable portfolio standard","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to enhancing RPS standards,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2503).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115649,"bill_number":"S2496","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to financial services issues","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 legislation to increase medical awareness and insurance coverage of non-ionizing radiation injury and reliance upon credible independent medical research, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2496).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115654,"bill_number":"S2502","title":"To promote family stability","description":"For legislation to create an updated Parental Surrogacy Act,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2502).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115658,"bill_number":"H4459","title":"Authorizing the Town of Danvers to grant 10 additional licenses for the sale of all 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. 3982). April 30, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 285 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4459/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4459","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115665,"bill_number":"S2499","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2499).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115670,"bill_number":"S2501","title":"Relative to safe driving and open containers","description":"For legislation relative to safe driving and open containers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2501).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115676,"bill_number":"S2500","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act; of the Commission on Uniform State Laws as relates to the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act; and (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James M. Cantwell relative to the child custody jurisdiction and enforcement,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2500).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2618","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115682,"bill_number":"H4439","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Southborough","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Southborough","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4839","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4439/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1115685,"bill_number":"S2497","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to 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 legislation relative to the accessibility and affordability of trade school education, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2497).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-30","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S1507","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116136,"bill_number":"S2507","title":"Authorizing the town of Sturbridge to issue one additional license for the sale of all-alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 122 Main Street","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Sturbridge to issue one additional license for the sale of all-alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 122 Main Street. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 246 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116161,"bill_number":"S2510","title":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg (pursuant to Senate Order – Senate, No. 2228)","description":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg (pursuant to Senate Order – Senate, No. 2228)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-02","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2510","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1116243,"bill_number":"H4462","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Montague 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":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4462/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116255,"bill_number":"H4454","title":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","description":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4454/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4454","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116274,"bill_number":"H4456","title":"Establishing a special commission on adult guardianship and conservatorship practices","description":"Establishing a special commission on adult guardianship and conservatorship practices","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4456/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4456","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116288,"bill_number":"H4464","title":"Providing a charter for the city of Melrose","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4102). May 3, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 286 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4464/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4464","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116303,"bill_number":"H4461","title":"Relative to kosher food signage","description":"Relative to kosher food signage","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4461/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116314,"bill_number":"H4455","title":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","description":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4455/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4455","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116325,"bill_number":"H4463","title":"Relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles","description":"Relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4463/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4463","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116336,"bill_number":"H4467","title":"Relative to newborn infant products","description":"Relative to products used on newborn infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4794","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4467/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4467","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116339,"bill_number":"H4468","title":"Establishing a federal transit funding maximization fund","description":"Relative to the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority and the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4564","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4468/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4468","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116345,"bill_number":"H4465","title":"Relative to the online advertising of pet care services","description":"Relative to the online advertising of pet care services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4795","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4465/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4465","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116356,"bill_number":"S2511","title":"RESOLUTIONS COMMITTING TO A SAFE, SECURE AND RESPECTFUL WORKPLACE","description":"Relative to committing to a safe, secure and respectful workplace","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116358,"bill_number":"H4466","title":"Relative to best practices for sober homes","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Diana DiZoglio and others that the Department of Public Health be authorized to establish a task force to investigate best practices for alcohol and drug free housing. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4586","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4466/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4466","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116499,"bill_number":"H4473","title":"Authorizing the Minuteman regional vocational technical school district to lease certain land and buildings","description":"For legislation to authorize the Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical School District to lease certain land and buildings. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4503","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4473/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4473","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116509,"bill_number":"H4472","title":"Prohibiting police officers from engaging in sexual relations while on duty","description":"For legislation to prohibit police officers from engaging in sexual relations while on duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4701","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4472/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4472","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1116532,"bill_number":"H4474","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maria Benitez, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maria Benitez, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4474/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4474","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116543,"bill_number":"H4471","title":"Order for special procedures to H. 4109","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. May 7, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4471/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4471","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116554,"bill_number":"H4475","title":"Relative to the veteran status of certain reservists","description":"Relative to the veteran status of certain reservists. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-01-02","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4475/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4475","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116565,"bill_number":"S2512","title":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to release a certain conservation easement","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Northampton to release a certain conservation easement. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 172 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116581,"bill_number":"S2513","title":"Relative to elder protection","description":"For legislation relative to elder protection. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2513","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116585,"bill_number":"H4476","title":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Carlisle","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3699). May 7, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4476/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116589,"bill_number":"S2506","title":"Modernizing the foundation budget for the 21st century","description":"SENATE, Thursday, May 3, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill modernizing the foundation budget for the 21st century (Senate, No. 2325),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2506).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2525","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116596,"bill_number":"H4477","title":"Authorizing the grant of easements relative to the Obery Street Roadway Improvement Project to the Town of Plymouth","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to grant easements relative to the Obery Street roadway improvement project in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4813","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4477/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116601,"bill_number":"H4441","title":"To ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information","description":"To ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4812","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4441/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4441","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116608,"bill_number":"H4401","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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 2019 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":"2018-05-25","last_action":"Accompanied H4800","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4401/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116615,"bill_number":"H4440","title":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell.","description":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4838","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4440/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116621,"bill_number":"H4470","title":"For Prevention and Access to Appropriate Care and Treatment of Addiction","description":"For Prevention and Access to Appropriate Care and Treatment of Addiction","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4725","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4470/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4470","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116626,"bill_number":"H4478","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of Springfield","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to use retired police officers of said city as special police officers for the purpose of performing certain police duties. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4478/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4478","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116720,"bill_number":"H4479","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":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4486","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4479/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4479","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116883,"bill_number":"S2514","title":"Allowing Everett City Council to set the salary for the Clerk of the City Council","description":"For legislation to allow Everett City Council to set the salary for the Clerk of the City Council. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 308 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2514/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2514","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116901,"bill_number":"S2516","title":"Amending the charter of the City of Everett","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the City of Everett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 314 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116918,"bill_number":"S2509","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement","description":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement (being the text of Senate document number 2454, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-05-03","last_action":"Accompanied S2632","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1116938,"bill_number":"S2515","title":"Adding a fifth member to the Board of Elections Commission in the City of Everett","description":"For legislation to add a fifth member to the Board of Elections Commission in the City of Everett. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2658","last_action_date":"2018-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2515/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2515","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117046,"bill_number":"H4484","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Barbara Harrington, an employee of the Department of State Police","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Barbara Harrington, an employee of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4484/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4484","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117057,"bill_number":"H4483","title":"Relative to the city of Greenfield charter","description":"Relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Greenfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a new draft, see H4936","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4483/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117067,"bill_number":"H4482","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Amherst to hold a special election on November 6, 2018","description":"That the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to hold a special election on November 6, 2018. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4482/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4482","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117082,"bill_number":"S2518","title":"Extending a bill relative to honoring Rosa Parks","description":"Relativerelative to honoring Rosa Parks.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117121,"bill_number":"H4217","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4217/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4217","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1117359,"bill_number":"S2517","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health issues","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to timely care and saving lives, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2517).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117397,"bill_number":"S2522","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Fuccione, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Fuccione, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2522","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117451,"bill_number":"H4486","title":"Protecting youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"House, No. 4479, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. May 9, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4486/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117475,"bill_number":"S2519","title":"Observing United States Navy Birthday Day","description":"Observing United States Navy Birthday Day","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117495,"bill_number":"H4219","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"Relative to workplace safety","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4811","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4219/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4219","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117517,"bill_number":"S4","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-09","last_action":"See H4401","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S4/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S4","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117537,"bill_number":"H4481","title":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of certain Senate and House documents concerning state administration and regulatory oversight issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4481/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4481","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117554,"bill_number":"H4488","title":"Authorizing the city of Beverly to employ Paul Cotter as Fire Chief beyond the statutory requirement age","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to employ Paul Cotter as fire chief, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 251 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4488/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117560,"bill_number":"H4489","title":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2018-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4489/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117831,"bill_number":"S2525","title":"Modernizing the foundation budget for the 21st century","description":"Modernizing the foundation budget for the 21st century","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-05-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2525/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2525","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117909,"bill_number":"H4498","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Rachel Porter","description":"For legislation to authorize the Teachers' Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Rachel Porter. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4789","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4498/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117912,"bill_number":"S2520","title":"Strengthening protection of children in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to strengthen protection of children in the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2520).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-05-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117914,"bill_number":"S2523","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"For legislation to increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2523).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117918,"bill_number":"H4499","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"Relative to gender identity on certain state identification. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-06","last_action":"Accompanied S2377","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4499/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117920,"bill_number":"S2521","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to foster care","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts foster care review office, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2521).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117922,"bill_number":"H4497","title":"Relative to notification","description":"Relative to the commitment of certain individuals for alcohol or substance use disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-04-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4586","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4497/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117924,"bill_number":"S2524","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to auto repairer labor rates","description":"For legislation to reform labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2524).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117934,"bill_number":"H4490","title":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","description":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4490/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117936,"bill_number":"H4493","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4493/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4493","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1117941,"bill_number":"H4492","title":"Foster Parents Bill of Rights","description":"Foster Parents Bill of Rights","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4492/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117945,"bill_number":"H4500","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4752","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4500/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117948,"bill_number":"H4491","title":"Relative to mandated reporter reform","description":"Relative to mandated reporter reform","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4491/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117951,"bill_number":"H4496","title":"Order for House Bill No. 4432","description":"Order for House Bill No. 4432","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4496/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4496","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1117956,"bill_number":"H4218","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4218/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117959,"bill_number":"H4495","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the feasibility of a senior center building authority","description":"Establishing a special commission to study the feasibility of a senior center building authority","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4495/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1117962,"bill_number":"H4494","title":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","description":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"Emergency preamble adopted","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4494/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4494","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1118417,"bill_number":"H4501","title":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4501/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118690,"bill_number":"S2526","title":"Report of the Special Senate Committee to Review the Sexual Harassment Policies and Procedures (pursuant to Senate Order, No. 2262) submitting its recommendations","description":"Report of the Special Senate Committee to Review the Sexual Harassment Policies and Procedures (pursuant to Senate Order, No. 2262) submitting its recommendations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118740,"bill_number":"H4506","title":"Authorizing the county of Dukes County to borrow funds to pay costs of wastewater treatment facility improvements at the Martha’s Vineyard Airport","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan Fernandes that the county commissioners of the county of Dukes County be authorized to raise and expend funds for certain costs of designing and constructing improvements to the Martha’s Vineyard Airport’s wastewater treatment facility. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 300 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4506/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118748,"bill_number":"H4504","title":"Granting certain retirement benefits to fire fighter Scott Holt","description":"That the town of Littleton be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance payable to Scott Holt, a retired fire fighter of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4676","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4504/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118758,"bill_number":"H4507","title":"Relative to the Civilian Marksmanship Program","description":"Relative to firearms furnished through the civilian marksmanship program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-02-01","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4507/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118767,"bill_number":"H4509","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sandra Elizabeth Smith, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sandra Elizabeth Smith, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4509/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4509","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118776,"bill_number":"H4503","title":"Authorizing the Minuteman regional vocational technical school district to lease certain land and buildings.","description":"Authorizing the Minuteman regional vocational technical school district to lease certain land and buildings.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4503/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118787,"bill_number":"H4508","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David Palazzo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Palazzo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 241 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4508/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4508","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118797,"bill_number":"H4510","title":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Chelmsford","description":"By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and others that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to transfer certain parcels of land in the town of Chelmsford. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-05-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4814","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4510/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118804,"bill_number":"S2528","title":"Report of the Special Senate Sub-committee to the Joint Committee on Education (pursuant to an order adopted by the Senate) submitting its report entitled: Rethinking School Accountability, Opportunities for Massachusetts Under the Every Student Succeeds Act","description":"Report of the Special Senate Sub-committee to the Joint Committee on Education (pursuant to an order adopted by the Senate) submitting its report entitled: Rethinking School Accountability, Opportunities for Massachusetts Under the Every Student Succeeds Act","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118816,"bill_number":"H4505","title":"Authorizing Commercial Wharf East Condominium Association under the Tidelands Public Trust Doctrine and preventing residents from being forced to leave","description":"Relative to the uses of the land owned by the Commercial Wharf East Condominium and its condominium unit owners in the city of Boston under the tidelands law. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-01-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4505/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118820,"bill_number":"H4511","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Grafton","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 (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land at the former Grafton State Hospital to the town of Grafton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4636","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4511/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1118837,"bill_number":"H4502","title":"Transport Study Order - 5 Feb. 2018 - House","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning transportation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4502/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119184,"bill_number":"H4519","title":"Order for Bill No. 2509, “An Act relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement”","description":"Order for Bill No. 2509, “An Act relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4519/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119187,"bill_number":"H4520","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4520/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4520","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119196,"bill_number":"S2527","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to student nutrition","description":"For legislation to promote student nutrition, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2527).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119203,"bill_number":"H4523","title":"Amending the provisions of Chapter 145 of the Acts of 1937","description":"Relative to the terms of water commissioners in the Buzzards Bay Water District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 222 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4523/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4523","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119207,"bill_number":"H4516","title":"Relative to the municipal police training fund","description":"Relative to the municipal police training fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 153 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4516/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4516","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119216,"bill_number":"H4512","title":"Increasing access to and completion of public higher education in the state","description":"Relativerelative to increasing access to and completion of public higher education in the state","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4512/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4512","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119222,"bill_number":"H4524","title":"Directing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul Tucker that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Salem to the Salem Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4635","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4524/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4524","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119228,"bill_number":"H4518","title":"Order for H4517","description":"Order for H4517","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4518/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4518","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119233,"bill_number":"H4517","title":"Relative to firearms","description":"Relative to firearms","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4539","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4517/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119242,"bill_number":"H4522","title":"Relative to the prevailing wage for affordable housing in the town of Wayland","description":"Relative to prevailing wages for certain affordable housing projects in the town of Wayland. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/18/2018 from 11:00 AM-02:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Labor and Workforce Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4522/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4522","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1119308,"bill_number":"H4513","title":"Fisheries","description":"Relativerelative to fisheries","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4513/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4513","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1119616,"bill_number":"H4527","title":"Energy and climate change","description":"Relativerelative to energy and climate change","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4527/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4527","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119622,"bill_number":"H4531","title":"Trapping","description":"Relativerelative to trapping","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4531/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119628,"bill_number":"H4532","title":"Funds","description":"Relativerelative to funds","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119638,"bill_number":"H4526","title":"Waste Management","description":"Relativerelative to waste management","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4526/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119647,"bill_number":"H4535","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Brian Patrick Carroll, a firefighter for the city of Worcester","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Brian Patrick Carroll, a firefighter for the city of Worcester. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4663","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119654,"bill_number":"H4521","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to reject the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement","description":"Relativerelative to export development issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4521/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4521","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119665,"bill_number":"H4533","title":"Removal of elected financial officials for the town of Sherborn","description":"Relative to the removal of elected financial officials in the town of Sherborn. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4966","last_action_date":"2018-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119676,"bill_number":"H4529","title":"Toxic management","description":"Relativerelative to toxic management","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4529/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119683,"bill_number":"H4534","title":"Authorizing the City of Worcester to lease a certain building","description":"That the city of Worcester be authorized to lease a certain building. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 430 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119692,"bill_number":"H4530","title":"Agriculture and Animals","description":"Relativerelative to agriculture and animals","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119759,"bill_number":"H4536","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents (House, No. 4134), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4536).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4536","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119813,"bill_number":"H4528","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the commonwealth.","description":"Relativerelative to the financing and delivery of health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4528/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4528","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1119931,"bill_number":"H4538","title":"COMMUNICATION from the SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT of the COMMONWEALTH in regards to THE HONORABLE THOMAS ESTES","description":"COMMUNICATION from the SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT of the COMMONWEALTH in regards to THE HONORABLE THOMAS ESTES","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4538/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4538","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120205,"bill_number":"H4539","title":"Relative to firearms","description":"House bill No. 4517, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. May 23, 2018. (Corrected line numbers)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Reported by H4670","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120228,"bill_number":"H4540","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement","description":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement (Senate, No. 2509, as changed by the Committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended by the House.). May 23, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"H4525, published as amended","last_action_date":"2018-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4540/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4540","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120248,"bill_number":"H4542","title":"Relative to local public housing authorities","description":"Relative to the use of community preservation funding by local public housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120287,"bill_number":"H4543","title":"Resolve reviving and further continuing the special commission established to investigate and report on the preservation of Polish culture and history in the Pioneer Valley","description":"Relative to reviving and further continuing the special commission established to investigate and report on the preservation of Polish culture and history in the Pioneer Valley. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2017-12-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4922","last_action_date":"2018-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4543","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1120321,"bill_number":"H4541","title":"Relative to community based day support services","description":"By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Brian M. Ashe and others that the Department of Developmental Services be authorized to incorporate an employment program within the Community Based Day Support Services programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4794","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4541","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1120446,"bill_number":"H4548","title":"Authorizing the town of Falmouth to continue the employment of police chief Edward Dunne","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Edward Dunne. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4548/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4548","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120454,"bill_number":"S2533","title":"Directing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"For legislation to direct the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4635","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2533/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2533","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120462,"bill_number":"H4547","title":"Authorizing the town of Whately to continue the employment of John Hannum","description":"That the town of Whately be authorized to continue the employment of John Hannum as fire chief in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 305 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120495,"bill_number":"H4544","title":"Water quality and wetlands","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning water quality and wetlands","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120514,"bill_number":"S2530","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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 2019 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":"2018-05-25","last_action":"See H4401","last_action_date":"2018-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2530/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2530","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120546,"bill_number":"H4546","title":"Relative to community benefit districts","description":"Relative to community benefit districts","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-05-30","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see  Roll Call #451 (Yeas 22 to Nays 15)","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120582,"bill_number":"H4551","title":"Authorizing the town of Auburn to relocate Faith Avenue and convey remnant parcels of real property","description":"That the town of Auburn be authorized to relocate Faith Avenue and convey remnant parcels of real property in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 342 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120586,"bill_number":"S2532","title":"Creating senior tax relief in the Town of Carver","description":"For legislation to create senior tax relief in the Town of Carver. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2619","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2532/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2532","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120591,"bill_number":"S2534","title":"Report of the Senate Task Force on Strengthening Local Retail (pursuant to Senate Order, No. 2136) submitting its recommendations","description":"Report of the Senate Task Force on Strengthening Local Retail (pursuant to Senate Order, No. 2136) submitting its recommendations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2534/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2534","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120596,"bill_number":"H4552","title":"Authorizing the towns of Andover and North Reading to enter into an agreement for the supply of potable water","description":"That the town of Andover and the town of North Reading be authorized to enter into an agreement for the supply of potable water. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120600,"bill_number":"H4537","title":"Transportation","description":"Relativerelative to transportation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120605,"bill_number":"H4554","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jodi Cipriano, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jodi Cipriano, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 231 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120616,"bill_number":"H4553","title":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures","description":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4686","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120677,"bill_number":"S2535","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to financing and delivery of health care","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 legislation to establish a newborn health and safe sleep pilot program; and the Bills requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers (Senate, No. 2172); to require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services (Senate, No. 2282); and relative to psychotropic medication (Senate, No. 2284), reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2535).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S1256","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2535/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2535","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120706,"bill_number":"H4550","title":"Pollution and sewers","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning pollution and sewers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-05-31","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-05-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4550","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120902,"bill_number":"H4556","title":"Protecting the Rights of Custodial and Other Non-Teaching Employees of School Districts","description":"Protecting the Rights of Custodial and Other Non-Teaching Employees of School Districts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"See H1390","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120906,"bill_number":"H4560","title":"Authorizing the town of Andover to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Andover be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4661","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120918,"bill_number":"S2539","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James Lovett, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Lovett, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-05-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2539/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2539","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120924,"bill_number":"H4559","title":"Relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Westford","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to establish a real property exemption for certain disabled persons. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4660","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120932,"bill_number":"S2537","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to mental health reporting requirements","description":"For legislation relative to the requirement to disclose mental health issues to the registrar, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2537).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2537/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2537","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120936,"bill_number":"H4555","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"Relative to pension forfeiture","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120943,"bill_number":"H4564","title":"Establishing a federal transit funding maximization fund","description":"Establishing a federal transit funding maximization fund","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1120948,"bill_number":"H4557","title":"Mental health, substance use, and recovery","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning mental health, substance use and recovery","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4557","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1120973,"bill_number":"S2536","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service issues","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the retirement of state university and community college police officers, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2536).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2536/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2536","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1121052,"bill_number":"H4569","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Burlington as the Lance Corporal Gregory E. MacDonald Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Burlington as the Lance Corporal Gregory E. MacDonald memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 307 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121095,"bill_number":"H4568","title":"Authorizing the town of Westminster to acquire state forest land","description":"By Representatives Ferguson of Holden and Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kimberly N. Ferguson, Jonathan D. Zlotnik and Stephan Hay that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, in consultation with the Department of Conservation and Recreation, be authorized to convey to the town of Westminster a certain parcel of land located within the Leominster State Forest. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4677","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121140,"bill_number":"H4567","title":"Relative to the definition of consistent with local needs in chapter 40b","description":"Relative to the definition of consistent with local needs under the affordable housing law. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-12-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4777","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121300,"bill_number":"S2541","title":"Resolve to examine cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities","description":"SENATE, Wednesday, June 6, 2018 - The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the Senate Resolve to examine cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities (Senate, No. 349),-- reports recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2541).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S349","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2541/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2541","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1121314,"bill_number":"H4566","title":"Regulating appraisal management companies.","description":"Regulating appraisal management companies.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4566/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4566","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121322,"bill_number":"S2542","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services (Senate, No. 1199),-- reports recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2542).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S1199","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2542/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121328,"bill_number":"S2543","title":"Creating Autism teams in hospitals","description":"SENATE, Wednesday, June 6, 2018 - The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the Senate Bill creating Autism teams in hospitals (Senate, No. 1221),-- reports recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2543).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S1221","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2543/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121336,"bill_number":"H4572","title":"Providing continued investment in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Text of a further amendment (offered by Mr. Wagner of Chicopee) to the Senate amendment of the House Bill providing continued investments in the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth (House, No. 4501, amended). June 6, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4501","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121340,"bill_number":"H4573","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 162 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121358,"bill_number":"H4574","title":"Authorizing the City of Malden to continue the employment of Barbara O’Brien","description":"That the city of Malden be authorized to continue to employ and compensate Barbara O’Brien. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121363,"bill_number":"H4571","title":"Oceans and waterways","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning oceans and waterways","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4571/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121368,"bill_number":"H4570","title":"Relative to health insurance in the town of Huntington","description":"Relative to health insurance in the town of Huntington","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 446 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121459,"bill_number":"S2544","title":"Relative to child predators","description":"Relative to child predators","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2601","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2544/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2544","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121466,"bill_number":"H4575","title":"To increase renewable energy and reduce high-cost peak hours","description":"To increase renewable energy and reduce high-cost peak hours","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4738","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121468,"bill_number":"H4580","title":"Authorizing the Somerville Housing Authority to reconstruct the state funded Clarendon Hill public housing project","description":"Relative to reconstruction of the state funded Clarendon Hill Public Housing Project by the Somerville Housing Authority in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121471,"bill_number":"H4578","title":"Relative to electric vehicles expansion","description":"Relative to electric vehicles expansion","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121482,"bill_number":"H4577","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"Relative to net metering","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121487,"bill_number":"S2546","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 7, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability (Senate, No. 2327),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2546).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2574","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2546/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121495,"bill_number":"S2545","title":"To promote a clean energy future","description":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks (Senate, No. 479) (the committee on Senate Global Warming and Climate Change having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new draft entitled “An Act to promote a clean energy future” (Senate, No. 2302) (also based on Senate, Nos. 477, 478, changed and 1974 and House, No. 3994),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act to promote a clean energy future” (Senate, No. 2545).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2564","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2545/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2545","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121504,"bill_number":"H4581","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Stoneham","description":"That the town of Stoneham be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 386 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121508,"bill_number":"S2547","title":"Relative to surplus lines insurance premiums","description":"Relative to surplus lines insurance premiums (Senate, No. 2238),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2547).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2547/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2547","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121518,"bill_number":"H4582","title":"Authorizing the City of Somerville to impose a real estate transfer fee","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee on certain real estate transactions in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4662","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121525,"bill_number":"H4576","title":"To improve grid resiliency through energy storage","description":"To improve grid resiliency through energy storage","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4739","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121534,"bill_number":"H4583","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert F. Dunphy Jr., an employee of the Executive Office of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert F. Dunphy, Jr., an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121538,"bill_number":"H4579","title":"Land and local matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning land and local matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121722,"bill_number":"S2549","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"See H4539","last_action_date":"2018-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2549/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2549","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121723,"bill_number":"H4598","title":"Authorizing the City of Cambridge to use certain land used for open recreational purposes for traffic reconfiguration","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to use certain recreational land for traffic reconfiguration purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4634","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121730,"bill_number":"H4590","title":"Miscellaneous legislative matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning miscellaneous legislative matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4590/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4590","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121732,"bill_number":"H4563","title":"CDSB House Bills for Study","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning community development and small businesses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4563","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121735,"bill_number":"H4589","title":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain Senate document and House document concerning state administration and regulatory oversight issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121738,"bill_number":"H4585","title":"Marijuana policy","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Marijuana Policy to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning marijuana policy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4585/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4585","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121741,"bill_number":"H4591","title":"House Veterans","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning veterans matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4591/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4591","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121743,"bill_number":"H4562","title":"CDSB House Bill For Study","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning retail sales","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4562/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4562","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121746,"bill_number":"H4584","title":"Economic development study matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of certain a certain Senate document and House documents concerning economic development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121748,"bill_number":"S2550","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Pamela Lopez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Pamela Lopez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 262 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2550/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2550","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1121756,"bill_number":"H4597","title":"Transport Study Order - 7 Feb. 2018 - House - #1","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning transportation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121759,"bill_number":"H4586","title":"Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning mental health, substance use and recovery issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121762,"bill_number":"H4593","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Improving medical decision making","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1121764,"bill_number":"H4587","title":"Public safety","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning public safety issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4587","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122189,"bill_number":"H4609","title":"Relative to excise tax revenue for the Chatham other post-employment benefits liability trust fund","description":"That the town of Chatham be authorized to establish an additional excise tax on real property in said town to fund the other post-employment benefits liability trust fund of said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4781","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4609/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4609","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122190,"bill_number":"H4605","title":"Establishing the Honorable Peter V. Kocot Act to enhance access to high quality, affordable and transparent healthcare in the Commonwealth","description":"Establishing the Honorable Peter V. Kocot Act to enhance access to high quality, affordable and transparent healthcare in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4617","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4605","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122204,"bill_number":"H4604","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122205,"bill_number":"H4607","title":"Establishing a town manager form of government for the town of Pembroke","description":"That the town of Pembroke be authorized to establish a town manager form of government. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 334 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122209,"bill_number":"H4608","title":"Directing the City of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Hugh Trong Ngo","description":"That the city of Boston Police Department be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Hugh Trong Ngo. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 230 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122210,"bill_number":"H4603","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122245,"bill_number":"H4606","title":"Order for H4605","description":"Order for H4605","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122275,"bill_number":"H4594","title":"To Enhance the Background Record Check Procedures of the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"To Enhance the Background Record Check Procedures of the Department of Early Education and Care","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-06-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4815","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122343,"bill_number":"S2559","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to modify and relocate an easement in the town of West Boylston","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to modify and relocate an easement in the town of West Boylston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 214 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2559/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122355,"bill_number":"S2560","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Fontaine, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Fontaine, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2560/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122362,"bill_number":"H4614","title":"Authorizing the Town of Norwood to grant up to five additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the Town of Norwood to grant up to five additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122367,"bill_number":"H4611","title":"Relative to liability for medical assistance paid","description":"Relative to liability for medical assistance paid","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4787","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4611","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122369,"bill_number":"H4619","title":"Relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of Brewster","description":"Relative to the affordable housing trust fund of the town of Brewster. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 375 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122374,"bill_number":"S2551","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to financing and delivery of elder care services","description":"Relativerelative to affordable assisted living facilities (Senate, No. 363), reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2551).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2551/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2551","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122377,"bill_number":"H4612","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws.","description":"Modernizing the credit union laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4612","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122382,"bill_number":"H4610","title":"Higher education","description":"Higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4610/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122388,"bill_number":"H4620","title":"To establish an appointed highway superintendent in the town of Groveland","description":"That the town of Groveland be authorized to establish an appointed highway superintendent in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 271 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122392,"bill_number":"H4616","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Keri Volk, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Keri Volk, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 304 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122398,"bill_number":"H4615","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Somerville to the Somerville Housing Authority","description":"By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain land in the city of Somerville to the Somerville Housing Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4802","last_action_date":"2018-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122401,"bill_number":"S2556","title":"Modernizing the Credit Union Laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the Credit Union Laws,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2556).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2556/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122406,"bill_number":"S2557","title":"Authorizing the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences","description":"For legislation to authorize the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2557).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2557/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2557","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122409,"bill_number":"S2552","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to consumer protection issues","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 legislation relative to donations for municipal events, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2552).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2552/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2552","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122418,"bill_number":"H4617","title":"Establishing the Honorable Peter V. Kocot Act to enhance access to high quality, affordable and transparent healthcare in the Commonwealth","description":"Establishing the Honorable Peter V. Kocot Act to enhance access to high quality, affordable and transparent healthcare in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-19","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4639","last_action_date":"2018-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122423,"bill_number":"H4618","title":"Relative to polling places in the city of Attleboro","description":"Relative to polling places in the city of Attleboro. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122511,"bill_number":"S2554","title":"To modernize the Commonwealth’s administration of unemployment insurance","description":"To modernize the Commonwealth’s administration of unemployment insurance","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2554/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2554","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122520,"bill_number":"S2553","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2575","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2553/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2553","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122534,"bill_number":"S2555","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":"2018-06-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2555/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2555","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122656,"bill_number":"S2563","title":"Relative to marijuana-related revenue in the town of Millbury","description":"For legislation relative to marijuana-related revenue in the town of Millbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-08-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-09-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2563/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2563","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122664,"bill_number":"S2561","title":"Providing for concurrent jurisdiction at certain Massachusetts Port Authority properties","description":"For legislation to provide for concurrent jurisdiction at certain Massachusetts Port Authority properties. Export Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-18","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Export Development","last_action_date":"2018-06-18","committee":"Export Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2561/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2561","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1122824,"bill_number":"H4637","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Foxborough for fire department use","description":"By Representative Barrows of Mansfield and Senator Feeney, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of F. Jay Barrows and Paul R. Feeney (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Foxborough for use by the fire department of said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4769","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4637/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4637","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122843,"bill_number":"H4635","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 156 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4635/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4635","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122907,"bill_number":"S2564","title":"To promote a clean energy future","description":"To promote a clean energy future","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-14","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see Roll Call #425 [YEAS 35 to NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2018-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2564/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2564","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122916,"bill_number":"H4640","title":"Relative to minimum wage, paid family medical leave and the sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to minimum wage, paid family medical leave and the sales tax holiday","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4640/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4640","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122922,"bill_number":"H4643","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to exempt all municipal seasonal beach facilities from the applicable provisions of the state plumbing code","description":"That the town of Orleans be exempt from certain provisions of the state plumbing code at all municipal seasonal beach facilities in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4643/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122923,"bill_number":"H4647","title":"Providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter","description":"For legislation to promote adoption of certain dogs or cats from animal shelters by establishing tax credits for certain costs associated with said adoptions and by the creation of a motor vehicle registration plate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4647","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122927,"bill_number":"H4645","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to establish an affordable housing trust fund","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to establish an affordable housing trust fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 318 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4645/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122928,"bill_number":"H4642","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4768","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4642/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122934,"bill_number":"H4636","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Grafton.","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Grafton.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 223 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4636/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4636","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122939,"bill_number":"H4644","title":"Repealing the act establishing the Nantucket Mosquito Control Project","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to repeal the act establishing the Nantucket Mosquito Control Project. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 343 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4644/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4644","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122940,"bill_number":"H4634","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for open recreational purposes for traffic reconfiguration","description":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to use certain land used for open recreational purposes for traffic reconfiguration","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1122945,"bill_number":"H4646","title":"Authorizing James J. Malloy to purchase creditable service from the Worcester regional retirement board","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 James J. Malloy be authorized to buy back creditable service time from the Worcester Regional Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4798","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4646/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4646","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123035,"bill_number":"H4641","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4641/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4641","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123041,"bill_number":"S2572","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Norma Jean Silva, an employee of the trial court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Norma Jean Silva, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2572/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123045,"bill_number":"H4650","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2019 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Relative to making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2019 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4650/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123051,"bill_number":"H4649","title":"Transport Study Order - 7 Feb. 2018 - House - #2","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Transportation to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning transportation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4649/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4649","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123057,"bill_number":"H4652","title":"To remove auditor position from city charter to instead create position under city ordinance, remove residency requirement, and to set term limits","description":"Relative to the position of auditor in the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4652/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4652","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123067,"bill_number":"S2569","title":"Promoting construction zone safety","description":"Promoting construction zone safety","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2569/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123070,"bill_number":"S2570","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"To reduce traffic fatalities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2584","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2570/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123076,"bill_number":"S2568","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 21, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to provide identification to homeless youth and families (Senate, No. 1906),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2568).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2568/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2568","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1123169,"bill_number":"S2567","title":"Resolve relative to sexual assault counselor task force","description":"Relative to sexual assault counselor task force (Senate, No. 1241),-- reports, that the matter be placed on the orders of the Day for the next session, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2567)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2567/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2567","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123200,"bill_number":"H4653","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carol Poladian, an employee of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carol Poladian, an employee of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 429 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4653/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4653","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123353,"bill_number":"H4656","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5024","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4656/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4656","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123355,"bill_number":"H4639","title":"Establishing the Honorable Peter V. Kocot Act to enhance access to high quality, affordable and transparent healthcare in the Commonwealth","description":"House bill No. 4617, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 19, 2018.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Welch-Lewis-Tarr), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2018-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4639/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4639","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123358,"bill_number":"S2574","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2574/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2574","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123361,"bill_number":"H4654","title":"Public service","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public service","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4654/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4654","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123364,"bill_number":"H4657","title":"Providing for the recall of elected officials in the town of Hanson","description":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Hanson. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-11-19","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4657/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4657","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123367,"bill_number":"H4658","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of the Town Manager in the town of Hanover","description":"Relative to the authority and duties of the town manager in the town of Hanover. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 344 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4658","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123370,"bill_number":"H4651","title":"House matters before the committee","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning telecommunications, utilities and energy","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4651/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123373,"bill_number":"S2575","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking (being the text of Senate document number 2553, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2575/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2575","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123376,"bill_number":"H4655","title":"Relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety","description":"Relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2018-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4655","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123436,"bill_number":"S2577","title":"Supporting community access television","description":"SENATE, Monday, June 25, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill supporting community access television (Senate, No. 1857),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2577).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2577/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123455,"bill_number":"S2573","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"See H4639","last_action_date":"2018-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2573/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123472,"bill_number":"S2576","title":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden","description":"SENATE, Monday, June 25, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill providing for the abandonment of a certain water line easement in Revere and Malden (Senate, No. 1676) (the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2240,-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2576).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 186 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2576/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123595,"bill_number":"H4666","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":"2018-06-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123596,"bill_number":"H4664","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-06-27","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2018-08-02","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123598,"bill_number":"H4669","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 163 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123600,"bill_number":"H4665","title":"Ensuring high quality early education","description":"Ensuring high quality early education","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-06-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123602,"bill_number":"H4667","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-27","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4671","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4667","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1123617,"bill_number":"H4661","title":"Authorizing the Town of Andover to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the Town of Andover to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 258 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4661/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4661","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123618,"bill_number":"H4663","title":"Authorizing the City of Worcester to provide certain retirement and medical benefits to firefighter Brian Patrick Carroll","description":"Authorizing the City of Worcester to provide certain retirement and medical benefits to firefighter Brian Patrick Carroll","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 377 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123620,"bill_number":"H4662","title":"Authorizing the City of Somerville to impose a real estate transfer fee","description":"Authorizing the City of Somerville to impose a real estate transfer fee","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4662","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1123624,"bill_number":"H4648","title":"Consumer Protection","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning consumer protection matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-06-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4648/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4648","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123625,"bill_number":"H4660","title":"Relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the Town of Westford","description":"Relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the Town of Westford","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 292 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4660/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4660","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123698,"bill_number":"S2579","title":"Exempting all positions in the police department of the town of Williamstown from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt all positions in the police department of the town of Williamstown from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 250 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2579/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2579","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123715,"bill_number":"H4671","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"House bill No. 4667, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 27, 2018.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Reported by H4834","last_action_date":"2018-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123787,"bill_number":"S2582","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance and the town of Hingham to grant certain easements upon certain land located in the town of Hingham","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance and the town of Hingham to grant certain easements upon certain land located in the town of Hingham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 215 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2582/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2582","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123788,"bill_number":"H4674","title":"Releasing certain land in Northfield from the operation of an agricultural covenant","description":"Relative to releasing certain land in the town of Northfield from the operation of an agricultural covenant. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4757","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123789,"bill_number":"S2580","title":"Findings and Recommendations in Response to the Acquisition of Mount Ida College by the University of Massachusetts Amherst","description":"Findings and Recommendations in Response to the Acquisition of Mount Ida College by the University of Massachusetts Amherst","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2018-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2580/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2580","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123790,"bill_number":"H4672","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123791,"bill_number":"H4675","title":"Authorizing the town of Northfield to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to continue the employment of Floyd Dunnell, III, as a member of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 281 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123792,"bill_number":"H4673","title":"Relative to the release of certain land in Rowley from operation of an agricultural covenant","description":"Relative to the release of certain land in Rowley from operation of an agricultural covenant. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4759","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123793,"bill_number":"H4670","title":"Relative to firearms","description":"Relative to firearms","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4670/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123898,"bill_number":"S2578","title":"Sexually dangerous persons","description":"Relativerelative to sexually dangerous persons.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Senate concurred in the House amendment","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2578/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2578","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123901,"bill_number":"S2584","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"To reduce traffic fatalities","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2584/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2584","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123943,"bill_number":"H4677","title":"Authorizing the town of Westminster to acquire state forest land","description":"Authorizing the town of Westminster to acquire state forest land","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123945,"bill_number":"S2586","title":"Authorizing the Town of Hardwick to continue the employment of fire chief Raymond Walker","description":"For legislation to authorize the Town of Hardwick to continue the employment of fire chief Raymond Walker. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 331 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2586/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123947,"bill_number":"S2583","title":"Authorizing the town of Wilbraham to exchange a certain parcel of land held for conservation purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wilbraham to exchange a certain parcel of land held for conservation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 187 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2583/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2583","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1123954,"bill_number":"S2581","title":"Authorizing the acquisition of easement interests for a pumping station in the city of Easthampton","description":"For legislation to authorize the acquisition of easement interests for a pumping station in the city of Easthampton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 270 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2581/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123959,"bill_number":"H4638","title":"Consumer Protection","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning consumer protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4638/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4638","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123960,"bill_number":"H4688","title":"Authorizing 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 Land Bank, Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Inc, or Sconset Trust, Inc. for the same purposes","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized 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 Land Bank, Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Inc., or Sconset Trust, Inc. for the same purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4688/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4688","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123962,"bill_number":"H4676","title":"Granting certain retirement benefits to fire fighter Scott Holt","description":"Granting certain retirement benefits to fire fighter Scott Holt","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H5016","last_action_date":"2018-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123963,"bill_number":"H4690","title":"Changing the name of the board of selectmen of the town of North Reading","description":"That the town of North Reading be authorized to amend the charter of said town to change the name of the board of selectmen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4690/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4690","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123967,"bill_number":"H4689","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to transfer, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for water supply and water protection purposes to the town of Nantucket for roadway purposes","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to transfer, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of certain land situated in said town held for water supply and water protection purposes for roadway purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 200 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4689/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4689","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123968,"bill_number":"H4678","title":"Education","description":"Relativerelative to education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4678","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123970,"bill_number":"H4685","title":"Education","description":"Relativerelative to education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4685/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4685","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123971,"bill_number":"H4682","title":"Public health matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4682/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4682","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123974,"bill_number":"H4687","title":"Relative to the town meeting of the town of North Reading","description":"Relative to town meetings of the town of North Reading. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 237 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4687/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123975,"bill_number":"H4679","title":"Relative to data","description":"Relative to data","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123977,"bill_number":"H4681","title":"Health care financing","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning health care financing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4681/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4681","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123985,"bill_number":"H4695","title":"Telecommunication Systems-CPPL","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning telecommunication systems","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1123986,"bill_number":"H4686","title":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures","description":"Relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124007,"bill_number":"S2588","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to labor and workforce development matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the equality of Sunday pay for retail workers, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2588).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2588/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124009,"bill_number":"H4704","title":"Exempting the position of police chief in the town of Lancaster from civil service law","description":"Relative to exempting the position of police chief in the town of Lancaster from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Read third (title changed) and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4704/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4704","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124011,"bill_number":"S2587","title":"Senior tax relief","description":"Relativerelative to senior tax relief","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2587/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124014,"bill_number":"H4705","title":"Concerning the appointment of retired Salem police officers as special police officers within the city of Salem","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to appoint retired Salem police officers as special police officers in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 309 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4705/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4705","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124016,"bill_number":"H4703","title":"Authorizing the town of Williamsburg to continue the employment of fire department members Alan Everett and Robert Lapointe","description":"That the town of Williamsburg be authorized to continue the employment of Alan Everett and Robert Lapointe, members of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 287 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4703/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4703","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124018,"bill_number":"S2589","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge","description":"Senate, Thursday, July 5, 2018 - New draft (Senator Fattman) to Senate bill provide for recall elections in the town of Uxbridge, (Senate, No. 2069).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 359 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2589/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124021,"bill_number":"H4693","title":"Alcohol Licensing-CPPL","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning alcohol licensing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4693/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4693","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124023,"bill_number":"H4691","title":"Public safety","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4691/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4691","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124026,"bill_number":"H4692","title":"Education committee study order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4692/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4692","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124030,"bill_number":"H4694","title":"Land conveyance in Dalton","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning land conveyance in Dalton","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4694/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4694","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124033,"bill_number":"H4702","title":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-05","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4702/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4702","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124065,"bill_number":"H4715","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joseph Mele, an employee of the Department of Mental Health.","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Mele, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4715/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124067,"bill_number":"H4711","title":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House Bill relative to economic development in the commonwealth, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (House, No. 4592) ought to be adopted","description":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House Bill relative to economic development in the commonwealth, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (House, No. 4592) ought to be adopted","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4711/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4711","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124069,"bill_number":"H4712","title":"Relative to the membership of the Millbury Redevelopment Authority","description":"Relative to the membership of the Millbury Redevelopment Authority","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"See H1101","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4712/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124073,"bill_number":"S2592","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teachers retirement system","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts teachers retirement system (Senate, No. 2209),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2592).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2592/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2592","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124074,"bill_number":"H4709","title":"Study order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning retirement and pension matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4709/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4709","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124075,"bill_number":"H4720","title":"Authorizing the city of Quincy to grant veteran’s abatements of real estate taxes to certain veterans in the city of Quincy","description":"That the city of Quincy be authorized to grant abatements of certain real estate taxes to Kristin and Sean Healy of said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4782","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4720/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4720","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124076,"bill_number":"H4708","title":"Labor and Workforce Development","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning labor and workforce development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4708/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4708","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124077,"bill_number":"H4706","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4706/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4706","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124079,"bill_number":"H4716","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4716/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4716","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124080,"bill_number":"H4717","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to sell, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for cemetery purposes","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to sell, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of land currently held for cemetery purposes in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 180 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4717/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4717","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124082,"bill_number":"H4713","title":"Designating certain highways as state historic highways","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill designating United States highway Route 20 as a state historic highway (House, No. 4022) and Bill to historic route designations (House, No. 4155). July 9, 2018.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4713/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4713","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124083,"bill_number":"H4710","title":"Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning mental health, substance use and recovery","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4710/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4710","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124084,"bill_number":"H4719","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of public safety personnel in the city of Quincy","description":"Relative to disability retirement benefits for certain public safety personnel in the city of Quincy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 284 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4719/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4719","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124086,"bill_number":"H4718","title":"Amending the membership of the representative town meeting of Norwood","description":"Relative to the membership of the representative town meeting of the town of Norwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 301 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4718/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4718","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124087,"bill_number":"H4707","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4707/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124102,"bill_number":"S2593","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2603","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2593/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124103,"bill_number":"H4725","title":"For prevention and access to appropriate care and treatment of addiction","description":"For prevention and access to appropriate care and treatment of addiction","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4742","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4725/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4725","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124104,"bill_number":"H4722","title":"Order for H4470, An Act for Prevention and Access to Appropriate Care and Treatment of Addiction","description":"Order for H4470, An Act for Prevention and Access to Appropriate Care and Treatment of Addiction","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4722/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4722","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124107,"bill_number":"H4724","title":"Health and personnel","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning health and personnel","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4724/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124110,"bill_number":"H4726","title":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying Order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House relative to effective resource allocation in schools (House, No. 2871) ought to be adopted.","description":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying Order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House relative to effective resource allocation in schools (House, No. 2871) ought to be adopted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4726/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4726","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124113,"bill_number":"H4723","title":"Education","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4723/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4723","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124115,"bill_number":"H4721","title":"Judiciary Study Order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning the judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4721/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4721","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124118,"bill_number":"H4730","title":"Relative to findings of the foundation budget review commission","description":"Relative to findings of the foundation budget review commission","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4741","last_action_date":"2018-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4730/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4730","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124120,"bill_number":"H4727","title":"Concerning the rental of mopeds and motor scooters in the town of Oak Bluffs","description":"That the town of Oak Bluffs be authorized to further regulate the rental of mopeds and motor scooters in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-07-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4727/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4727","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124157,"bill_number":"S2594","title":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"SENATE, Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - 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. 50),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2594).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2594/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2594","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124158,"bill_number":"H4734","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Kendall, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Kendall, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 393 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4734/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4734","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124159,"bill_number":"S2597","title":"Authorizing the town of Sutton to grant real property abatements to certain military personnel","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Sutton to grant real property abatements to certain military personnel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2620","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2597/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2597","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124160,"bill_number":"H4733","title":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying Order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House Bill to increase renewable energy and reduce high-cost peak hours (House, No. 4575); the House Bill to improve grid resiliency through energy storage (House, No. 4576); and the House Bill relative to expanding resource efficiency in the Commonwealth (House, No. 3404) ought to be adopted.","description":"The committee on Rules, reports, under the provisions of House Rules 7B and 7C, that the accompanying Order relative to special procedures for consideration of the House Bill to increase renewable energy and reduce high-cost peak hours (House, No. 4575); the House Bill to improve grid resiliency through energy storage (House, No. 4576); and the House Bill relative to expanding resource efficiency in the Commonwealth (House, No. 3404) ought to be adopted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4733/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124161,"bill_number":"S2596","title":"Authorizing the town of Berkley to grant an additional license for the sale alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Berkley 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":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 323 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2596/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124162,"bill_number":"H4736","title":"Designating Domestic Workers’ Rights Day","description":"By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael J. Moran for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the sixteenth day of June as domestic workers’ rights day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-08-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4736/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4736","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124164,"bill_number":"H4735","title":"Relative to the use of community preservation funds","description":"Relative to the use of community preservation funds for the acquisition of artificial turf for athletic fields. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-05-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4790","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4735/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4735","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124174,"bill_number":"H4732","title":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","description":"House bill No. 4714, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. July 10, 2018.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-10","last_action":"Sections returned with veto (see section 20 and 62) referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4732/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124182,"bill_number":"S2595","title":"Resolve creating a commission on remediating lead in drinking water of schools and early childhood centers","description":"SENATE, Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - The committee on Rules to whom was referred the Resolve creating a commission on remediating lead in drinking water of schools and early childhood centers (Senate, No. 2465),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2595).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2595/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2595","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124198,"bill_number":"H4739","title":"To improve grid resiliency through energy storage","description":"To improve grid resiliency through energy storage","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Accompanied H4756","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4739/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4739","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124231,"bill_number":"H4748","title":"To create a commission to investigate the advertising practices of the solar energy industry","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate the advertising practices of the solar energy industry. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-11-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4748/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4748","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124235,"bill_number":"H4750","title":"Relative to the position of appointed tax collector in the town of Hadley","description":"Relative to the position of appointed tax collector in the town of Hadley. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 345 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4750/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124237,"bill_number":"H4746","title":"Relative to the financial condition of the Pioneer Valley Regional School District","description":"Relative to the financial condition of the Pioneer Valley Regional School District. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 295 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4746/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4746","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124244,"bill_number":"H4755","title":"Relative to the purchase of land for the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail","description":"That the town of Sudbury and the city of Framingham be authorized to expend funds for the purchase of land for the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4755/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4755","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124246,"bill_number":"S2598","title":"To strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery","description":"For legislationfor legislation to enhance the lives of survivors of human trafficking,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2598).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2598/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124247,"bill_number":"H4743","title":"Condominiums","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning condominiums","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4743/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124248,"bill_number":"H4698","title":"Campaign Finance","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning campaign finance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4698/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4698","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124249,"bill_number":"H4699","title":"NPDES","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning NPDES","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4699/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4699","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124250,"bill_number":"H4697","title":"Economic Development Study Matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning economic development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4697/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4697","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124251,"bill_number":"H4744","title":"Expiring Use","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning expiring use","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4744/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124252,"bill_number":"H4740","title":"Production and Manufactured Housing","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning production and manufactured housing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4740/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4740","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124253,"bill_number":"H4751","title":"Relative to the position of appointed treasurer in the town of Hadley","description":"Relative to the position of appointed treasurer in the town of Hadley. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 346 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4751/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4751","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124254,"bill_number":"S2599","title":"To regulate bodywork therapy","description":"For legislation to prevent human trafficking and sexual exploitation in bodyworks establishments,- reports the accompanying bill entitled \"An Act to regulate bodywork therapy\" (Senate, No. 2599).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2621","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2599/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2599","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124255,"bill_number":"H4729","title":"Labor and workforce development","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning labor and workforce development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4729/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124256,"bill_number":"H4745","title":"Capital Reimbursements to a Nursing Facility","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Elder Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning capital reimbursements to a nursing facility","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4745/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124257,"bill_number":"H4752","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Bridgewater","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4500). July 12, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 404 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4752/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4752","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124302,"bill_number":"H4756","title":"To increase renewable energy and reduce high-cost peak hours","description":"House bill No. 4738, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. July 12, 2018.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Reported by H4857","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4756/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124313,"bill_number":"H4742","title":"For prevention and access to appropriate care and treatment of addiction","description":"House bill No. 4725, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. July 11, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 208 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4742/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4742","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124331,"bill_number":"S2603","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2603).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 216 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2603/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2603","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124332,"bill_number":"S2604","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to the financing and delivery of care in nursing facilities","description":"Relativerelative to the Nursing Home Quality Jobs Initiative (Senate, No. 358), reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2604).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2604/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2604","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124333,"bill_number":"H4758","title":"Making appropriations for Fiscal Year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for Fiscal Year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4758/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4758","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124334,"bill_number":"S2601","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to child predators","description":"Relative to child predators, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2601).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2601/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2601","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124338,"bill_number":"H4759","title":"Relative to the release of certain land in Rowley from operation of an agricultural covenant","description":"Relative to the release of certain land in Rowley from operation of an agricultural covenant","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4853","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4759/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124339,"bill_number":"S2606","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"SENATE, July 16, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability (Senate, No. 2213),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2606).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2606/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124340,"bill_number":"H4763","title":"Relative to the health insurance and other benefits in the town of East Brookfield","description":"Relative to the health insurance and other benefits in the town of East Brookfield. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4921","last_action_date":"2018-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4763/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124342,"bill_number":"S2607","title":"Relative to students with dyslexia","description":"Relative to students with dyslexia (Senate, No. 2443),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2607).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 272 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2607/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2607","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124343,"bill_number":"H4765","title":"Relative to raising the income threshold for senior real property tax deferments in the town of Brookline","description":"That the town of Brookline be authorized to raise the income threshold for senior real property tax deferments in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4847","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4765/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4765","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124345,"bill_number":"H4764","title":"Authorizing the town of Blackstone to continue the employment of fire chief Michael Sweeney","description":"That the town of Blackstone be authorized to continue the employment of fire chief Michael Sweeney. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4764/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124346,"bill_number":"H4760","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain easement to the town of New Salem","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain easement to the town of New Salem","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 181 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4760/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4760","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124348,"bill_number":"H4754","title":"Public Housing","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public housing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4754/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124349,"bill_number":"H4757","title":"Releasing certain land in Northfield from the operation of an agricultural covenant","description":"Releasing certain land in Northfield from the operation of an agricultural covenant","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 224 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4757/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4757","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124350,"bill_number":"S2605","title":"Requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles","description":"SENATE, July 16, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles (Senate, No. 157),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2605).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2605/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2605","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124352,"bill_number":"H4684","title":"Telecommunications, Utilities, & Energy Bills","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning telecommunications, utilities and energy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4684/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4684","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124353,"bill_number":"S2608","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-16","last_action":"See H4756","last_action_date":"2018-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2608/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2608","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124383,"bill_number":"H4771","title":"Relative to the release of an agricultural covenant on a certain parcel of land in the town of Lancaster","description":"For legislation to authorize the release of an agricultural covenant on a certain parcel of land in the town of Lancaster. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-07-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4854","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4771/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124384,"bill_number":"H4773","title":"Regarding the use of inserts to accompany municipal property tax bills in the city of Medford","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to use inserts to accompany municipal property tax bills in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4848","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4773/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124385,"bill_number":"H4775","title":"Authorizing a surface and sub-surface easement at the Chestnut Hill Reservation located in the Brighton section of the City of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement at the Chestnut Hill Reservation located in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4803","last_action_date":"2018-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4775/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4775","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124386,"bill_number":"S2602","title":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","description":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-12","last_action":"See H4613","last_action_date":"2018-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2602/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2602","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124387,"bill_number":"H4774","title":"Relating to land in Northampton for affordable housing","description":"For legislation to further regulate the exchange of certain parcels of land between the city of Northampton and the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4774/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4774","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124388,"bill_number":"H4772","title":"Relative to a certain agricultural restriction held by the commonwealth on land in the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to a certain agricultural restriction held by the commonwealth on land in the town of Westborough. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-07-17","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4772/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4772","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124391,"bill_number":"H4768","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises.","description":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 326 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4768/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124392,"bill_number":"S2611","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Code of Military Justice","description":"SENATE, July 17, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing the Massachusetts Code of Military Justice (Senate, No. 2236),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2611).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2611/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2611","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124401,"bill_number":"H4767","title":"Public safety","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4767/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4767","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124402,"bill_number":"S2612","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-17","last_action":"See H4116","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2612/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2612","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124461,"bill_number":"H4800","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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 2019 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":"2018-07-26","last_action":"Item 7008-1116 passed over veto - see  Roll Call #537 [YEAS 35 to NAYS 1]","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4800/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4800","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124466,"bill_number":"H4779","title":"Authorizing the town of Hatfield to grant an additional off-premises license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Hatfield be authorized to grant one additional annual 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":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4878","last_action_date":"2018-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4779/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4779","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124469,"bill_number":"H4780","title":"Authorizing the city of Newton to amend the income qualifications for a certain tax deferral program","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to amend the income qualifications for a certain tax deferral program in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4849","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4780/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4780","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124472,"bill_number":"S2614","title":"Relative to the creation of the Commonwealth Technical Rescue Regions and Coordinating Council","description":"Relative to the creation of the Commonwealth Technical Rescue Regions and Coordinating Council (Senate, No. 1380),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2614).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 217 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2614/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2614","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124474,"bill_number":"H4778","title":"Financial services","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning financial services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4778/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124476,"bill_number":"H4784","title":"Text of a further amendment, offered by Ms. Hogan of Stow, to the Senate amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text contained in Senate document numbered 2585) of the House Bill protecting youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction (House, No. 4486). July 18, 2018.","description":"Text of a further amendment, offered by Ms. Hogan of Stow, to the Senate amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text contained in Senate document numbered 2585) of the House Bill protecting youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction (House, No. 4486). July 18, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4486","last_action_date":"2018-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4784/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124477,"bill_number":"S2615","title":"Making technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act","description":"SENATE, July 18, 2018 - The committee on Rules to whom was referred the Senate Bill making technical changes to the laws regulating a certain notarial act (Senate, No. 2312),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2615).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2615/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2615","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124524,"bill_number":"H4788","title":"Public Service Study Order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4788/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124526,"bill_number":"H4782","title":"Authorizing the city of Quincy to grant veteran’s abatements of real estate taxes to certain veterans in the city of Quincy","description":"Authorizing the city of Quincy to grant veteran’s abatements of real estate taxes to certain veterans in the city of Quincy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 235 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4782/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4782","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124527,"bill_number":"H4776","title":"Housing","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning housing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4776/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124529,"bill_number":"H4790","title":"Late files","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning revenue","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4790/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4790","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124531,"bill_number":"H4786","title":"Financial services","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning financial services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4786/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4786","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124532,"bill_number":"H4785","title":"Financial services","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning financial services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4785/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124534,"bill_number":"H4701","title":"Judiciary study order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning the judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4701/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4701","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124536,"bill_number":"S2620","title":"Authorizing the town of Sutton to grant real property abatements to certain military personnel","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Sutton to grant real property abatements to certain military personnel,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2620).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed on the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2620/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2620","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124537,"bill_number":"S2616","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services","description":"SENATE, July 19, 2018 - The committee on Rules to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services (Senate, No. 1727),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2616).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2616/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2616","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124539,"bill_number":"H4781","title":"Relative to excise tax revenue for the Chatham other post-employment benefits liability trust fund","description":"Relative to excise tax revenue for the Chatham other post-employment benefits liability trust fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 405 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4781/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4781","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124541,"bill_number":"H4787","title":"Health care financing.","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning health care financing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4787/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4787","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124543,"bill_number":"H4789","title":"Public Service Study Order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning public service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4789/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4789","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124544,"bill_number":"S2619","title":"Creating senior tax relief in the town of Carver","description":"For legislation to create senior tax relief in the Town of Carver,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2619).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2670","last_action_date":"2018-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2619/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2619","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124597,"bill_number":"S2621","title":"To regulate bodywork therapy","description":"To regulate bodywork therapy","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2621/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2621","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124601,"bill_number":"S2623","title":"For prevention and access to appropriate care and treatment of addiction","description":"Senate July 19, 2018, – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill for prevention and access to appropriate care and treatment of addiction (House, No. 4742) (being the text of Senate document numbered 2609, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-19","last_action":"See H4742","last_action_date":"2018-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2623/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2623","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124608,"bill_number":"S2628","title":"Relative to hardship licenses for first time offenders","description":"For legislation relative to hardship licenses for first time offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2017-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2657","last_action_date":"2018-08-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2628/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2628","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124611,"bill_number":"S2625","title":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to economic development in the commonwealth (House, No. 4732) (the committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new text (Senate, No. 2622); 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 2625. [Bond authorization: $601,450,000]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"See H4732","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2625/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2625","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124613,"bill_number":"H4801","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to supply water to the town of Burlington","description":"That the town of Burlington 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":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 350 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4801/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124614,"bill_number":"H4795","title":"Regulation","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning regulation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4795/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4795","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124615,"bill_number":"H4792","title":"Children, families, and persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Children, Families, and Persons with Disabilities to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning children, families and persons with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4792/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4792","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124617,"bill_number":"S2618","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (Senate, No. 2500),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2618).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2618/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2618","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124618,"bill_number":"H4796","title":"Grow facilities","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Marijuana Policy to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning grow facilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4796/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4796","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124620,"bill_number":"H4777","title":"Public Housing","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public housing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4777/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124621,"bill_number":"H4791","title":"40B","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning Chapter 40B","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4791/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4791","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124622,"bill_number":"H4797","title":"Public health matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning public health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-07-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4797/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4797","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1124696,"bill_number":"H4804","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoneham to grant certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Stoneham be authorized to grant certain 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":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 413 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4804/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124698,"bill_number":"S2627","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer breweries and distilleries","description":"SENATE, July 24, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill expanding the sale of products by farmer breweries and distilleries (Senate, No. 2459),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2627).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2627/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2627","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124699,"bill_number":"H4805","title":"Relative to the membership of the Conservation Commission of the Town of Charlton","description":"That the town of Charlton be authorized to appoint two alternate members of the conservation commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 353 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4805/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4805","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124706,"bill_number":"H4806","title":"Relative to consumer protection from security breaches","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendments of the House Bill removing fees for security freezes and disclosures of consumer credit reports (House, No. 4241), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4806).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 444 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4806/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124708,"bill_number":"S2631","title":"To promote and enhance civic engagement","description":"Report of the committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches, with reference to the House amendments to the Senate Bill to promote and enhance civic engagement (Senate, No. 2375) (amended by the House by striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4545, amended),-- reports, in part, a “Bill to promote and enhance civic engagement” (Senate, No. 2631).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 296 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2631/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124788,"bill_number":"H4807","title":"Order for H4159","description":"Order for H4159","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4807/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4807","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124829,"bill_number":"H4811","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"Relative to workplace safety","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4811/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4811","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124831,"bill_number":"H4809","title":"Relative to simulcasting and racing.","description":"Relative to simulcasting and racing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4809/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124834,"bill_number":"H4813","title":"Authorizing the grant of easements relative to the Obery Street Roadway Improvement Project to the town of Plymouth","description":"Authorizing the grant of easements relative to the Obery Street Roadway Improvement Project to the town of Plymouth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4813/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4813","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124836,"bill_number":"H4808","title":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","description":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4808/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124839,"bill_number":"H4814","title":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Chelmsford","description":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Chelmsford","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 192 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4814/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124840,"bill_number":"H4810","title":"Requiring sexual misconduct climate surveys at institutions of higher education","description":"Requiring sexual misconduct climate surveys at institutions of higher education","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4810/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4810","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124842,"bill_number":"H4816","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Foxborough for fire department use.","description":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Foxborough for fire department use.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 182 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4816/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4816","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124843,"bill_number":"H4815","title":"Relative to the background record check procedures of the department of early education and care.","description":"Relative to the background record check procedures of the department of early education and care.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 202 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4815/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4815","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124847,"bill_number":"H4812","title":"To ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information","description":"To ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 225 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4812/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4812","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124852,"bill_number":"H4817","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4116","last_action_date":"2018-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4817/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124856,"bill_number":"S2630","title":"Resolve relative to the digital right to repair","description":"Relative to the digital right to repair (Senate, No. 2430),-- reports, that the matter be placed on the orders of the Day for the next session, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2630).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2630/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2630","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124928,"bill_number":"H4818","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of land from the county of Nantucket and authorizing the town of Nantucket to sell, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of said land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space purposes","description":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of land from the county of Nantucket and authorizing the town of Nantucket to sell, convey or otherwise dispose of a portion of said land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 183 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4818/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4818","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124956,"bill_number":"S2634","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marco Adorno, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marco Adorno, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2634/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2634","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124957,"bill_number":"H4819","title":"Amending the membership of the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission by removing the superintendent of the department of public works","description":"Relative to the membership of the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 347 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4819/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124958,"bill_number":"S2617","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"SENATE, July 19, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters (Senate, No. 2394),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2616).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2617/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2617","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124959,"bill_number":"S2632","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement","description":"Relativerelative to veterans' benefits, rights, appreciation, validation and enforcement” (Senate, No. 2632).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 218 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2632/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2632","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124960,"bill_number":"H4835","title":"Promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (House, No. 4613), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4835).","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Section returned with veto (see section 6) referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4835/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124961,"bill_number":"H4834","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendments of the House Bill automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud (House, No. 4671), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4834).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 205 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4834/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4834","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124962,"bill_number":"S2624","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"SENATE, July 24, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill protecting research animals (Senate, No. 2387),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2624).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2624/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2624","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124963,"bill_number":"S2633","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers (Senate, No. 1373),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2633).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 329 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2633/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2633","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1124964,"bill_number":"S2626","title":"Regarding breakfast after the bell","description":"SENATE, July 24, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill regarding breakfast after the bell (Senate, No. 2441),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2626).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2626/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2626","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125097,"bill_number":"H4832","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his reduction or disapproval of certain items, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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. 4800] (for message, see House, No. 4832). July 26, 2018.","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his reduction or disapproval of certain items, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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. 4800] (for message, see House, No. 4832). July 26, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4832/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125098,"bill_number":"H4822","title":"Relative to the cremation of certain unclaimed bodies","description":"Section 38 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 203 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4822/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4822","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125099,"bill_number":"H4830","title":"Relative to a preservation trust fund transfer","description":"Section 99 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment L of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"Amendment 2 adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4830/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4830","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125100,"bill_number":"H4825","title":"Extending the authorization for the use of certain discount vouchers for prescription drugs","description":"Section 63 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 363 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4825/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4825","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125102,"bill_number":"H4833","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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. 4800). July 26, 2018.","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 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. 4800). July 26, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4833/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4833","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125104,"bill_number":"H4826","title":"Relative to the Cambridge district court","description":"Section 82 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"Governors amendment adopted","last_action_date":"2018-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4826/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125105,"bill_number":"H4824","title":"Relative to the lease of certain yacht clubs on land owned by the commonwealth","description":"Section 62 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 372 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4824/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4824","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125107,"bill_number":"H4831","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation congestion toll rate pricing pilot program","description":"Section 104 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment M of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4831/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4831","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125108,"bill_number":"H4820","title":"Relative to the examination of tax expenditures by the department of revenue","description":"Section 12 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 207 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4820/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125109,"bill_number":"H4827","title":"Relative to grants from the Massachusetts Tourism Trust Fund","description":"Section 84 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 206 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4827/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4827","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125111,"bill_number":"H4821","title":"Relative to the payment of pensioners for services after retirement","description":"Section 29 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4821/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4821","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125112,"bill_number":"H4829","title":"Establishing a special commission on funding for the department of correction and each sheriff’s department","description":"Section 89 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment K of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4829/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4829","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125113,"bill_number":"H4823","title":"Relative to the transitional aid to families with dependent children program","description":"Sections 39, 52, 54, 56, 58 to 60, and 112 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 (see House, No. 4800), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 4833). July 27, 2018.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-08-03","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4823/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4823","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1125410,"bill_number":"H4884","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain section, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity [see House, No. 4835]. August 9, 2018.","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain section, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity [see House, No. 4835]. August 9, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4884/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4884","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125411,"bill_number":"H4889","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain section, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill relative to economic development in the commonwealth [see House, No. 4732]. August 10, 2018","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain section, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill relative to economic development in the commonwealth [see House, No. 4732]. August 10, 2018","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4889/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4889","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125412,"bill_number":"H4878","title":"Authorizing the town of Hatfield to grant an additional off-premises license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages.","description":"Authorizing the town of Hatfield to grant an additional off-premises license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 327 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4878/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4878","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125480,"bill_number":"S2647","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-01","last_action":"See H4664","last_action_date":"2018-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2647/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2647","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1125489,"bill_number":"H4890","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the commonwealth.","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the commonwealth.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 260 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4890/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4890","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1125493,"bill_number":"S2655","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Roberta Keeping, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Roberta Keeping, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-12-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2655/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2655","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1125498,"bill_number":"H4877","title":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of CSST.","description":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of CSST.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-16","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4969","last_action_date":"2018-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4877/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4877","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1125522,"bill_number":"H4896","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amy Burlingame, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amy Burlingame, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 265 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4896/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4896","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125523,"bill_number":"H4897","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Julie A. Jennings, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Julie A. Jennings, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 266 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4897/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4897","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1125568,"bill_number":"S2658","title":"Adding a fifth member to the Board of Elections Commission in the City of Everett","description":"Adding a fifth member to the Board of Elections Commission in the City of Everett","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 316 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2658/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2658","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1126462,"bill_number":"H4909","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for G. Scott Angelo, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for G. Scott Angelo, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 275 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4909/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126464,"bill_number":"H4912","title":"Renaming the Weld Street Exit on route 18","description":"For legislation to designate the Weld Street exit on state Route 18 in the city of New Bedford as the Giammalvo family memorial exit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 320 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4912/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4912","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126467,"bill_number":"H4913","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 1306). September 17, 2018.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-09-17","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-09-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4913/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4913","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126734,"bill_number":"S2662","title":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to make permanent improvements to certain private ways and assess betterments","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wenham to make permanent improvements to certain private ways and assess betterments. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-09-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2678","last_action_date":"2018-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2662/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2662","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126747,"bill_number":"H4914","title":"Authorizing the city of Chicopee to establish a water and sewer department","description":"That the city of Chicopee be authorized to establish a water and sewer department in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 319 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4914/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4914","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126763,"bill_number":"H4915","title":"Authorizing and directing the retirement board of the town of Weymouth to pay a certain retirement benefit to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Michael Chesna, of the Weymouth Police Department","description":"By Representative Murphy of Weymouth and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition of James M. Murphy, Patrick M. O'Connor and Ronald Mariano (with the approval of the mayor and town council) that the retirement board of the town of Weymouth be authorized to pay a certain retirement benefit to the surviving spouse of fallen officer Michael Chesna of the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-09-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4928","last_action_date":"2018-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4915/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4915","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126786,"bill_number":"S2663","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kelli Jones, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kelli Jones, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 283 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2663/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2663","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1126870,"bill_number":"H4916","title":"Relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Arlington","description":"Relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Arlington","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 312 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4916/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127025,"bill_number":"S2664","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Somerville","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-09-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2676","last_action_date":"2018-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2664/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2664","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127265,"bill_number":"S2665","title":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Concord","description":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Concord","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 290 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2665/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2665","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127286,"bill_number":"H4918","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the town of Stoughton","description":"That the town of Stoughton be authorized to appoint special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 352 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4918/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127402,"bill_number":"H4917","title":"Designating a bridge in the town of Dalton as the Specialist Mitchell K. Daehling memorial bridge","description":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the town of Dalton as the Specialist Mitchell K. Daehling memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-12-21","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2018-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4917/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4917","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127471,"bill_number":"H4919","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan Fermino, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Fermino, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4919/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4919","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127516,"bill_number":"H4887","title":"Providing for a special legislative commission to study certain joint support programs","description":"Relative to economic development in the Commonwealth (see House, No. 4732, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4889). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4887/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127519,"bill_number":"H4881","title":"Providing for a special commission to preserve and enhance Willett Pond","description":"Section 92 contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (see House, No. 4835), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4884). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4881/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4881","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127521,"bill_number":"H4886","title":"Providing for a feasibility study to widen state highway route 2","description":"Relative to economic development in the Commonwealth (see House, No. 4732, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4889). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4886/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4886","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127525,"bill_number":"H4880","title":"Supporting the Mohawk Trail Woodland Partnership","description":"Section 90 contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (see House, No. 4835), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4884). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 279 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4880/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4880","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127528,"bill_number":"H4879","title":"Providing for the manufacture and distribution of raw milk","description":"Section 22 contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (see House, No. 4835), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment A of House, No. 4884). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4879/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4879","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127533,"bill_number":"H4888","title":"Establishing an industrial mill building revitalization task force","description":"Relative to economic development in the Commonwealth (see House, No. 4732, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 4889). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4888/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4888","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127536,"bill_number":"H4882","title":"Providing for roadway lighting","description":"Section 94 contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (see House, No. 4835), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 4884). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4882/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4882","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127539,"bill_number":"H4883","title":"Providing for the prevention of flooding","description":"Section 95 contained in the engrossed Bill promoting climate change adaptation, environmental and natural resource protection, and investment in recreational assets and opportunity (see House, No. 4835), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 4884). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4883/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4883","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127542,"bill_number":"H4885","title":"Regarding a qualified apprentice tax credit","description":"Relative to economic development in the Commonwealth (see House, No. 4732, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment A of House, No. 4889). August 13, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4885/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4885","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127657,"bill_number":"S2668","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Richard Maynard, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Richard Maynard, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 311 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2668/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127666,"bill_number":"H4922","title":"Resolve reviving and further continuing the special commission established to investigate and report on the preservation of Polish culture and history in the Pioneer Valley.","description":"Resolve reviving and further continuing the special commission established to investigate and report on the preservation of Polish culture and history in the Pioneer Valley.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Resolves of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4922/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127675,"bill_number":"S2667","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-04","last_action":"See H4464","last_action_date":"2018-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2667/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127684,"bill_number":"H4921","title":"Relative to the health insurance and other benefits in the town of East Brookfield","description":"Relative to the health insurance and other benefits in the town of East Brookfield","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-10-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-10-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4921/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4921","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127693,"bill_number":"S2666","title":"Exempting all positions in the police department of the city of North Adams from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt all positions in the police department of the city of North Adams from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 360 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2666/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127706,"bill_number":"H4924","title":"Authorizing the City of Leominster to amend the Special Act of 2002 Relative to Retired Police Officer Details","description":"Relative to special police officers in the city of Leominster. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4924/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4924","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127709,"bill_number":"H4920","title":"Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of Section 12 of Chapter 25A of the Massachusetts General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 13, DOER CO2 Budget Trading Program Auction Regulation (RGGI Auction Regulations). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of Section 12 of Chapter 25A of the Massachusetts General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 13, DOER CO2 Budget Trading Program Auction Regulation (RGGI Auction Regulations). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4920/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4920","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127712,"bill_number":"H4923","title":"Providing for the conveyance of certain land owned by the Commonwealth in the city of Medford","description":"For legislation to provide for the conveyance of certain land owned by the Commonwealth in the city of Medford. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-09-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4923/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4923","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127713,"bill_number":"H4925","title":"Authorizing the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School District to lease a certain parcel of land to Martha’s Vineyard Community Services, Inc. for a term of up to 99 years","description":"Relative to authorizing the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School District to lease a certain parcel of land to Martha’s Vineyard Community Services, Inc. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 415 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4925/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4925","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127815,"bill_number":"S2669","title":"Relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses not to be consumed on the premises by the town of Rockport","description":"For legislation relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses not to be consumed on the premises by the town of Rockport. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-10-09","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2669/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127858,"bill_number":"H4926","title":"Relative to amending chapter 413 of the Acts of 1991 authorizing the city council of the city of Cambridge to amend chapter 14.04 of the Cambridge municipal code entitled \"Fair Housing\"","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to amend the fair housing code in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-10-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4926/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4926","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1127911,"bill_number":"H4928","title":"Relative to a certain retirement benefit to be paid to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Michael Chesna, of the Weymouth Police Department","description":"Relative to a certain retirement benefit to be paid to the surviving spouse of fallen officer, Michael Chesna, of the Weymouth Police Department","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4928/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1127945,"bill_number":"H4930","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2018-10-23","last_action":"For actions on the sections returned with recommendations of amendments, see H4940 for sections 59 and 60","last_action_date":"2018-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4930/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4930","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1127960,"bill_number":"H4929","title":"Dangerousness","description":"Dangerousness","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4929/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4929","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1128297,"bill_number":"H4934","title":"Establishing a program for student loan forgiveness","description":"For legislation to establish a student loan forgiveness program within the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4970","last_action_date":"2018-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4934/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128300,"bill_number":"H4933","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the city of Chicopee","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the city of Chicopee. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 406 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4933/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128303,"bill_number":"H4935","title":"Resolve establishing an enhanced school safety commission","description":"Relative to enhanced school safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-07-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4935/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4935","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1128455,"bill_number":"H4937","title":"Relative to the Lancaster sewer district","description":"Relative to the Lancaster sewer district","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-22","last_action":"See H3217","last_action_date":"2018-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4937/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128585,"bill_number":"H4945","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Katelyn Giliberti, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Katelyn Giliberti, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 313 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4945/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4945","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128586,"bill_number":"H4942","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to innocent spouses","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 445 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4942/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4942","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128588,"bill_number":"H4944","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lawrence Jordan, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lawrence Jordan, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 391 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4944/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4944","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128592,"bill_number":"H4943","title":"Establishing a sick bank for Yin Yu-Wong, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick bank for Yin Yu-Wong, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4943/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4943","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128612,"bill_number":"H4941","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendations of amendments to sections 20, 38, 59 and 60 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4930, amended), and recommending certain new supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year 2018. October 25, 2018.","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendations of amendments to sections 20, 38, 59 and 60 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4930, amended), and recommending certain new supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year 2018. October 25, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4941/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128614,"bill_number":"H4950","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4950/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4950","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128615,"bill_number":"H4938","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"Section 20 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4930, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment A of House, No. 4941). October 25, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 425 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4938/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4938","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128616,"bill_number":"S2671","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of special police officers in the city of New Bedford. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 418 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2671/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128617,"bill_number":"H4946","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 277 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4946/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128619,"bill_number":"H4947","title":"Amending the act establishing a finance department in the town of Harvard","description":"Relative to the finance department of the town of Harvard. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 387 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4947/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128621,"bill_number":"H4948","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Needham","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Needham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 341 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4948/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4948","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128624,"bill_number":"H4949","title":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested senior citizens","description":"That the town of Harvard be authorized to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested senior citizens. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4984","last_action_date":"2018-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4949/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128728,"bill_number":"H4951","title":"Requiring the appointment of additional members to the Somerville Redevelopment Authority","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to appoint two additional members to the Somerville Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 364 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4951/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128730,"bill_number":"H4953","title":"Resolve in favor of a certain employee of the Monson Developmental Center","description":"By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow and Senator Gobi, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Brian M. Ashe and Anne M. Gobi that the state treasury be authorized to pay Armando Sousa, a former employee of the Monson Developmental Center, for services rendered to the Monson Developmental Center during the years 1977 to 1985, inclusive. House Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-03-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4953/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4953","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128731,"bill_number":"H4940","title":"Relative to the task force on regional transit authority performance","description":"Sections 59 and 60 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4930, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4941). October 25, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4940/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4940","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128733,"bill_number":"H4939","title":"Providing for a corrective change to a certain affordable housing bond","description":"Section 38 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2018 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4930, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4941). October 25, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4939/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4939","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128735,"bill_number":"H4952","title":"Establishing a Board of Selectmen-Town Administrator form of government for the town of Berlin","description":"That the town of Berlin be authorized to establish a board of selectmen-town administrator form of government in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 384 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4952/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4952","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128736,"bill_number":"H4954","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Charde Christophe","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Charde Christophe, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4954/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4954","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128738,"bill_number":"S2672","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James Condon, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Condon, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 395 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2672/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128759,"bill_number":"H4955","title":"Authorizing the town of Hanover to grant abatement of real estate taxes to certain surviving spouse","description":"Authorizing the town of Hanover to grant abatement of real estate taxes to certain surviving spouse","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 365 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4955/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128760,"bill_number":"H4956","title":"Authorizing the town of Harwich to issue three additional liquor licenses.","description":"Authorizing the town of Harwich to issue three additional liquor licenses.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 447 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4956/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1128763,"bill_number":"H4957","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John Taylor Woodward, an employee of the Hampshire County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John Taylor Woodward, an employee of the Hampshire County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 396 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4957/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4957","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1129047,"bill_number":"S2673","title":"Regarding the authorization of the town of Sturbridge to issue an additional license for sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"Regarding the authorization of the town of Sturbridge to issue an additional license for sale of all alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 340 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2673/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1129083,"bill_number":"H4958","title":"Regarding the authorization of the town of Wareham to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Regarding the authorization of the town of Wareham to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 414 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4958/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4958","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1129984,"bill_number":"H4960","title":"Relative to the employment of certain workers by National Grid","description":"Relative to the distribution of certain public funds used by National Grid. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-08-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4960/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130014,"bill_number":"H4961","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rachael Purnell, employee of the Middlesex Probate and Family Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rachael Purnell, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-11-01","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a new draft, see H4980","last_action_date":"2018-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4961/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130045,"bill_number":"H4959","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to offer early voting in municipal elections","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to offer early voting in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-11-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4959/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4959","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130234,"bill_number":"H4963","title":"Relative to elections for fire district number 2 in the town of South Hadley","description":"Relative to elections for fire district number 2 in the town of South Hadley. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading special report accepted, see H5019","last_action_date":"2018-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4963/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130239,"bill_number":"H4962","title":"Resolve An Act establishing an agricultural tourism study commission","description":"Resolve An Act establishing an agricultural tourism study commission","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-11-15","last_action":"Resolve passed and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4962/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130247,"bill_number":"H4964","title":"Relative to elections for fire district number 1 in the town of South Hadley","description":"Relative to elections for fire district number 1 in the town of South Hadley. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 407 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4964/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4964","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130266,"bill_number":"H4969","title":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of corrugated stainless steel tubing","description":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of corrugated stainless steel tubing","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2018-11-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2018-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4969/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4969","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130273,"bill_number":"H4968","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Peter Hayes, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Peter Hayes, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 390 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4968/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130279,"bill_number":"H4967","title":"Relative to allowing employees of the Western Massachusetts Emergency Communications District to become members of the Hampden County retirement system","description":"Relative to employees of the Western Massachusetts Emergency Communications District. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 379 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4967/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4967","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130286,"bill_number":"S2674","title":"Relative to the Springfield Technology Park","description":"Relative to the Springfield Technology Park (Senate, No. 209),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2674).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 353 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2674/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130290,"bill_number":"H4966","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gina Parolisi, employee of the Haverhill District Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gina Parolisi, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-11-08","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4986","last_action_date":"2018-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4966/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4966","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130300,"bill_number":"H4965","title":"Relative to election locations for fire district number 2 in the town of South Hadley","description":"Relative to election locations for fire district number 2 in the town of South Hadley. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"Consolidated with H4963","last_action_date":"2018-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4965/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130527,"bill_number":"H4972","title":"Relative to placing a plaque at the McCarthy Pavilion in the city of Revere in honor of Grace Hill Sannella","description":"By Representative Vincent of Revere and Senator Boncore, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of RoseLee Vincent and Joseph A. Boncore that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to place a plaque at the McCarthy Pavilion in the city of Revere in honor of Grace Hill Sannella. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4993","last_action_date":"2018-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4972/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4972","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130528,"bill_number":"H4970","title":"Establishing a state program to pay for federal student loan forgiveness","description":"Establishing a state program to pay for federal student loan forgiveness","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2018-11-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2018-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4970/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4970","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130531,"bill_number":"H4973","title":"Designating the children’s pool at the Philip J. Weihn memorial pool as the Liberty M. Arnold-Simon Memorial Children’s Pool","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Harold P. Naughton, Jr., and Harriette L. Chandler that the children’s pool at the Philip J. Weihn Memorial Pool in the town of Clinton be designated as the Liberty M. Arnold-Simon memorial children’s pool. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-11-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4994","last_action_date":"2018-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4973/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130532,"bill_number":"H4971","title":"Establishing the DHY Clean Waters Community Partnership for the towns of Dennis, Harwich and Yarmouth","description":"For legislation to establish the DHY clean waters community partnership, an inter-municipal agreement for waste water management in the towns of Dennis, Harwich, and Yarmouth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-10-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4971/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4971","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130533,"bill_number":"H4974","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William P. Kearny, Jr., an employee of Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William P. Kearny, Jr., an employee of Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 335 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4974/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4974","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130745,"bill_number":"H4976","title":"Approving the town of Ashland Home Rule Charter as amended and as voted in Article 34 of the annual town meeting of the town of Ashland including parts I through IX by repealing Chapter 405 of the Acts of 2008 and replacing it in its entirety","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Ashland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 409 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4976/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4976","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1130751,"bill_number":"H4975","title":"Approving the town of Ashland Economic Development Funding Program authorizing the town of Ashland to establish a grant and loan fund for the purpose of creating economic development tools and activities","description":"That the town of Ashland be authorized to create an economic development funding program within said town. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-11-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5014","last_action_date":"2018-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4975/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130753,"bill_number":"H4979","title":"To ensure the safety and soundness of the Commonwealth’s natural gas infrastructure","description":"To ensure the safety and soundness of the Commonwealth’s natural gas infrastructure","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2018-11-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5005","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4979/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130756,"bill_number":"H4978","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-11-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4998","last_action_date":"2018-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4978/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130757,"bill_number":"S2675","title":"Establishing a selectmen-administrator form of government for the town of Newbury","description":"For legislation to establish a selectmen-administrator form of government for the town of Newbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-11-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2675/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2675","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1130763,"bill_number":"H4980","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rachael Purnell, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a House bill, No. 4961. November 21, 2018.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4980/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130777,"bill_number":"S2677","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tyra Jackson, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tyra Jackson, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2677/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1130789,"bill_number":"S2676","title":"Amending the charter of the city of Somerville","description":"Amending the charter of the city of Somerville","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 355 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2676/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131266,"bill_number":"H4982","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Sean M. Gannon, a fallen police officer in the town of Yarmouth","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Sean M. Gannon, a fallen police officer in the town of Yarmouth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 371 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4982/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131271,"bill_number":"H4983","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Christopher Van Ness, a police officer in the town of Yarmouth","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Christopher Van Ness, a police officer in the town of Yarmouth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 366 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4983/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131280,"bill_number":"S2678","title":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to make permanent improvements to certain private ways and assess betterments.","description":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to make permanent improvements to certain private ways and assess betterments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 325 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2678/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2678","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1131323,"bill_number":"H4984","title":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested seniors","description":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested seniors","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 412 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4984/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131337,"bill_number":"H4987","title":"Relative to the sewer construction and water quality maintenance and improvement fund in the town of Mashpee","description":"That the town of Mashpee be authorized to establish a sewer construction and water quality maintenance and improvement fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-11-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4987/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4987","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131349,"bill_number":"H4986","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gina Parolisi, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a House bill, No. 4966. November 29, 2018.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 388 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4986/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131469,"bill_number":"S2679","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Socha, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"By Ms. L'Italien, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Barbara A. L'Italien to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Socha, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-12-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2679/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2679","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1131826,"bill_number":"S2680","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maria Krull, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maria Krull, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 394 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2680/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132088,"bill_number":"H4988","title":"To protect locked out employees","description":"To protect locked out employees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2018-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 338 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4988/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132129,"bill_number":"H4989","title":"Relative to the town manager of the town of Upton","description":"Relative to the town manager of the town of Upton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 380 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4989/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4989","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132371,"bill_number":"H4990","title":"Relative to the Bourne Recreation Authority","description":"Relative to the Bourne Recreation Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 450 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4990/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4990","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132383,"bill_number":"H4991","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Aaron Nyahn, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Aaron Nyahn, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 426 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4991/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4991","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132392,"bill_number":"H4992","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John S. Gay, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John S. Gay, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 398 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4992/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4992","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132611,"bill_number":"H4995","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Montague be authorized to grant an additional liquor 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2018-12-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5017","last_action_date":"2018-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4995/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132616,"bill_number":"H4994","title":"Designating the state pool for children in the town of Clinton as the Liberty M. Arnold-Simon memorial children’s pool.","description":"Designating the state pool for children in the town of Clinton as the Liberty M. Arnold-Simon memorial children’s pool.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 431 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4994/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4994","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132618,"bill_number":"H4993","title":"Relative to placing a plaque at the McCarthy Pavilion in the city of Revere in memory of Grace Hill Sannella","description":"Relative to placing a plaque at the McCarthy Pavilion in the city of Revere in memory of Grace Hill Sannella","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 433 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4993/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4993","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1132626,"bill_number":"S2683","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cheryl Ann Gracia, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Cheryl Ann Gracia, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 401 of the Acts of 2018","last_action_date":"2019-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2683/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2683","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1135362,"bill_number":"S2695","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tiffany Gibb, an employee at Tewksbury State Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tiffany Gibb, an employee at Tewksbury State Hospital. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2018-12-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2018-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2695/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2695","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1135664,"bill_number":"S2686","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable related funds","description":"Relative to PEG access and cable related funds (Senate, No. 2341),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2686).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2018-12-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2019-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2686/2017","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2686","sponsor":null},
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