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{"bill_id":1137097,"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":"2019-01-03","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1137183,"bill_number":"S2","title":"Message from Her Honor the Lieutenant Governor relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-03","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1143461,"bill_number":"H65","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, 2018 to December 31, 2018.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-10","last_action":"Read for its information","last_action_date":"2019-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H65/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H65","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1149416,"bill_number":"S6","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marc Wedgeworth, an employee of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marc Wedgeworth, an employee of the Massachusetts Trial Court. Temporary Senate Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S6/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S6","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1149627,"bill_number":"S5","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joy Cochran, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joy Cochran, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Temporary Senate Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S5/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S5","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1157093,"bill_number":"H66","title":"To protect the Commonwealth from dangerous persons","description":"Relative to protecting the Commonwealth from dangerous persons (House, No. 66). January 17, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H66/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H66","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1157540,"bill_number":"H67","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 2018 compared with such index for the year 2017.","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2018 compared with such index for the year 2017. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-17","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2019 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2019-10-11","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H67/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H67","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1164780,"bill_number":"H69","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Relative to financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges (House, No. 69). January 22, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H69/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H69","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1165082,"bill_number":"H68","title":"Expanding sports wagering in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to expanding sports wagering in the Commonwealth (House, No. 68). January 22nd 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H68/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H68","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1168645,"bill_number":"H1","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 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, 2019 (House, No. 1).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3800","last_action_date":"2019-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1169000,"bill_number":"S7","title":"Relative to improving safety on the roads of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to improving safety on the roads of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S7/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S7","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1169627,"bill_number":"S10","title":"Providing for climate change adaptation infrastructure investments in the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for climate change adaptation infrastructure investments in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S10/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1169881,"bill_number":"H70","title":"To promote equity and excellence in education","description":"Relative to promoting equity and excellence in education (House, No. 70). January 24, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H70/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H70","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1170135,"bill_number":"H71","title":"Implementing the recommendations of the Special Commission on Operating under the Influence and Impaired Driving","description":"Relative to implementing the recommendations of the Special Commission on Operating Under the Influence and Impaired Driving (House, No. 71). January 24, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H71/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H71","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1171282,"bill_number":"S11","title":"Special Senate working group to assess the ongoing impacts of the federal shutdown","description":"Relative to forming a Special Senate working group to assess the ongoing impacts of the federal shutdown.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2019-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S11/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S11","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1171422,"bill_number":"H73","title":"Resolve establishing the Massachusetts government assistance task force to address the statewide impacts of the 2018-2019 federal government shutdown","description":"Resolve establishing the Massachusetts government assistance task force to address the statewide impacts of the 2018-2019 federal government shutdown","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Read third, amended and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2019-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H73/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H73","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1171571,"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 2019-2020","description":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2019-2020","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S18","last_action_date":"2019-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S8/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1171720,"bill_number":"S9","title":"Proposed Joint Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the Joint Rules governing the 2019-2020 legislative session","description":"Proposed Joint Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the Joint Rules governing the 2019-2020 legislative session","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S17","last_action_date":"2019-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S9/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1173178,"bill_number":"H72","title":"Resolve establishing the Massachusetts Government Assistance task force to address the statewide impacts of the 2018-2019 federal government shutdown","description":"By Representative Blais of Sunderland and Senator Comerford, a joint petition of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford for an investigation by a task force (including members of the General Court) to address the statewide impacts of the 2018-2019 federal government shutdown.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a resolve with the same title, H73","last_action_date":"2019-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H72/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H72","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1177459,"bill_number":"H2021","title":"Order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House, No. 2021). January 28, 2019","description":"Order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House, No. 2021). January 28, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-28","last_action":"Senate concurred in the House further amendment","last_action_date":"2019-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2021","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1177585,"bill_number":"H2019","title":"Order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of House Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House, No. 2019). January 28, 2019","description":"Order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House, No. 2019). January 28, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-28","last_action":"Published as amended, see H2020","last_action_date":"2019-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2019","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1180945,"bill_number":"H2023","title":"Order regarding amendments for H2019","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. January 30, 2019.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-30","last_action":"Adopted, see H2019","last_action_date":"2019-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2023","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1181339,"bill_number":"H2024","title":"Order regarding amendments for H2021","description":"Order regarding amendments for H2021","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-30","last_action":"Adopted, see H2021","last_action_date":"2019-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2024","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1182362,"bill_number":"S13","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S13/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S13","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1182450,"bill_number":"S14","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S14/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S14","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1182539,"bill_number":"S12","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to voting rights","description":"Relative to voting rights. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S12/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S12","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1182637,"bill_number":"S15","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-14","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S15/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S15","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1182728,"bill_number":"S16","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars","description":"By Mr. Lewis, a petition of Jason M. Lewis, Mike Connolly, Jack Patrick Lewis, Julian Cyr and other members of the General Court for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S16/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S16","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1186344,"bill_number":"H2020","title":"The Rules of the House of Representatives for the 191st General Court, governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions [Including an Index] , as amended and adopted by the House","description":"House order No. 2019, the Rules of the House of Representatives for the 191st General Court, governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions [Including an Index] , as amended and adopted by the House. January 30, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","last_action":"H2019, published as amended","last_action_date":"2019-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2020","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1186677,"bill_number":"H74","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-02-04","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4003","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H74/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H74","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1186839,"bill_number":"S17","title":"Proposed Joint Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the Joint Rules governing the 2019-2020 legislative session","description":"Proposed Joint Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the Joint Rules governing the 2019-2020 legislative session","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","last_action":"Report accepted, as amended - see Roll Call #7 [39 YEAS - 0 NAYS]","last_action_date":"2019-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S17/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1187001,"bill_number":"S19","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-04","last_action":"See H2021","last_action_date":"2019-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S19/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S19","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1194892,"bill_number":"H75","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Pamela Gellar, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Pamela Gellar, an employee of the Department of Children and Families.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-02-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H75/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H75","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1198300,"bill_number":"H76","title":"Relative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material","description":"Relative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H76/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H76","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1198465,"bill_number":"S20","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. Temporary Senate Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S20/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S20","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1202948,"bill_number":"S21","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the term of judicial officers","description":"Relative to the term of judicial officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-16","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S21/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S21","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1210432,"bill_number":"H77","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anna Paula Ferreira an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Anna Paula Ferreira, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-04-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H77/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H77","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1212886,"bill_number":"S23","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Pierre Richard Nortelus, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Pierre Richard Nortelus, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-04-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S23/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S23","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1213009,"bill_number":"S22","title":"Authorizing the town of Tewksbury to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Tewksbury to grant 8 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":"2019-02-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2970","last_action_date":"2020-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S22/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S22","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1214555,"bill_number":"H57","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. 56) 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H57/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H57","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214557,"bill_number":"H52","title":"Relative to the pro rating of creditable service","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to the pro rating of creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H52/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H52","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214564,"bill_number":"H28","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol laws","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to modernizing the Massachusetts alcohol laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H28/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214567,"bill_number":"H53","title":"Relative to life insurance proceeds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to life insurance proceeds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H53/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H53","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214568,"bill_number":"H36","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE program","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to the 401(k) CORE program. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H36/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H36","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214579,"bill_number":"H37","title":"Establishing an online lottery","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to establishing an online lottery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H37/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H37","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214580,"bill_number":"H32","title":"Relative to explosive bonds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to explosive bonds. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H32/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H32","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214584,"bill_number":"H16","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 15) as relates to said system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H16/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H16","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214595,"bill_number":"H8","title":"Relative to higher education boards of trustees","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 7) as relates to higher education boards of trustees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4075","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H8/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214596,"bill_number":"H41","title":"Investing in the Commonwealth’s schools","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to investing in the Commonwealth’s schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H41/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H41","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214599,"bill_number":"H17","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 15) as relates to pension forfeiture. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H21","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H17/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214611,"bill_number":"H51","title":"Relative to joint and last survivor allowance for judicial retirement benefits","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to joint and last survivor allowance for judicial retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H51/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H51","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214613,"bill_number":"H34","title":"Relative to Treasury operations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to treasury operations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H34/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H34","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214617,"bill_number":"H40","title":"Relative to Keno licenses","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to Keno licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4305","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H40/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H40","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214626,"bill_number":"H48","title":"Relative to non-commonwealth entities within the state employees’ retirement system","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to non-commonwealth entities within the state employees’ retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H48/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H48","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214630,"bill_number":"H54","title":"Enhancing consumer protection with respect to unclaimed property","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to enhancing consumer protection with respect to unclaimed property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H54/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H54","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214635,"bill_number":"H12","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H12/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H12","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214641,"bill_number":"H4","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214647,"bill_number":"H3","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Auditor of the Commonwealth","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Auditor of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214650,"bill_number":"H38","title":"Modernizing Lottery payment options","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to modernizing Lottery payment options. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H202","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H38/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H38","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214655,"bill_number":"H61","title":"To establish uniform collaborative law","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to establishing uniform collaborative law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H61/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H61","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214657,"bill_number":"H44","title":"Ensuring investment equality","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to ensuring investment equality. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H44/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H44","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214660,"bill_number":"H45","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to membership in the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H45/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H45","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214668,"bill_number":"H33","title":"Relative to motor vehicles and aircraft","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to motor vehicles and aircraft. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H33/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H33","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214676,"bill_number":"H19","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H19/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H19","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214677,"bill_number":"H7","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Office of the Inspector General","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Office of the Inspector General","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H7/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H7","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214684,"bill_number":"H58","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. 56) as relates to renaming the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act and making other amendments thereto. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H58/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H58","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214687,"bill_number":"H47","title":"Relative to eligible prior service","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to eligible prior service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H47/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H47","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214691,"bill_number":"H21","title":"Relative to pension forfeiture","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to pension forfeiture. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H21/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H21","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214697,"bill_number":"H20","title":"Providing for continuing education credits flexibility","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to providing for continuing education credits flexibility for retirement board members. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H20/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H20","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214706,"bill_number":"H14","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. 12) 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H14/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H14","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214712,"bill_number":"H64","title":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H64/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H64","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214714,"bill_number":"H13","title":"Relative to horse racing and wagering","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (House, No. 12) as relates to horse racing and wagering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H13/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H13","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214718,"bill_number":"H25","title":"Relative to modifications of retirement allowances","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to modifications of retirement allowances. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H25/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H25","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214727,"bill_number":"H11","title":"Revising Chapter 30B","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 7) as relates to revising Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H11/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H11","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214728,"bill_number":"H27","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Office of the State Treasurer","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Office of the State Treasurer","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H27/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H27","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214731,"bill_number":"H31","title":"Relative to surety bonds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to surety bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H31/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H31","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214744,"bill_number":"H23","title":"Relative to the recovery of overearnings","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to the recovery of overearnings. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H23/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H23","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214745,"bill_number":"H42","title":"Relative to financial literacy","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to financial literacy. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H114","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H42/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H42","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214749,"bill_number":"H50","title":"Relative to the use of electronic signatures under Chapter 32","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to the use of electronic signatures under Chapter 32. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2019-12-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H50/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H50","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214758,"bill_number":"H15","title":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"Legislative recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H15/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H15","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214761,"bill_number":"H60","title":"Making uniform certain aspects of mediation","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to making uniform certain aspects of mediation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H60/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H60","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214762,"bill_number":"H22","title":"Relative to veterans’ buyback","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to veterans’ buyback. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H22/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H22","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214772,"bill_number":"H30","title":"Relative to the deposit of public monies","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to the deposit of public monies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5054","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H30/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214773,"bill_number":"H63","title":"Relative to the Uniform Unsworn Foreign Declarations Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to the Uniform Unsworn Foreign Declarations Act. The Judiciary","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H63/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H63","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214779,"bill_number":"H10","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 7) as relates to Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H10/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214786,"bill_number":"H49","title":"Relative to benefit options related to judicial retirement","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to benefit options related to judicial retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H49/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H49","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214789,"bill_number":"H9","title":"Relative to Chapter 12A","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 7) as relates to further regulating the laws pertaining to said office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H9/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214794,"bill_number":"H59","title":"Revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H59/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H59","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214802,"bill_number":"H43","title":"Relative to student debt","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to student debt. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H43/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H43","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214806,"bill_number":"H6","title":"Improving government accountability","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving government accountability. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H6/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H6","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214808,"bill_number":"H29","title":"Authorizing charity alcohol auctions","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to authorizing charity alcohol auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H29/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H29","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214813,"bill_number":"H35","title":"Relative to the SMART Plan","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to the SMART Plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5039","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H35/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H35","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214823,"bill_number":"H5","title":"Improving the internal controls within state agencies","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving the internal controls within state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214824,"bill_number":"H39","title":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to lottery compliance investigations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4300","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H39/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H39","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214832,"bill_number":"H18","title":"Establishing a special commission on retirement credit purchases","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (House, No. 15) as relates to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) on retirement credit purchases. Public Service","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H18/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H18","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214835,"bill_number":"H56","title":"Legislative recommendations of the COMMISSION ON UNIFORM STATE LAWS","description":"Legislative recommendations of the COMMISSION ON UNIFORM STATE LAWS","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H56/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H56","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214838,"bill_number":"H46","title":"Relative to group classification","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to group classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H46/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H46","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214847,"bill_number":"H62","title":"Revising the law recognizing foreign-country money judgments","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 56) as relates to revising the law recognizing foreign country money judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H62/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H62","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214848,"bill_number":"H24","title":"Relative to wages","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to wages. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H24/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H24","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214850,"bill_number":"H26","title":"Relative to accidental disability and Group 1 emotional distress","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 19) as relates to accidental disability and Group 1 emotional distress. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H26/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H26","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214870,"bill_number":"H83","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":"2019-02-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H83/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H83","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1214900,"bill_number":"H55","title":"Requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 27) as relates to requiring public pension fund divestment from ammunition and firearms. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H55/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H55","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1214932,"bill_number":"H86","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars","description":"By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition of James J. O'Day and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amendment agreed to - see Senate  Roll Call #73 and House Roll Call 77","last_action_date":"2019-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H86/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H86","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1214960,"bill_number":"H82","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H82/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H82","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1214992,"bill_number":"H85","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H85/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H85","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1215024,"bill_number":"H78","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide for no excuse absentee voting","description":"By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition of Michael J. Moran and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide for no excuse absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported favorably by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H78/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H78","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1215060,"bill_number":"H81","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the oaths and affirmations of public office","description":"Relative to the oaths and affirmations of public office. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H81/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H81","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1215093,"bill_number":"H80","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to use of gender in the Massachusetts Constitution","description":"Relative to use of gender in the Constitution of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H80/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H80","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1215123,"bill_number":"H84","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to define the succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor","description":"Relative to a succession plan for a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment reported adversely by committee and placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H84/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H84","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1215157,"bill_number":"H79","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for a constitutional right to health care","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon and Mindy Domb for a proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to establish the right to health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H79/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H79","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1217300,"bill_number":"H483","title":"Relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act)","description":"Relative to safety and violence education for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4431","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H483","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1217301,"bill_number":"H232","title":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding","description":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H232","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217303,"bill_number":"H336","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H336","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1217304,"bill_number":"H116","title":"Establishing the employability task force","description":"For legislation to establish a special task force (including members of the General Court) to review and report on the economic impact of welfare reform in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H116","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1217305,"bill_number":"H255","title":"Regulating of pipelines","description":"Relative to further regulating natural gas pipelines. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H255","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217306,"bill_number":"H446","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H446","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217308,"bill_number":"H259","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H259","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217309,"bill_number":"H250","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H250","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217310,"bill_number":"H235","title":"Relative to the sale of alcohol at retail","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages at retail by automated or self-checkout. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H235","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1217311,"bill_number":"H386","title":"Relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to redistribute Category II gaming license revenue between the Race Horse Development Fund and the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5107","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H386","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217314,"bill_number":"H242","title":"Relative to sonographers and vascular technologists","description":"Relative to sonographers and vascular technologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H242","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217316,"bill_number":"H154","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relative to the eligibility of certain persons for the personal care attendant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H154","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217317,"bill_number":"H374","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H374","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1217318,"bill_number":"H299","title":"Relative to the privacy of lottery winners","description":"Relative to the privacy of lottery winners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H299","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217320,"bill_number":"H437","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"By Ms. DuBois of Brockton, a petition of Michelle M. DuBois, Michael D. Brady and José F. Tosado 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4426","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H437","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1217322,"bill_number":"H218","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S107","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H218","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1217323,"bill_number":"H399","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition of Brian M. Ashe and others 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4426","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H399","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1217324,"bill_number":"H348","title":"Resolve creating a special commission to protect residents from telephone and electronic fraud","description":"By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) for the purpose of studying the issue of telephone and internet scams targeting elderly residents of the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H348","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1217330,"bill_number":"H482","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education","description":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H482","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1217333,"bill_number":"H296","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H296","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217335,"bill_number":"H186","title":"Relative to housing production plans","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to deny housing applications that are inconsistent with housing production plans. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H186","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217336,"bill_number":"H210","title":"Relative to the direct wine shipper license","description":"Relative to the direct wine shipper licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H210","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217338,"bill_number":"H430","title":"Relative to student impact rating","description":"Relative to the use of educator evaluation systems or teacher performance standard to measure an individual educator’s impact on student learning, growth, or achievement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H430","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217339,"bill_number":"H136","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H136","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1217342,"bill_number":"H189","title":"Adjusting area median income based on zip code.","description":"Relative to the calculation of area median income in municipalities with a population over 100,000 residents. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H189","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1217343,"bill_number":"H93","title":"Regarding transparency for individuals and guardians","description":"By Mr. Cahill of Lynn, a petition of Daniel Cahill that the Department of Developmental Services make available certain information on corporate and state-operated provider agencies. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4483","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H93/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H93","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217344,"bill_number":"H171","title":"Establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"By Mr. Ultrino of Malden, a petition of Steven Ultrino 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4497","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H171","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1217346,"bill_number":"H273","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4454","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H273","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217347,"bill_number":"H344","title":"To promote alcohol storage space","description":"Relative to the storage of certain alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H344","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1217349,"bill_number":"H152","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H152","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1217351,"bill_number":"H389","title":"Relative to the use of slot machines in veterans’ organizations for its members and invited guests","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to issue limited slot machine licenses to veterans’ organizations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H389","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1217353,"bill_number":"H341","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H341","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1217354,"bill_number":"H284","title":"To enhance, update, and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H284","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1217355,"bill_number":"H254","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H254","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217358,"bill_number":"H364","title":"Relative to the rural policy advisory commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to enhance the economic vitality of rural communities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H364","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1217363,"bill_number":"H466","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H466","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217364,"bill_number":"H225","title":"Authorizing the town of Plainville to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to grant six additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4692","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H225","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217367,"bill_number":"H164","title":"Improving front-line service coordinators quality of care","description":"Relative to human service coordinator caseload ratios established by the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H164","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1217369,"bill_number":"H228","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H228","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1217371,"bill_number":"H360","title":"Relative to licensing of liquor retailers","description":"For legislation to authorize consolidated purchasing of alcoholic beverages by certain licensees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H360","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1217372,"bill_number":"H445","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5025","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H445","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217374,"bill_number":"H369","title":"To strategically plan for the commercial fishing industry","description":"Relative to the commercial fishing, shellfish and seafood industries. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H369","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217375,"bill_number":"H418","title":"Relative to transparency and accountability in charter school finance","description":"Relative to charter school finances. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H418","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217376,"bill_number":"H347","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H347","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1217378,"bill_number":"H211","title":"To establish licensing standards for drain cleaners","description":"For legislation to establish licensing standards for drain cleaners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H211","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217382,"bill_number":"H388","title":"Updating gateway municipalities","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to enter into agreements for consideration as gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H388","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1217383,"bill_number":"H480","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H480","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1217384,"bill_number":"H150","title":"Relative to the safety, dignity, and civil rights of persons experiencing homelessness","description":"Relative to the rights of persons experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4688","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H150","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1217385,"bill_number":"H278","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H278","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1217389,"bill_number":"H452","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H452","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1217390,"bill_number":"H449","title":"Relative to special education in the foundation budget","description":"Relative to special education in the foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H449","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217392,"bill_number":"H367","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"By Representatives Cutler of Duxbury and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition of Josh S. Cutler, Kathleen R. LaNatra and others that the Office of Business Development establish a MassMade program to identify, connect and support businesses that produce consumer goods in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S213","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H367","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1217394,"bill_number":"H112","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4485","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H112","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1217395,"bill_number":"H311","title":"Relative to protecting residential electric customers","description":"Relative to protecting residential electric customers from execution of new contracts for generation services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H311","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217396,"bill_number":"H408","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H408","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1217401,"bill_number":"H204","title":"Relative to equine dentistry","description":"Relative to equine dentistry. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H204","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1217402,"bill_number":"H315","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H315","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217403,"bill_number":"H145","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"Relative to establishing within the Department of Transitional Assistance an agricultural healthy incentives program operated in partnership with the Department of Agricultural Resources and the Department of Public Health. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4232","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H145","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1217408,"bill_number":"H373","title":"Relative to sports wagering","description":"Relative to sports wagering. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H373","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217409,"bill_number":"H214","title":"Relative to consumer rights of renters","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain supplemental fees levied against prospective tenants or current tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4452","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H214","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217410,"bill_number":"H203","title":"Relative to licensure of equine dentists","description":"Relative to licensure of equine dentists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H203","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1217411,"bill_number":"H313","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H313","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217413,"bill_number":"H428","title":"Relative to universal full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H428","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217414,"bill_number":"H381","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H381","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217415,"bill_number":"H135","title":"Relative to the tuition of children in department of housing and community development family shelters","description":"Relative to the tuition of children under the control of the Department of Transitional Assistance living in family shelters. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H135","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1217416,"bill_number":"H365","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H365","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217421,"bill_number":"H370","title":"Relative to designated port areas","description":"For legislation to establish a designated port area community fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H370","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217423,"bill_number":"H260","title":"Relative to license suspensions","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage license suspensions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H260","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217426,"bill_number":"H106","title":"Foster parents bill of rights","description":"Relative to a foster parents bill of rights. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4162","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H106","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1217427,"bill_number":"H172","title":"Relating to authorizing supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities","description":"Relative to establishing supported decision-making for adults with certain disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4349","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H172","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1217429,"bill_number":"H184","title":"Relative to state grants targeting minority communities","description":"Relative to state grants targeting minority communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H184","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217433,"bill_number":"H102","title":"To reduce deep poverty among kids","description":"Relative to the monthly benefits for certain recipients of the aid to parents with dependent children and emergency aid programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H102","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217434,"bill_number":"H105","title":"To promote employment","description":"Relative to education or training activities for purposes of meeting work requirements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4484","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H105","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217435,"bill_number":"H443","title":"Prohibiting the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2593","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H443","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1217440,"bill_number":"H338","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H338","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1217442,"bill_number":"H465","title":"Relative to the reimbursement of school-based care","description":"Relative to MassHealth reimbursements to local educational authorities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5053","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H465","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1217444,"bill_number":"H119","title":"Relative to enhancing public transparency to support quality care outcomes in all child serving organizations","description":"For legislation to further regulate public transparency in child serving organizations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H119","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217445,"bill_number":"H361","title":"Authorizing the town of Athol to grant 6 additional liquor licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Athol be authorized to grant six additional liquor licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H361","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1217450,"bill_number":"H453","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H453","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1217452,"bill_number":"H292","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":"Relative to 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. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3795","last_action_date":"2019-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H292","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217453,"bill_number":"H432","title":"To ensure equal access to education, including special education services, for all students in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to access to education including special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H432","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217454,"bill_number":"H456","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H456","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1217455,"bill_number":"H233","title":"Relative to alcoholic beverage containers","description":"Relative to the size of alcoholic beverage containers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H233","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1217457,"bill_number":"H298","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H298","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217458,"bill_number":"H392","title":"Relative to Mass save for vehicles","description":"By Ms. Robinson of Framingham, a petition of Maria Duaime Robinson and others that the Department of Energy Resources study the branding, marketing, and funding of electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging equipment, and fuel-efficient vehicle incentive programs. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H392","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1217460,"bill_number":"H215","title":"Relative to posting information about the National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline","description":"Relative to the posting of information about the National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline at hair salons or cosmetology schools. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4451","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H215","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217461,"bill_number":"H96","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H96/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H96","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217464,"bill_number":"H290","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H290","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1217465,"bill_number":"H265","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H265","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217466,"bill_number":"H355","title":"Further regulating the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees","description":"Relative to the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H355","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1217469,"bill_number":"H99","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H99/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H99","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1217471,"bill_number":"H429","title":"To promote collaboration at level 4/5 schools","description":"Relative to under performing schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H429","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217472,"bill_number":"H479","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"Relative to early education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H479","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1217475,"bill_number":"H121","title":"Relative to programs to promote self-sufficiency and decrease dependence on government provided assistance","description":"Relative to the use of micro business assistance allowances or self-employment assistance allowances in lieu of transitional assistance for needy families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H121","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217477,"bill_number":"H330","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H330","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217478,"bill_number":"H461","title":"Relative to teaching the history of working people","description":"Relative to directing the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to include the history of working people and the labor movement in the United States in its academic standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H461","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217479,"bill_number":"H371","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H371","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1217480,"bill_number":"H288","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for any person holding a license as a real estate broker or salesman","description":"Relative to continuing education requirements for persons holding licenses as real estate brokers or salesmen. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H288","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1217486,"bill_number":"H156","title":"To create a human services training initiative","description":"By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition of James J. O'Day that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services provide critical training and continuing education for human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H156","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217487,"bill_number":"H90","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H90/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H90","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1217490,"bill_number":"H362","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. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H362","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1217492,"bill_number":"H241","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H241","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217493,"bill_number":"H104","title":"To lift the cap on kids","description":"Relative to aid to parents with dependent children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted, see H3594","last_action_date":"2019-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H104","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217494,"bill_number":"H375","title":"Relative to creating a public advancement fund","description":"Relative to creating a public advancement fund with monies transferred from registration and renewal fees from online gaming, daily fantasy sports, and online sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5107","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H375","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217497,"bill_number":"H308","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4297","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H308","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1217498,"bill_number":"H329","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H329","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217501,"bill_number":"H420","title":"Relative to school counselors","description":"By Mr. Cahill of Lynn, a petition of Daniel Cahill that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to oversee a school counselors pilot program in certain municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H420","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217503,"bill_number":"H335","title":"Relative to sheet metal work","description":"Relative to the awarding of sheet metal work contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H335","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1217505,"bill_number":"H289","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H289","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1217506,"bill_number":"H368","title":"To responsibly protect employment and revenue derived from the Commonwealth’s gaming industry","description":"For legislation to authorize Category 2 gaming licensees to host table games and slot machines. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5107","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H368","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217507,"bill_number":"H234","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 motor vehicle dealer licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H234","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1217512,"bill_number":"H178","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5052","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H178","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217513,"bill_number":"H176","title":"To establish an office of youth development","description":"For legislation to establish within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, a state-wide office of youth development. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4488","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H176","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1217514,"bill_number":"H363","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H363","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1217515,"bill_number":"H366","title":"To regulate sports wagering","description":"Relative to establishing and regulating sports wagering in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H366","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1217517,"bill_number":"H454","title":"Providing for mandatory recess time in elementary schools","description":"Relative to mandatory recess time in elementary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H454","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1217518,"bill_number":"H197","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4451","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H197","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1217521,"bill_number":"H94","title":"Relative to accessibility at gas station","description":"By Mr. Cahill of Lynn, a petition of Daniel Cahill that the Office on Disability conduct a comprehensive study to investigate accessibility to gas pumps at gas stations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H94/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H94","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217524,"bill_number":"H352","title":"Prohibiting robocalls to all mobile telephone devices","description":"For legislation to regulate robocalls to mobile telephone devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H352","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1217526,"bill_number":"H391","title":"Relative to reprogrammed human skin cells for embryonic stem cell research","description":"Relative to reprogrammed human skin cells for embryonic stem cell research. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H391","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217527,"bill_number":"H334","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H334","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1217528,"bill_number":"H359","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H359","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1217532,"bill_number":"H331","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2567","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H331","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217533,"bill_number":"H212","title":"Further regulating storage of alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation to further regulate the storage of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H212","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217534,"bill_number":"H117","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H117","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217536,"bill_number":"H279","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H279","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1217537,"bill_number":"H131","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4024","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H131","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1217539,"bill_number":"H426","title":"Relative to recess for elementary school children","description":"Relative to recess for elementary school children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H426","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217540,"bill_number":"H192","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H335","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H192","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1217542,"bill_number":"H191","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H191","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1217544,"bill_number":"H108","title":"To promote healthy families","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide neonatal and postnatal home parenting education and home visiting program for certain at-risk newborns. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H108","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1217551,"bill_number":"H174","title":"Concerning public assistance for working families and the creation of a pilot program to address the impacts of the cliff effect","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program to mitigate cliff effects for low-income individuals or families that are working and receiving public assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H174","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1217553,"bill_number":"H326","title":"Relative to the filing of annual returns by small public charities","description":"Relative to the filing of annual returns by small public charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H326","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1217554,"bill_number":"H122","title":"To establish a working group on adverse childhood experiences","description":"Relative to establishing a working group on adverse childhood experiences and childhood trauma. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4679","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H122","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1217556,"bill_number":"H415","title":"To reduce barriers to education and career opportunities","description":"Relative to high school graduation competency determinations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H415","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217557,"bill_number":"H262","title":"Further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors","description":"Relative to further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H262","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217562,"bill_number":"H339","title":"Relative to alcohol purchasing discounts","description":"Relative to alcohol purchasing discounts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H339","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1217564,"bill_number":"H272","title":"Authorizing pub brewer self distribution and sales on Sundays","description":"For legislation to authorize pub brewers to sell at retail certain malt beverages and products on Sundays and legal holidays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H272","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217565,"bill_number":"H226","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H226","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217567,"bill_number":"H261","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H261","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217568,"bill_number":"H267","title":"Regulating complaints from clients against home inspectors","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich (by request), a petition of Ralph M. Crossen regulating complaints from clients against home inspectors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H267","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217569,"bill_number":"H409","title":"Evaluating providing additional educational assistance to school districts with low or declining enrollment","description":"By Representative Blais of Sunderland and Senator Comerford, a joint petition of Natalie M. Blais, Joanne M. Comerford and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be authorized to conduct a feasibility study of an adjustment to the formula for aid to be allocated to school districts with low or declining enrollment as a component of the foundation budget process. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H409","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1217570,"bill_number":"H87","title":"Relative to applied behavior analysis services","description":"By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero and others that the Division of Medical Assistance provide coverage for applied behavior analysis treatments for certain individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H87/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H87","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1217574,"bill_number":"H92","title":"Relative to improving treatment and continuity of care for patients living with HIV","description":"Relative to Division of Medical Assistance coverage for the treatment and continuity of care for patients living with HIV. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H92/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H92","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217575,"bill_number":"H98","title":"Relative to family day care disclosures","description":"For legislation to require family child care licensees to disclose when such licensees are not covered by liability insurance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H98/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H98","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1217576,"bill_number":"H406","title":"Related to MCAS Exemption","description":"Relative to statewide educational goals for the developmentally disabled. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H406","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1217578,"bill_number":"H167","title":"Relative to same day drug screens and tests","description":"By Mr. Tucker of Salem, a petition of Paul F. Tucker that the Division of Medical Assistance ensure for same day drug screens and tests. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H167","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1217583,"bill_number":"H196","title":"Relative to kosher food signage","description":"Relative to kosher food signage. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H196","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1217586,"bill_number":"H455","title":"Relative to wages for substitute teacher","description":"Relative to wages for substitute teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H455","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1217589,"bill_number":"H157","title":"Regarding background checks on foster parents","description":"Relative to the reporting of foster parents found not to be responsible for abuse or neglect of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H157","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217590,"bill_number":"H464","title":"Establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group","description":"Relative to establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H464","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1217591,"bill_number":"H312","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H312","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217592,"bill_number":"H155","title":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H155","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217595,"bill_number":"H165","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H165","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1217596,"bill_number":"H182","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5052","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H182","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217597,"bill_number":"H181","title":"Establishing a commission to study journalism in underserved communities","description":"Relative to local journalism in underserved communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H181","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1217601,"bill_number":"H394","title":"To establish a commission related to opportunity zones in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a commission related to opportunity zones in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H394","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1217602,"bill_number":"H405","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H405","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1217603,"bill_number":"H195","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H195","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1217604,"bill_number":"H377","title":"To regulate online gaming, daily fantasy, and online sports betting","description":"For legislation to regulate online gaming, daily fantasy, and online sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H377","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217606,"bill_number":"H307","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H307","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1217607,"bill_number":"H436","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H436","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1217608,"bill_number":"H263","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H263","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217610,"bill_number":"H285","title":"Relative to apportionment of lottery revenues","description":"Relative to apportionment of lottery revenues. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H285","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1217612,"bill_number":"H240","title":"Relative to notification of alcohol by volume in beers to be consumed on the premises","description":"Relative to notification of alcohol by volume in beers to be consumed on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H240","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217613,"bill_number":"H412","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. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4426","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H412","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1217615,"bill_number":"H459","title":"Relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to authorize the addition of two teachers on the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H459","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217621,"bill_number":"H398","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H398","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1217622,"bill_number":"H268","title":"Relative to alcoholic beverage sales","description":"Relative to sales of alcoholic beverage at discounted prices at certain establishments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H268","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217623,"bill_number":"H314","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H314","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217625,"bill_number":"H162","title":"To ensure equitable health coverage for children","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable health coverage for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H162","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1217628,"bill_number":"H201","title":"Relative to municipal millennials","description":"Relative to discounted prices for alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H201","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217629,"bill_number":"H404","title":"To ensure parity for all child care providers","description":"By Ms. Barber of Somerville, a petition of Christine P. Barber and others that the Department of Early Education and Care reimburse family child care providers and center-based providers at the same rate. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H404","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1217630,"bill_number":"H161","title":"Establishing a commission to study the status of people with disabilities within 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H161","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1217633,"bill_number":"H205","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3949","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H205","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217634,"bill_number":"H128","title":"To support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled","description":"Relative to equal access to community care for elders and disabled persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H128","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1217637,"bill_number":"H306","title":"Authorizing certain officials in the town of Hull to issue 1-day licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages and common victualler and entertainment licenses","description":"Relative to authorizing certain officials in the town of Hull to issue 1-day licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages and common victualler and entertainment licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H306","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1217640,"bill_number":"H343","title":"Authorizing the town of Palmer to issue additional liquor licenses","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Palmer to issue three additional liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H343","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1217642,"bill_number":"H222","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H222","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1217644,"bill_number":"H463","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H463","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1217645,"bill_number":"H356","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4310","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H356","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1217647,"bill_number":"H97","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H97/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H97","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1217648,"bill_number":"H433","title":"Establishing mandatory school lockdown drills in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing mandatory lockdown drills in public and private elementary and secondary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4431","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H433","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217649,"bill_number":"H384","title":"Relative to a loan forgiveness task force","description":"Relative to economic impacts of loan forgiveness programs to ensure that college graduates stay, work, and build businesses in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H384","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217650,"bill_number":"H407","title":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation","description":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H407","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1217652,"bill_number":"H230","title":"Relative to the direct sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption","description":"Relative to the direct sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H230","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217656,"bill_number":"H435","title":"Concerning the fiscal impact of charter schools on public education","description":"Relative to the fiscal impact of charter schools on public education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H435","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1217658,"bill_number":"H346","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H346","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1217660,"bill_number":"H137","title":"Relative to mandated reporter reform","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to review existing mandated reporter laws and regulations and to improve the response to, and prevention of, child abuse and neglect. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H137","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1217661,"bill_number":"H143","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H143","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1217663,"bill_number":"H256","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H256","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217664,"bill_number":"H125","title":"Establishing an independent office of quality assurance","description":"Relative to establishing an independent office of quality assurance for persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H125","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1217666,"bill_number":"H248","title":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products","description":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S149","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H248","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1217667,"bill_number":"H207","title":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","description":"Relative to the economic impact of minimum pricing laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H207","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217668,"bill_number":"H397","title":"To prevent concussion and head injury","description":"Relative to head gear for students who participate in soccer contests. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H397","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1217680,"bill_number":"H324","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H324","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1217681,"bill_number":"H221","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H221","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1217682,"bill_number":"H468","title":"Resolve creating a special commission to study school starting times and schedules","description":"By Messrs. Gentile of Sudbury and Brodeur of Melrose, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Paul Brodeur and others for the establishment of a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study school starting times and schedules. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4430","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H468","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1217684,"bill_number":"H110","title":"Banning conversion therapy","description":"For legislation to prohibit practices by health care providers that attempt to change sexual orientation or gender identity. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H110","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217685,"bill_number":"H448","title":"Relative to student data privacy","description":"Relative to student data privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4642","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H448","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217686,"bill_number":"H217","title":"Relative to motor vehicle mechanics","description":"For legislation to establish a board of examiners of motor vehicle mechanics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H217","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1217688,"bill_number":"H173","title":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income","description":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4498","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H173","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1217690,"bill_number":"H277","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4308","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H277","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1217691,"bill_number":"H243","title":"In protection of personal identity","description":"Relative to the protection of personal identity. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H243","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1217696,"bill_number":"H414","title":"To achieve universal pre-kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission for the purpose of making an investigation and study relative to how to expand universal pre-kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H414","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217698,"bill_number":"H188","title":"To establish to an industrial mill building task force","description":"For legislation to establish an industrial mill building revitalization task force (including members of the General Court) to stimulate the re-development, rehabilitation and revitalization of industrial mill buildings and surrounding areas in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H188","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1217699,"bill_number":"H88","title":"Relative to community based day support services","description":"Relative to community based day support services appropriate to the needs of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H88/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H88","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1217700,"bill_number":"H350","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H350","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1217701,"bill_number":"H160","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H160","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1217703,"bill_number":"H425","title":"Relative to early literacy education","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education establish a grant program to be known as the early literacy education grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H425","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1217704,"bill_number":"H175","title":"Relative to parents acting as personal care attendants","description":"Relative to parents acting as personal care attendants. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H175","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1217706,"bill_number":"H185","title":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities","description":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4323","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H185","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217707,"bill_number":"H419","title":"Ensuring equitable MSBA incentives","description":"Relative to school building assistance for certain approved school project. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H419","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217711,"bill_number":"H342","title":"To promote equity among lessors","description":"For legislation to require that real estate brokers fees be paid by lessors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4452","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H342","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1217712,"bill_number":"H258","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H258","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217715,"bill_number":"H450","title":"Authorizing the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District to enter into solar power generation agreements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District to enter into solar power generation agreements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1971","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H450","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1217717,"bill_number":"H169","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H169","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1217719,"bill_number":"H301","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H301","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217720,"bill_number":"H300","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H300","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217722,"bill_number":"H209","title":"Relative to the registration of veterinarians","description":"Relative to the registration of veterinarians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H209","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217724,"bill_number":"H358","title":"Clarifying telephone solicitation","description":"Relative to further regulating telephone solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H358","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1217726,"bill_number":"H457","title":"Protecting student privacy","description":"Relative to protecting student privacy. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H457","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1217727,"bill_number":"H238","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H238","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1217732,"bill_number":"H229","title":"To protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to assertions of patent infringement made in bad faith. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2484","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H229","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1217734,"bill_number":"H473","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"Relative to physical education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H473","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1217735,"bill_number":"H244","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H244","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1217737,"bill_number":"H139","title":"Relative to parentage to promote children's security","description":"Relative to the adjudication or determination of parentage. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4965","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H139","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1217739,"bill_number":"H179","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H179","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217740,"bill_number":"H349","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H349","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1217741,"bill_number":"H472","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H472","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1217743,"bill_number":"H337","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H337","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1217744,"bill_number":"H319","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to Central Gas and Market Inc. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3939","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H319","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1217745,"bill_number":"H266","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H266","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217746,"bill_number":"H249","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H249","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1217748,"bill_number":"H89","title":"To bring child support home","description":"Relative to recovered amounts of child support obligations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H89/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H89","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1217753,"bill_number":"H320","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises to Water Street Meat Market, LLC. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3940","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H320","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1217754,"bill_number":"H385","title":"Relative to the student entrepreneurial and economic investment fund","description":"For legislation to establish a student entrepreneurial and economic investment fund to provide an opportunity for interested students to gain entrepreneurial and early-stage business development experience and establish a relationship between the public higher education system and the business community. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5032","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H385","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217756,"bill_number":"H417","title":"Relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings","description":"Relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4428","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H417","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217758,"bill_number":"H305","title":"To support tourism in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the identification required for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2567","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H305","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217759,"bill_number":"H275","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H275","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217760,"bill_number":"H274","title":"Relative to retail transactions","description":"For legislation to remove the prohibition of discrimination against cash buyers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H274","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217763,"bill_number":"H123","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H123","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1217766,"bill_number":"H309","title":"Relative to updating the plumbing code in order to accommodate agricultural uses","description":"By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition of Lenny 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H309","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1217770,"bill_number":"H138","title":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","description":"For legislation to increase the rate of reimbursement for certain human services providers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4236","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H138","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1217771,"bill_number":"H402","title":"To promote social-emotional learning","description":"For legislation to encourage strategies to develop school students’ social-emotional learning competencies. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H402","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1217773,"bill_number":"H469","title":"To eliminate the use of the MCAS as the sole purpose for high school graduation","description":"By Mr. Gonzalez of Springfield, a petition of Carlos Gonzalez and others that the MCAS test, so called, or other state-developed standardized tests, shall not be a component of the competency determination for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H469","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217774,"bill_number":"H144","title":"Ensuring positive transition for at-risk youth","description":"For legislation to provide residential or custodial services to ensure positive transitions for at-risk youths. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4492","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H144","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1217776,"bill_number":"H327","title":"Relative to craft brewers","description":"Relative to craft brewers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H327","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1217777,"bill_number":"H287","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H287","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1217778,"bill_number":"H206","title":"Relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license","description":"Relative to the issuance of class 1 dealers' licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H206","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217779,"bill_number":"H281","title":"Relative to alcohol sales on Thanksgiving","description":"Relative to alcohol sales on Thanksgiving. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H281","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1217781,"bill_number":"H257","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H257","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217782,"bill_number":"H431","title":"To place a moratorium on high stakes testing","description":"For legislation to place a moratorium on high stakes testing and to direct the State Auditor to investigate the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H431","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217783,"bill_number":"H475","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4292","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H475","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1217789,"bill_number":"H100","title":"To promote employment for people with disabilities","description":"For legislation to promote employment for people with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H100","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1217790,"bill_number":"H345","title":"Relative to retailer-backed coupons","description":"Relative to the issuance of coupons to customers for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H345","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1217791,"bill_number":"H283","title":"To reduce discriminatory restrictions by enhancing transparency in ticket sales","description":"For legislation to reduce discriminatory restrictions by enhancing transparency in ticket sales. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H283","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1217793,"bill_number":"H142","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H142","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1217795,"bill_number":"H271","title":"Relative to the right to cure provision in franchise agreements","description":"Relative to the notice of discontinuance of sales by alcoholic beverage manufacturers, importers and wholesalers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H271","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217796,"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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1776","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1217804,"bill_number":"H333","title":"Relative to direct mailings","description":"Relative to direct mailings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H333","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1217806,"bill_number":"H163","title":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"For legislation to establish a loan repayment program for certain human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H163","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1217807,"bill_number":"H252","title":"Establishing farmer-cideries and authorizing the sale of farmer-cidery products at farmers’ markets","description":"By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition of Kate Hogan and others that the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission be authorized to establish farmer-cidery licenses and authorizing the sale of farmer-cidery products at farmers’ markets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H252","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1217809,"bill_number":"H177","title":"Relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development","description":"Relative to urban renewal and economic development in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4325","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H177","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217810,"bill_number":"H458","title":"Relative to standards for highly qualified teachers in institutional settings","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education use certain evaluations for teachers in institutional settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H458","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217812,"bill_number":"H180","title":"Regarding municipal master plans","description":"Relative to municipal master plans. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H180","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1217813,"bill_number":"H130","title":"Establishing a special commission to study women and homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study women and homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4490","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H130","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1217815,"bill_number":"H109","title":"Creating a licensing process for personal care attendants","description":"By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley and Michael J. Soter that the Secretary of Health and Human Services promulgate a process for licensing and licensing renewal of personal care attendants. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H109","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217819,"bill_number":"H280","title":"Requiring health clubs to display their membership fees","description":"Relative to requiring health clubs to display their membership fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4454","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H280","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1217820,"bill_number":"H390","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. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H390","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217821,"bill_number":"H103","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"Relative to state benefits and assistance for certain children in homeless families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4374","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H103","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1217823,"bill_number":"H236","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4298","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H236","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1217826,"bill_number":"H127","title":"To establish a registry of caretakers found to have substantiated abuse against persons with intellectual disability or developmental disability","description":"By Mr. Haggerty of Woburn, a petition of Richard M. Haggerty, Jerald A. Parisella and Jonathan Hecht establishing 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4074","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H127","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1217828,"bill_number":"H237","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H237","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217830,"bill_number":"H276","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4298","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H276","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1217832,"bill_number":"H286","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Relative to secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H286","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1217833,"bill_number":"H323","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H323","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1217834,"bill_number":"H227","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H227","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1217835,"bill_number":"H403","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to require training and preparation in the use of augmentative and alternative communication for students who are nonverbal or who have limited speech for certain educator licenses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4427","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H403","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1217840,"bill_number":"H387","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5107","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H387","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217841,"bill_number":"H194","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H194","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1217842,"bill_number":"H321","title":"Relative to the cancellation of gym memberships","description":"Relative to the cancellation of gym memberships. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H321","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1217844,"bill_number":"H149","title":"Resolve A Resolve to better prepare the Commonwealth for climate change refugees","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission supported by the Department of Health and Human Services to better prepare the Commonwealth for climate change refugees. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4494","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H149","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1217846,"bill_number":"H247","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H247","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1217848,"bill_number":"H293","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H293","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217849,"bill_number":"H474","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","description":"Relative to child suicide. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H474","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1217852,"bill_number":"H470","title":"Relative to affordable and accessible high quality early education and care","description":"Relative to affordable and accessible high quality early education and care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H470","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1217853,"bill_number":"H380","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H380","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1217854,"bill_number":"H91","title":"Relating to phone service for foster children","description":"Relative to certain foster children being provided smart phones to assure additional oversight and protection. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H91/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H91","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1217855,"bill_number":"H147","title":"To keep siblings together","description":"For legislation relative to the placement of foster children with their siblings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5000","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H147","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1217858,"bill_number":"H253","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H253","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217860,"bill_number":"H269","title":"Relative to cider","description":"Relative to the definition of cider . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H269","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217861,"bill_number":"H202","title":"Modernizing Lottery payment options","description":"Relative to Lottery payment options. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H202","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1217867,"bill_number":"H302","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H302","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217869,"bill_number":"H224","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H224","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1217870,"bill_number":"H223","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H223","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1217872,"bill_number":"H216","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H216","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1217875,"bill_number":"H401","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H401","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1217876,"bill_number":"H251","title":"Relative to charitable alcohol donations","description":"For legislation to authorize temporary licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to nonprofit charitable corporations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H251","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1217878,"bill_number":"H151","title":"Relative to DCF criminal background checks","description":"Relative to criminal background checks for employees of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H151","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1217879,"bill_number":"H183","title":"Relative to the development of a strategy supporting micro businesses in inner city communities","description":"For legislation to establish the micro and minority business strategy committee to develop strategies for supporting micro businesses in inner city communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H183","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217881,"bill_number":"H351","title":"Relative to farmer-wineries","description":"Relative to farmer-wineries license fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H351","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1217882,"bill_number":"H264","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H264","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1217885,"bill_number":"H114","title":"Relative to financial literacy","description":"For legislation to provide financial literacy services to persons receiving financial assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H114","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217886,"bill_number":"H190","title":"To establish the Western Massachusetts balanced sustainable development commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Western Massachusetts balanced sustainable development commission. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H190","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1217887,"bill_number":"H410","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to sexual health education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H410","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1217889,"bill_number":"H393","title":"To establish an entrepreneur learner's permit program","description":"By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition of Jeffrey N. Roy, Michael J. Soter and Joseph D. McKenna that the Massachusetts Technology Park Corporation establish an entrepreneur learner's permit program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H393","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1217891,"bill_number":"H451","title":"Investing in the Commonwealth’s schools","description":"Relative to School Building Authority assistance grants. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H451","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217892,"bill_number":"H168","title":"The establishment of 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4024","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H168","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1217893,"bill_number":"H124","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H913","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H124","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1217894,"bill_number":"H193","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S112","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H193","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1217896,"bill_number":"H303","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H303","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217897,"bill_number":"H120","title":"To establish an office of youth development","description":"For legislation to establish an office of youth development. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4488","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H120","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217900,"bill_number":"H416","title":"To require school attendance up to age 18 or until graduation","description":"For legislation to require school attendance up to age 18 or until graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H416","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1217902,"bill_number":"H322","title":"To promote horse racing in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote horse racing in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H322","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1217904,"bill_number":"H231","title":"Relative to partial payment","description":"For legislation to further regulate residential contracting agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4299","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H231","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1217908,"bill_number":"H310","title":"Providing for refrigeration apprentice licenses","description":"Relative to providing for refrigeration apprentice licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4309","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H310","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1217910,"bill_number":"H422","title":"To improve literacy skills","description":"For legislation to establish an elementary school literacy grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H422","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1217911,"bill_number":"H118","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection, and custody of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to children in the care, protection, and custody of the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4487","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H118","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217914,"bill_number":"H460","title":"Regarding certifications of librarians","description":"Relative to the certification of librarians. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H460","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1217916,"bill_number":"H213","title":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding","description":"Relative to thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H213","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217917,"bill_number":"H153","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H153","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1217918,"bill_number":"H316","title":"Repealing a ban on credit card surcharges","description":"Relative to imposing surcharges on cardholders who elect to use credit cards in lieu of payment by cash, check or similar means. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H316","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1217921,"bill_number":"H208","title":"Relative to large project based licenses","description":"Relative to large project based alcoholic beverages licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H208","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217927,"bill_number":"H376","title":"Relative to public priority funding","description":"For legislation to establish a public advancement fund from registration and renewal fees from online gaming, daily fantasy sports, and online sports betting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5107","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H376","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217928,"bill_number":"H134","title":"Relative to the use of electronic benefit transfer cards with regard to online grocery delivery services","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of electronic benefit transfer cards for online grocery delivery services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H134","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1217929,"bill_number":"H325","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H325","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1217930,"bill_number":"H317","title":"Relative to wildlife rehabilitators","description":"Relative to wildlife rehabilitators. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4456","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H317","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1217932,"bill_number":"H442","title":"To ensure the health and safety of children","description":"By Representatives Dykema of Holliston and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema, Hannah Kane and others that the Department of Early Education and Care promulgate regulations requiring that private child care programs ensure that license-exempt programs serving infants through kindergarten-age children comply with basic health and safety standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4429","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H442","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1217933,"bill_number":"H438","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H438","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1217934,"bill_number":"H133","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4491","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H133","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217935,"bill_number":"H441","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to assess fees for certain school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H441","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1217938,"bill_number":"H113","title":"Establishing a foster parents bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a bill of rights for foster parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4162","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H113","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1217941,"bill_number":"H396","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H396","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1217942,"bill_number":"H291","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H291","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1217947,"bill_number":"H219","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H219","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1217948,"bill_number":"H421","title":"Requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools","description":"Relative to requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H421","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1217949,"bill_number":"H379","title":"Relative to increasing education funding","description":"Relative to the regulation of online gaming and daily fantasy sports and increasing education funding from monies received from such activities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H379","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217951,"bill_number":"H424","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H424","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1217952,"bill_number":"H295","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4140","last_action_date":"2019-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H295","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217954,"bill_number":"H146","title":"Relative to a supportive technology commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the general Court) relative to supportive technology that positively impacts the lives of residents with developmental disabilities at home and in our communities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4493","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H146","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1217955,"bill_number":"H141","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4347","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H141","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1217958,"bill_number":"H239","title":"For all licensees for beer to be drunk on the premises must list the alcohol by volume for each beer selection on the menu","description":"Relative to the listing of the alcohol by volume for beer selections on menus. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H239","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217959,"bill_number":"H378","title":"Relative to sports betting and public funding","description":"Relative to sports betting and online gaming and the establishment of a public advancement fund with monies received from such activities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H378","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1217960,"bill_number":"H297","title":"Relative to claiming charitable raffle prizes","description":"Relative to claiming charitable raffle prizes. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H297","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1217963,"bill_number":"H372","title":"Relative to sports wagering","description":"Relative to sports wagering. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H372","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1217965,"bill_number":"H440","title":"To protect student privacy","description":"For legislation to prohibit school administrators and other employees from searching the personal mobile devices of students without reasonable cause. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H440","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1217967,"bill_number":"H200","title":"Relative to the licensure of swimming pool builders and service contractors","description":"Relative to the licensing of swimming pool builders and service contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4139","last_action_date":"2019-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H200","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1217968,"bill_number":"H357","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H357","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1217970,"bill_number":"H220","title":"Relative to negative equity","description":"Relative to certain businesses providing loans. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4307","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H220","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1217971,"bill_number":"H198","title":"Relative to wholesale alcoholic beverage purchases","description":"Relative to wholesale alcoholic beverage purchases. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H198","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1217972,"bill_number":"H245","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"Relative to registered interior designers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4453","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H245","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1217975,"bill_number":"H411","title":"Relative to charter school admissions","description":"Relative to charter school admissions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H411","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1217978,"bill_number":"H328","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H328","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217979,"bill_number":"H467","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H467","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1217983,"bill_number":"H159","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 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H159","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217985,"bill_number":"H158","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4495","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H158","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1217988,"bill_number":"H282","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H282","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1217989,"bill_number":"H132","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H132","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1217991,"bill_number":"H101","title":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","description":"For legislation to protect persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities from abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4074","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H101","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1217993,"bill_number":"H318","title":"Amending chapter 138","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverages tastings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H318","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1217994,"bill_number":"H170","title":"To establish an Office of Youth Development","description":"For legislation to establish a state-wide office of youth development within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4488","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H170","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1217995,"bill_number":"H434","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H434","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1217997,"bill_number":"H270","title":"Relative to written agreements with distributors","description":"Relative to written agreements between manufacturers and distributors of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H270","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1217998,"bill_number":"H354","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H354","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1217999,"bill_number":"H427","title":"Relative to providing health education in schools","description":"Relative to providing health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H410","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H427","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218001,"bill_number":"H246","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and consumer rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H246","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218003,"bill_number":"H462","title":"Relating to outside special needs placement","description":"Relative to the placement of certain special needs students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H462","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218004,"bill_number":"H400","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H400","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218006,"bill_number":"H304","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S105","last_action_date":"2019-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H304","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218008,"bill_number":"H423","title":"Establishing a gateway low income student trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a gateway low income student trust fund for certain school districts impacted by the change in the low-income enrollment measurement in the foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H423","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1218009,"bill_number":"H166","title":"Relative to studying best practices for ensuring the safety of blind persons","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and determine best practices to ensure the safety of blind persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4348","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H166","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218016,"bill_number":"H395","title":"Relative to science, technology, engineering, arts and math, or STEAM","description":"For legislation to add arts education to the STEM advisory council. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H395","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1218018,"bill_number":"H111","title":"Establishing a pilot program to improve coordination of mental health care for system-involved youth","description":"Relative to establishing a pilot program to improve coordination of mental health care for system-involved youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H111","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218019,"bill_number":"H353","title":"Relative to amend a Master plumbers or gas fitters, journeymen and apprentices; licensing; advertising; display of license of certificate","description":"Relative to gas fitters licenses for employees of gas companies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H353","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218021,"bill_number":"H382","title":"Relative to internet service provider data","description":"Relative to the collection, use, disclosure or dissemination of personal information from customers of telecommunications or internet service providers. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5032","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H382","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218023,"bill_number":"H294","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to grant three licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises and three licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4455","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H294","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218024,"bill_number":"H107","title":"Establishing a diaper benefits pilot program","description":"Relative to establishing a diaper benefits pilot program within the Department of Public Health. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H107","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1218025,"bill_number":"H126","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4489","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H126","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218026,"bill_number":"H383","title":"Relative to a 5G technology task force","description":"Relative to the economic and regulatory impacts of fifth generation (5G) cellular mobile communications. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H383","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218030,"bill_number":"H340","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H340","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218031,"bill_number":"H115","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4486","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H115","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218032,"bill_number":"H140","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-04-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H140","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218033,"bill_number":"H148","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H148","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218035,"bill_number":"H444","title":"Providing for the creation of a permanent commission relative to the education of American Indian and Alaska Native residents of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent commission on American Indian and Alaska Native education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H444","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1218036,"bill_number":"H199","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4306","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H199","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1218037,"bill_number":"H439","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 municipalities or regional school districts 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H439","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1218038,"bill_number":"H478","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts School Building Authority","description":"Relative to school building assistance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H478","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1218040,"bill_number":"H413","title":"Relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H413","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218041,"bill_number":"H187","title":"Improving housing opportunities and the Massachusetts economy","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances and by-laws and improving housing opportunities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5052","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H187","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1218042,"bill_number":"H447","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H447","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1218053,"bill_number":"H588","title":"Requiring privacy protections and supporting safer technology in schools","description":"Relative to requiring privacy protections and supporting safer technology in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H588","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1218054,"bill_number":"H557","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H557","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218055,"bill_number":"H524","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H524","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1218056,"bill_number":"H666","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H666","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1218057,"bill_number":"H593","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H593","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1218058,"bill_number":"H605","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"Relative to the licensing and conduct of home care aid agencies. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H605","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1218059,"bill_number":"H510","title":"Establishing an educational mandate task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to review existing state mandates placed on public schools and districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H510","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1218060,"bill_number":"H642","title":"Relative to political contributions","description":"Relative to political campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H642","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218061,"bill_number":"H632","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H632","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1218062,"bill_number":"H558","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 Department of Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H558","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218063,"bill_number":"H699","title":"Relative to designation of polling places","description":"Relative to the prohibition of alcohol in designated polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H699","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1218064,"bill_number":"H598","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H598","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218065,"bill_number":"H476","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H476","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218066,"bill_number":"H487","title":"Relative to special education funding reform","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H487","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218067,"bill_number":"H512","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to the calculation of the special education reimbursement funding program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H512","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1218068,"bill_number":"H535","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H535","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1218069,"bill_number":"H707","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H707","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218070,"bill_number":"H692","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H692","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1218071,"bill_number":"H668","title":"Improving fiscal transparency","description":"Relative to ballot question fiscal transparency. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H668","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218072,"bill_number":"H582","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H582","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1218073,"bill_number":"H705","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H705","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218074,"bill_number":"H621","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S356","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H621","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218075,"bill_number":"H528","title":"Relative to encouraging and supporting high school graduation","description":"Relative to encouraging and supporting high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H528","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218076,"bill_number":"H729","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the long term management, maintenance and future use of the Boston Harbor Long and Moon Islands","description":"Relative to the long-term management and maintenance of certain harbor islands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H729","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218077,"bill_number":"H529","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4430","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H529","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218078,"bill_number":"H569","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H569","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218079,"bill_number":"H693","title":"Relative to reprecincting","description":"Relative to reprecincting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H693","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218080,"bill_number":"H547","title":"Relative to increasing access for vulnerable students","description":"Relative to granting enrollment preference to commonwealth charter schools to certain high needs students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H547","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218081,"bill_number":"H806","title":"Relative to increased access of small business to participation in energy savings services and programs","description":"For legislation to direct the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to formulate a plan to increase small business participation in energy savings services and programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H806","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218082,"bill_number":"H805","title":"Relative to regulating the septic industry","description":"Relative to septic system inspections. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4311","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H805","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1218083,"bill_number":"H698","title":"Relative to nomination of candidates for town meeting in the town of Milford","description":"Relative to the nomination of candidates for town meeting in the town of Milford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H698","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1218084,"bill_number":"H752","title":"Requiring reserve electric power at wastewater treatment facilities","description":"Relative to requiring reserve electric power at wastewater treatment facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H752","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1218085,"bill_number":"H477","title":"To assure opportunity for all students with disabilities","description":"Relative to improving procurement procedures to ensure opportunities for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H477","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218086,"bill_number":"H515","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H515","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218087,"bill_number":"H526","title":"Relative to certain teacher fees","description":"Relative to reimbursement for application and tuition fees for certain teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H526","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218088,"bill_number":"H849","title":"Resolve to protect and preserve family camping in Massachusetts","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S449","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H849","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218089,"bill_number":"H527","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H527","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218090,"bill_number":"H734","title":"Relative to abandoned vessels on DCR property","description":"Relative to abandoned vessels on certain state property. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H734","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1218091,"bill_number":"H742","title":"Relative to DCR yacht club fees reflecting waterway access","description":"Relative to the lease of property used by non-profit yacht clubs and other non-profit organizations operating boating programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H742","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218092,"bill_number":"H656","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H656","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218093,"bill_number":"H700","title":"Relative to voter registration sessions","description":"Relative to voter registration sessions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H700","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1218094,"bill_number":"H669","title":"Increasing voter registration and participation to help prevent recidivism","description":"Relative to increasing voter registration and participation of people incarcerated for felony convictions to help prevent recidivism. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H669","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1218095,"bill_number":"H785","title":"To regulate hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to regulate hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S522","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H785","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218096,"bill_number":"H566","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Relative to requiring instruction on the Holocaust and genocide in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4433","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H566","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1218097,"bill_number":"H587","title":"Reducing public school nonionizing radiation and wireless exposures","description":"Relative to reducing exposures to non-ionizing radiation stemming from wireless connectivity and electricity in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H587","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1218098,"bill_number":"H570","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H504","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H570","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1218099,"bill_number":"H627","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H627","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218100,"bill_number":"H597","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H597","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218101,"bill_number":"H618","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5135","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H618","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218102,"bill_number":"H871","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H871","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218103,"bill_number":"H876","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H876","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1218104,"bill_number":"H520","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 Russell E. Holmes 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H520","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218105,"bill_number":"H623","title":"Allowing spouses as caregivers","description":"Relative to authorizing spouses to be caregivers in the adult foster care and personal attendant programs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H623","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1218106,"bill_number":"H830","title":"Relative to water supply records","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and Michael J. Soter that the Department of Environmental Protection be required to report violations of standards or regulations regulating the quality of water used for drinking, domestic or culinary purposes to the Department of Public Health. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H830","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218107,"bill_number":"H481","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H481","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218108,"bill_number":"H868","title":"Establishing a commission on livestock shelter requirements","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on livestock shelter requirements within the Department of Agricultural Resources to develop standards for the appropriate sheltering of livestock from weather elements. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H868","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218109,"bill_number":"H780","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H780","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1218110,"bill_number":"H880","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3947","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H880","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218111,"bill_number":"H956","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4810","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H956","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1218112,"bill_number":"H955","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H955","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1218113,"bill_number":"H946","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H946","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1218114,"bill_number":"H980","title":"To improve child and adolescent mental health services","description":"Relative to the definition of licensed mental health professional in the insurance laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H980","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218115,"bill_number":"H614","title":"To improve Alzheimer's’ and dementia care in senior care options programs","description":"For legislation to Improve Alzheimer's’ and dementia care in senior care options programs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H614","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218116,"bill_number":"H811","title":"Decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food","description":"Relative to date labels on food packaging of products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H811","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1218117,"bill_number":"H488","title":"Relative to increasing education funding","description":"Relative to increasing education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H488","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218118,"bill_number":"H901","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H901","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218119,"bill_number":"H1064","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1064","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218120,"bill_number":"H973","title":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance quotes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4643","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H973","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1218121,"bill_number":"H1047","title":"Relative to surchargeable incidents","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surchargeable incidents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1047","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218122,"bill_number":"H936","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H936","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1218136,"bill_number":"H1435","title":"Relative to pet adoption safety","description":"Relative to the penalty for the abuse of certain animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2494","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1435","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218137,"bill_number":"H1764","title":"Relative to zoning voting thresholds","description":"Relative to zoning voting thresholds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1764","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1218138,"bill_number":"H997","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H997","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1218139,"bill_number":"H502","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 for effective resource allocation decisions at the local level. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H502","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218140,"bill_number":"H1034","title":"To strengthen the state credit union charter","description":"Relative to the state credit union charter. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1034","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218141,"bill_number":"H539","title":"Relative to the use of computer-adaptive assessments in K-12 education","description":"Relative to the use of computer-adaptive assessments in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H539","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218142,"bill_number":"H1769","title":"Supporting affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to certain real estate transactions","description":"Relative to supporting affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to certain real estate transactions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1769","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1218143,"bill_number":"H1139","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1139","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1218144,"bill_number":"H1122","title":"Relative to capital of credit unions","description":"Relative to capital of credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1122","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1218145,"bill_number":"H1176","title":"Studying outpatient care costs","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and others that the Health Policy Commission and the Center for Health Information and Analysis conduct an analysis and issue a report on incentivizing access to high quality cost effective outpatient care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1176","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218146,"bill_number":"H904","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H904","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218147,"bill_number":"H1609","title":"Updating overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers","description":"Relative to overtime protections for certain middle class workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4025","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1609","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1218148,"bill_number":"H1397","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1397","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218149,"bill_number":"H1168","title":"Establishing a commission to review contracts between pharmaceutical benefit managers and MassHealth","description":"Relative to contracts between the MassHealth program and pharmaceutical benefit managers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1168","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218150,"bill_number":"H1318","title":"Setting a housing production goal for the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing a housing production goal for the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1318","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218153,"bill_number":"H1473","title":"Relative to expungement of certain civil court orders obtained through intentionally false allegations","description":"Relative to expungement of certain civil court orders obtained through intentionally false allegations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1473","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1218154,"bill_number":"H1437","title":"Relative to visitation and family court matters in domestic violence cases","description":"Relative to visitation and family court matters in domestic violence cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1437","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1218156,"bill_number":"H495","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5025","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H495","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218157,"bill_number":"H1058","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1058","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1218159,"bill_number":"H1219","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1219","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218160,"bill_number":"H1772","title":"Relative to recreational facilities and zoning","description":"Relative to recreational facilities and zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1772","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218161,"bill_number":"H1012","title":"Relative to establishing a financial technology task force","description":"Relative to financial technology operations and current bank charter regulations in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1012","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218163,"bill_number":"H1811","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1811","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1218164,"bill_number":"H506","title":"Relative to non-academic surveys administered in a public school","description":"For legislation to require school districts to adopt a policy governing the administration of non-academic surveys or questionnaires to students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H506","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218165,"bill_number":"H563","title":"Expanding the special education reimbursement program","description":"Relative to the special education reimbursement program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H563","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218166,"bill_number":"H869","title":"Relative to failed septic systems","description":"Relative to loans for failed septic systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H869","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218167,"bill_number":"H1720","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1164","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1720","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1218168,"bill_number":"H1159","title":"Requiring MassHealth behavioral health care carve out contracts to be subject to the freedom of information statute","description":"Relative to requiring MassHealth behavioral health care carve out contracts to be subject to the freedom of information statute. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1159","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218169,"bill_number":"H645","title":"Relative to ballots for state primary elections","description":"Relative to ballots for state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H645","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1218172,"bill_number":"H1155","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1155","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1218173,"bill_number":"H905","title":"Relative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates","description":"Relative to flood insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H905","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218175,"bill_number":"H1544","title":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors","description":"Relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1544","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218176,"bill_number":"H1083","title":"Providing for non-opioid pain management","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for acupuncture treatment for pain and substance use disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1083","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218179,"bill_number":"H1352","title":"Relative to assault and battery on public employees","description":"Relative to the penalty for assault and battery on public employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1352","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1218180,"bill_number":"H1557","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1557","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1218182,"bill_number":"H1554","title":"Establishing a special commission on adult guardianship and conservatorship practices","description":"Relative to adult guardianship and conservatorship practices in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1554","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218183,"bill_number":"H1393","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1393","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1218184,"bill_number":"H1493","title":"Clarifying consent laws for adolescents","description":"Relative to the penalties for violations of age of consent laws for adolescents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1493","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1218186,"bill_number":"H863","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H863","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218187,"bill_number":"H664","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H664","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218188,"bill_number":"H840","title":"Regarding agricultural composting programs","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. and others that the Department of Food and Agriculture be authorized to establish an agricultural composting program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S435","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H840","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218189,"bill_number":"H1233","title":"Establishing a community college campus hunger pilot program","description":"Relative to establishing a community college campus hunger pilot program to address food insecurity on community college campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1233","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218190,"bill_number":"H1730","title":"To remove barriers to practice for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists","description":"For legislation to improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4535","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1730","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218192,"bill_number":"H1680","title":"Ensuring fair and full employee compensation","description":"Relative to employee compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4462","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1680","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1218194,"bill_number":"H533","title":"Requiring collaboration with MA DOT on school building projects","description":"Relative to requiring collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation on school building projects. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H533","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1218195,"bill_number":"H1236","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1236","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218196,"bill_number":"H1337","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1337","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218199,"bill_number":"H1454","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1454","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218200,"bill_number":"H1243","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1243","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1218201,"bill_number":"H536","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H536","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1218203,"bill_number":"H852","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H852","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1218204,"bill_number":"H1195","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1195","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1218206,"bill_number":"H1043","title":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","description":"Relative to healthcare insurance coverage for dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1043","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218207,"bill_number":"H844","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H844","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218208,"bill_number":"H1214","title":"Committing to higher education the resources to insure a strong and healthy public higher education system","description":"For legislation to provide adequate funding for the Commonwealth’s public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1214","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218209,"bill_number":"H1107","title":"Relative to inactive bank account fees","description":"Relative to fees for certain inactive bank accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1107","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1218210,"bill_number":"H1182","title":"Relative to Medicaid coverage for doula services","description":"Relative to Medicaid coverage for physical, emotional, and educational support services provided by trained professionals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4780","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1182","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1218212,"bill_number":"H1123","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1123","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1218215,"bill_number":"H1698","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1698","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218216,"bill_number":"H1310","title":"Preventing a public housing tenant from using the premises for smoking","description":"For legislation to prevent public housing tenants from using the premises for smoking. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1310","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1218217,"bill_number":"H1711","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1711","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218218,"bill_number":"H808","title":"Relative to lithium-ion batteries","description":"Relative to the recovery and recycling of lithium-ion motor vehicle batteries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H808","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218219,"bill_number":"H1051","title":"Promoting HMO billing flexibility","description":"Relative to quarterly billing by health maintenance organizations for certain health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1051","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218221,"bill_number":"H1001","title":"Relative to behavioral health telemedicine","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for behavioral health telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1001","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218222,"bill_number":"H1605","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5086","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1605","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218224,"bill_number":"H792","title":"Relative to the prohibition of the transfer or use of glyphosate in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the transfer or use of glyphosate in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4413","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H792","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218226,"bill_number":"H738","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H738","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218231,"bill_number":"H1205","title":"Relative to training tomorrow’s truck drivers","description":"By Mr. Brodeur of Melrose, a petition of Paul Brodeur and David F. DeCoste that the Board of Higher Education be authorized to establish a program to support training and education programs that address the workforce shortages of truck drivers for the commercial transportation industry. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1205","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1218232,"bill_number":"H1796","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1796","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218233,"bill_number":"H1081","title":"Relative to real estate disclosure forms","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch and Ann-Margaret Ferrante that the Attorney General promulgate regulations to create a standard disclosure form for residential real estate sales. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1081","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218235,"bill_number":"H1348","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1348","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1218237,"bill_number":"H789","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S522","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H789","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218238,"bill_number":"H1742","title":"Relative to public safety notification for sober homes","description":"By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy, Carole A. Fiola and Bruce J. Ayers 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1742","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1218239,"bill_number":"H1284","title":"Relative to smart growth school cost reimbursement","description":"Relative to smart growth zoning districts. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1284","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218240,"bill_number":"H661","title":"Relative to early voting ballots","description":"Relative to affidavits required for voter participation for early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H661","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218241,"bill_number":"H501","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H501","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218242,"bill_number":"H711","title":"Relative to absentee voting","description":"Relative to absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H711","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218243,"bill_number":"H1461","title":"Relative to juror service","description":"Relative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1461","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218244,"bill_number":"H1446","title":"To require the reporting of satisfaction of judgments awarding money damages","description":"Relative to the reporting of satisfaction of judgments awarding money damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1446","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218246,"bill_number":"H1409","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1409","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218247,"bill_number":"H1499","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1499","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1218248,"bill_number":"H1751","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1751","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218249,"bill_number":"H814","title":"To open the Massachusetts lobster fishery","description":"For legislation to authorize commercial lobster fisherman to fish according to their permit for 12 months a year in state waters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H814","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1218250,"bill_number":"H753","title":"Relative to public space recycling","description":"Relative to recycling by state agencies. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S470","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H753","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218251,"bill_number":"H832","title":"To create a 2050 roadmap to a clean and thriving commonwealth","description":"For legislation to address climate protection, green economy and global warming solutions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3983","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H832","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218252,"bill_number":"H1475","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"Relative to donations of food to persons in need. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1475","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1218254,"bill_number":"H1316","title":"Relative to the stabilization of rents in towns and cities facing distress in the housing market","description":"Relative to the stabilization of rents in cities and towns facing distress in the housing market. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1316","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218258,"bill_number":"H1463","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1463","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218259,"bill_number":"H817","title":"To protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats","description":"For legislation to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H817","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1218260,"bill_number":"H1793","title":"To update the public shade tree law","description":"For legislation to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1793","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1218262,"bill_number":"H1000","title":"Relative to mental health providers","description":"Relative to mental health providers and insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1000","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218263,"bill_number":"H745","title":"Reducing paper and packaging waste in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reducing paper and packaging waste in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H745","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1218264,"bill_number":"H1500","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1500","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1218265,"bill_number":"H1489","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1489","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218266,"bill_number":"H1210","title":"Relative to student debt","description":"Relative to providing notices of the total outstanding or pending loan obligations for University of Massachusetts students. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1210","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1218268,"bill_number":"H1335","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1335","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218270,"bill_number":"H471","title":"Relative to science curriculum standards","description":"Relative to science curriculum standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H471","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218271,"bill_number":"H1413","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1413","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1218272,"bill_number":"H760","title":"Restricting the use of effluent water in cooling towers","description":"Relative to the use of effluent water in cooling towers. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H760","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218275,"bill_number":"H1700","title":"Ensuring access to addiction services","description":"Relative to ensuring access to addiction services to residents of secure facilities approved by the Department of Public Health or the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4531","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1700","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218277,"bill_number":"H715","title":"Relative to election day registration","description":"Relative to election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H715","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218279,"bill_number":"H1555","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1555","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218280,"bill_number":"H740","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H740","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218281,"bill_number":"H686","title":"Relative to the disclosure of foreign monetary donations","description":"Relative to the disclosure of foreign monetary campaign donations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H686","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218282,"bill_number":"H1085","title":"Relative to the collaborative agreement of a public health dental hygienist","description":"Relative to medical malpractice insurance coverage to dentists on the basis of written collaborative agreements with public health dental hygienists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1085","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218284,"bill_number":"H894","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H894","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1218286,"bill_number":"H706","title":"Relative to the duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth as an election officer","description":"Relative to the duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth as an election officer. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H706","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1218287,"bill_number":"H1265","title":"To protect families experiencing homelessness from having to sleep in unsafe places","description":"Relative to emergency housing assistance for certain eligible families. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1265","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218288,"bill_number":"H560","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H560","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1218290,"bill_number":"H1604","title":"Relative to the small necessities leave act","description":"Relative to family and medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1604","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218291,"bill_number":"H912","title":"To increase ensure dependent health coverage for adults with disabilities","description":"Relative to dependent health insurance coverage for adults with disabilities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H912","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218293,"bill_number":"H1536","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1536","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218294,"bill_number":"H1597","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights","description":"Relative to collective bargaining rights. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1597","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218296,"bill_number":"H1194","title":"Establishing Medicare for all in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to providing access to health care services for all residents through a single payer Medicare for all health care financing system. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1194","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1218297,"bill_number":"H518","title":"Strengthening recovery high schools","description":"Relative to strengthening recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H518","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218301,"bill_number":"H681","title":"To extend early voting for all elections","description":"Relative to early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H681","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1218302,"bill_number":"H913","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"For legislation to increase consumer transparency regarding insurance provider networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4012","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H913","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218303,"bill_number":"H1325","title":"To establish a task force to review housing production and equity in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to review housing production and equity in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1325","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1218304,"bill_number":"H1601","title":"Requiring OSHA training","description":"For legislation to require that certain construction industry employers provide occupational safety and health administration training to employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1601","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218305,"bill_number":"H1197","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1197","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1218306,"bill_number":"H803","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H803","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1218307,"bill_number":"H859","title":"To improve plastic bottles and their recycling","description":"Relative to the sale of single-use beverage containers and the minimum content standard for plastic beverage containers. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H859","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218308,"bill_number":"H1407","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1407","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218310,"bill_number":"H522","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in schools","description":"Relative to requiring carbon monoxide alarms in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4426","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H522","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218311,"bill_number":"H576","title":"Relative to updating the education foundation budget","description":"Relative to updating the education foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H576","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1218312,"bill_number":"H872","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H872","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218314,"bill_number":"H1347","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative to rent escrow court actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1347","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1218317,"bill_number":"H1712","title":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","description":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4723","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1712","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1218318,"bill_number":"H500","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H500","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218319,"bill_number":"H1567","title":"Relative to the use of administrative subpoenas to obtain telephone and internet records without judicial review","description":"Relative to the use of administrative subpoenas to obtain telephone and internet records without judicial review. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1567","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218321,"bill_number":"H532","title":"To redefine school construction and reconstruction projects","description":"Relative to school construction and reconstruction projects. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H532","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1218323,"bill_number":"H724","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands","description":"Relative to providing more efficient wetlands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H724","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1218324,"bill_number":"H1391","title":"Supporting universal signs on public bathrooms","description":"Relative to universally understandable restroom signs for public accommodations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1391","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1218325,"bill_number":"H775","title":"Enabling the conservation commissions to consider climate change within their conservation plans","description":"Relative to enabling conservation commissions to consider climate change within conservation plans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H775","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1218326,"bill_number":"H903","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H903","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218331,"bill_number":"H732","title":"Protecting the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to environmental land replacement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S459","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H732","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218332,"bill_number":"H1141","title":"Relative to children with medical complexity","description":"By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition of Claire D. Cronin and others that the Health Policy Commission conduct an analysis of children with medical complexity in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H913","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1141","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1218333,"bill_number":"H1089","title":"Relative to colon screenings","description":"Relative to co-payments, deductibles, coinsurance or other cost-sharing requirements for colon screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1089","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1218334,"bill_number":"H1451","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1451","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218335,"bill_number":"H1199","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"Relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1199","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1218336,"bill_number":"H961","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H961","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218338,"bill_number":"H626","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H626","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218341,"bill_number":"H1011","title":"Relative to check cashing schedules","description":"For legislation to limit fees imposed on check cashing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1011","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218343,"bill_number":"H826","title":"Relative to environmental justice in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to environmental equity in the location of power plants, highways, and airports. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4264","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H826","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1218345,"bill_number":"H1292","title":"Establishing an affordable housing qualification commission","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing qualifications and recertification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1292","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218346,"bill_number":"H1040","title":"Relative to pediatric plans of care","description":"Relative to pediatric plans of care under certain insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1040","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1218347,"bill_number":"H1836","title":"Relative to hillside protection","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to establish ridgeline and hillside protection district review boards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1836","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1218348,"bill_number":"H1652","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"Relative to persons performing job-related services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1652","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1218349,"bill_number":"H613","title":"Relative to intensive case management for clinically complex older adults","description":"Relative to intensive case management for clinically complex older adults. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H613","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218350,"bill_number":"H1778","title":"Relative to public hearing notification for variances from the terms of the applicable zoning ordinance or by-law","description":"Relative to public hearing notifications for variances from the terms of the certain zoning ordinances or by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1778","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218351,"bill_number":"H1142","title":"To cap liability related to hospital financial penalties","description":"Relative to hospital financial penalties for medical assistance recipients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1142","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1218352,"bill_number":"H910","title":"Relative to mental health parity implementation","description":"Relative to mental health or substance use disorder insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H910","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218354,"bill_number":"H1198","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1198","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1218356,"bill_number":"H825","title":"Establishing the commission for a climate-ready commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study how to fund, implement, and prioritize climate resilience and climate adaptation infrastructure projects that will protect against and avoid risks posed and expenses incurred by climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S433","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H825","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1218358,"bill_number":"H942","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H942","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218359,"bill_number":"H1271","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1271","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218361,"bill_number":"H1165","title":"Establishing a community health center transformation fund","description":"Relative to establishing a community health center transformation fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1165","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218363,"bill_number":"H540","title":"Providing for the education of gifted and beyond grade-level children in the public schools of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to providing for the education of gifted and beyond grade-level children in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H540","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218364,"bill_number":"H1342","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1342","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218367,"bill_number":"H1178","title":"Relative to promoting transparency in the pharmaceutical industry","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in the pharmaceutical industry and to establish a prescription drug academic detailing program to enhance the health of residents of the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1178","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1218368,"bill_number":"H1585","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1585","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1218369,"bill_number":"H1376","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1376","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218370,"bill_number":"H1371","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"Relative to private construction contract liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1371","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1218371,"bill_number":"H1278","title":"Resolve relative to housing visitability","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1278","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1218374,"bill_number":"H1613","title":"Allowing legislative employees to unionize","description":"Relative to allowing legislative employees to unionize. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1613","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218375,"bill_number":"H544","title":"To promote collaboration in Horace Mann and innovation schools","description":"For legislation to promote collaboration in Horace Mann and innovation schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H544","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218376,"bill_number":"H1755","title":"To establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in minority communities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4120","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1755","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1218377,"bill_number":"H1066","title":"Requiring the fingerprinting of TNC drivers","description":"Relative to requiring the fingerprinting of transportation network company drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1066","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218378,"bill_number":"H1781","title":"Providing for the establishment of sustainable water resource funds","description":"For legislation to provide for a local option for municipalities to assess fees on new developments to support the cost of expanded or upgraded water infrastructure. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1781","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218380,"bill_number":"H1234","title":"Regarding gender non-specific designation for financial aid forms","description":"Relative to gender non-specific designation on certain financial aid forms provided by the Board of Higher Education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1234","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1218381,"bill_number":"H517","title":"Providing charter school access for local students","description":"Relative to providing priority enrollment for certain students at charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H517","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1218383,"bill_number":"H1526","title":"To further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments","description":"Relative to titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1526","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218384,"bill_number":"H1343","title":"Relative to treatment, not imprisonment","description":"Relative to the testing for the use of alcohol or narcotic drugs or other controlled substances as a condition of release. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1343","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218385,"bill_number":"H1028","title":"To increase access to nurse-midwifery services","description":"For legislation to require insurers to pay nurse midwives the same as physicians for the same service. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1028","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218389,"bill_number":"H1763","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Financial Services","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1763/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1763","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1218392,"bill_number":"H940","title":"To increase limits of liability bonds and policies to protect consumers involved in motor vehicle collisions","description":"For legislation to increase limits of liability bonds and policies to protect consumers involved in motor vehicle collisions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H940","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1218393,"bill_number":"H1505","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1505","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218394,"bill_number":"H1133","title":"To ensure prescription drug cost transparency and affordability","description":"Relative to the pricing of prescription drugs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1133","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218395,"bill_number":"H902","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H902","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218396,"bill_number":"H1773","title":"To protect pets in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the care and sale of cats and dogs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1773","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218397,"bill_number":"H1455","title":"Relative to the enticement of children online","description":"Relative to the online enticement of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1455","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218398,"bill_number":"H1485","title":"To promote efficiency in co-parent adoptions","description":"Relative to the adoption of certain children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1485","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218400,"bill_number":"H842","title":"To sustain natural and working lands carbon in communities","description":"Relative to carbon stock on natural and working lands and the release of measurable greenhouse gases. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H842","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1218402,"bill_number":"H976","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H976","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1218404,"bill_number":"H625","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2774","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H625","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218405,"bill_number":"H1247","title":"Requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants","description":"Relative to requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1247","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1218406,"bill_number":"H516","title":"Relative to student identification cards","description":"Relative to student identification cards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Recovery","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H516","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1218407,"bill_number":"H1263","title":"To promote affordable housing","description":"Relative to comprehensive housing needs assessment and the promotion of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1263","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218408,"bill_number":"H1289","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"Relative to site plan zoning review. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1289","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218409,"bill_number":"H1767","title":"Clarifying municipal authority regarding foreclosures","description":"Relative to municipal authority regarding foreclosures. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1767","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1218410,"bill_number":"H1753","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1753","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218412,"bill_number":"H1717","title":"Advancing public health and safety using fentanyl testing strips","description":"Relative to the public health and public safety outcomes of the use of fentanyl testing strips by individuals addicted to opioid and other substances. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1717","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1218414,"bill_number":"H1053","title":"Expanding coverage of dental procedures","description":"Relative to expanding coverage of dental procedures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1053","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218416,"bill_number":"H1569","title":"Relative to furthering the success of opiate intervention programs","description":"Relative to immunity from prosecution for certain first responders for providing or transferring opioid antagonists to certain persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1569","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218417,"bill_number":"H791","title":"Relative to improving pesticide protections for Massachusetts schoolchildren","description":"Relative to pesticide products eligible for use on the outdoor grounds of schools, child care centers or school age child care programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H791","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218419,"bill_number":"H991","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H991","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1218421,"bill_number":"H1615","title":"Relative to non-disclosure agreements relating to a claim of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment or violation of public policy in employment","description":"Relative to non-disclosure agreements relating to a claim of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment or violation of public policy in employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1615","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218422,"bill_number":"H568","title":"Relative to the school turnaround process","description":"Relative to turnaround plans for underperforming and chronically underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H568","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218424,"bill_number":"H1492","title":"Expanding access to adoption","description":"Relative to expanding access to adoption. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1492","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1218425,"bill_number":"H1082","title":"Relative to dental insurance assignment of benefits","description":"Relative to dental insurance assignment of benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1082","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218426,"bill_number":"H1283","title":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts","description":"Relative to housing authority executive director contracts. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1283","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218429,"bill_number":"H1517","title":"To prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications","description":"For legislation to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudication. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2805","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1517","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1218430,"bill_number":"H935","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts infrastructure bank","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts infrastructure bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H935","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1218433,"bill_number":"H960","title":"Expanding automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition of William J. Driscoll, Jr., and others that automobile insurance coverage options include the diminished value of vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H960","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1218434,"bill_number":"H888","title":"Designating a certain water spray deck park within the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Melnea A. Cass Recreation Complex in the Roxbury neighborhood of the city of Boston as the “Nakieka “Kiki” Taylor Water Deck”","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation to designate a certain water spray deck park within the Melnea A. Cass Recreation Complex in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Nakieka “Kiki” Taylor Water Deck. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3867","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H888","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1218435,"bill_number":"H1086","title":"Stabilizing nonprofit independent DSH community hospitals via competitive commercial insurance rates for their affiliated physicians","description":"Relative commercial insurance rates for physicians affiliated with independent community disproportional share hospitals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1086","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218436,"bill_number":"H1354","title":"Relative to child welfare","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for assault and battery upon a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1354","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1218438,"bill_number":"H722","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H722","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1218439,"bill_number":"H1815","title":"Known as the companion animal protection act of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the protection of animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1815","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1218440,"bill_number":"H575","title":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","description":"Relative to solar power energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4182","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H575","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218442,"bill_number":"H1662","title":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes","description":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4172","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1662","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218443,"bill_number":"H1780","title":"Relative to traffic direction","description":"Relative to the use of white gloves by municipal police officers while directing traffic. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1780","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218447,"bill_number":"H1533","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1533","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1218448,"bill_number":"H1641","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1641","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218449,"bill_number":"H773","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Relative to the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4131","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H773","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1218450,"bill_number":"H1628","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media consumer privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3695","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1628","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218451,"bill_number":"H543","title":"Relative to academic acceleration of K-12 students","description":"Relative to academic acceleration of students in kindergarten through grade twelve. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H543","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218453,"bill_number":"H801","title":"To facilitate and simplify grant application procedures for family farms","description":"For legislation to facilitate and simplify grant application procedures for family farms. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H801","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1218454,"bill_number":"H1649","title":"Relative to the definition of independent contractors","description":"Relative to the definition of independent contractors deemed employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1649","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218455,"bill_number":"H1315","title":"To preserve affordable housing through a local option tenant's right to purchase","description":"For legislation to preserve affordable housing through a local option tenant's right to purchase. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1315","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1218456,"bill_number":"H1593","title":"Relative to time and a half wages","description":"Relative to time and a half wages on Sundays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1593","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218457,"bill_number":"H1477","title":"Relative to the enactment of the Uniform Collateral Consequences of Conviction","description":"Relative to the Uniform Collateral Consequences of Conviction Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1477","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1218459,"bill_number":"H862","title":"Designating a certain playground in the city of Chelsea as the Jack W. Fraser playground","description":"For legislation to designate a certain playground in the city of Chelsea as the Jack W. Fraser playground. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4015","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H862","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218461,"bill_number":"H1014","title":"Relative to association health plans","description":"Relative to requiring that association health plans be subject to minimum credible coverage standards and Division of Insurance review and approval requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1014","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218462,"bill_number":"H1404","title":"Relative to the insanity defense","description":"Relative to the use of insanity as a criminal defense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1404","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1218463,"bill_number":"H1128","title":"Relative to transfers of assets by MassHealth members","description":"Relative to transfers of assets by MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1128","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218464,"bill_number":"H1759","title":"To improve the local infrastructure development program","description":"For legislation to improve the local infrastructure development programs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1759","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218467,"bill_number":"H1377","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1377","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218468,"bill_number":"H1193","title":"Providing for the establishment of a drug cost review commission","description":"Relative to providing for the establishment of a drug cost review commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1193","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1218470,"bill_number":"H1303","title":"Relative to guaranteeing the tenant's right to purchase","description":"Relative to the right of tenants occupying property to make an offer to purchase the property upon owners advertising the property for sale. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1303","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1218471,"bill_number":"H818","title":"To protect pollinator habitat","description":"Relative to opportunities for improving pollinator health. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H818","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1218472,"bill_number":"H1752","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1752","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218476,"bill_number":"H1185","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1185","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1218477,"bill_number":"H1217","title":"Relative to higher education transparency","description":"For legislation to require the annual filing of fiscal health and stability reports by certain colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4075","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1217","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218478,"bill_number":"H1252","title":"Relative to advance rent and security deposits","description":"Relative to rent, landlords and security deposits. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1252","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1218479,"bill_number":"H1521","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1521","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1218481,"bill_number":"H648","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H648","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218482,"bill_number":"H975","title":"Relative to ambulance service reimbursement","description":"Relative to payment for ambulance services provided to certain insured individuals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H975","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1218483,"bill_number":"H624","title":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Sarah K. Peake and others that persons diagnosed with HIV or AIDS be eligible for home care to be administered by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S364","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H624","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1218486,"bill_number":"H672","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H672","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218487,"bill_number":"H1775","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3998","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1775","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218490,"bill_number":"H783","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H783","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218491,"bill_number":"H1577","title":"Authorizing electronic signatures on search warrant applications","description":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures on search warrant applications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1577","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1218492,"bill_number":"H953","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H953","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218494,"bill_number":"H1667","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1667","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1218495,"bill_number":"H750","title":"To save recycling costs in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to recycling costs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H750","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218496,"bill_number":"H1653","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1653","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":1218497,"bill_number":"H1279","title":"Relative to housing service coordinators","description":"Relative to housing service coordinators. Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4615","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1279","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218498,"bill_number":"H1031","title":"Relative to insurance company rebates","description":"Relative to insurance company rebates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1031","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218499,"bill_number":"H585","title":"To promote student nutrition","description":"Relative to promoting student nutrition. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4434","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H585","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1218500,"bill_number":"H977","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H977","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218502,"bill_number":"H1007","title":"Relative to insurance points surcharges","description":"Relative to insurance points surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1007","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1218503,"bill_number":"H1531","title":"To further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments","description":"For legislation to further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1531","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1218504,"bill_number":"H1298","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions","description":"Relative to public housing restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1298","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218505,"bill_number":"H1460","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1460","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218509,"bill_number":"H1328","title":"Relative to manufactured home fees","description":"Relative to manufactured home fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1328","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1218510,"bill_number":"H809","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H809","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218511,"bill_number":"H1300","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1300","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1218512,"bill_number":"H1100","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1100","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218513,"bill_number":"H1448","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1448","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218516,"bill_number":"H998","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3977","last_action_date":"2019-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H998","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218517,"bill_number":"H1373","title":"Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"Relative to vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2492","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1373","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1218520,"bill_number":"H679","title":"Establishing an independent redistricting commission and criteria for redistricting for congressional districts","description":"For legislation to create an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H679","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218521,"bill_number":"H538","title":"To aid school district budgets for special education students who move during the school year","description":"For legislation to aid school district budgets for special education students who move during the school year. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H538","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1218522,"bill_number":"H993","title":"Relative to community reinvestment goals for banks","description":"Relative to community reinvestment goals for banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H993","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1218523,"bill_number":"H1390","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1390","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1218524,"bill_number":"H1535","title":"Relative to the grounds and time requirements for divorce","description":"Relative to the grounds and time requirements for divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1535","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1218525,"bill_number":"H1125","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1125","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218526,"bill_number":"H766","title":"Relative to the control of tick-borne illness","description":"For legislation to control tick-borne illness by establishment of a state reclamation, mosquito and tick control board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H766","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218527,"bill_number":"H1627","title":"Amending the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules","description":"Relative to the unemployment insurance law for workers with fluctuating work schedules. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1627","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218532,"bill_number":"H1273","title":"Creating a commission to study the definition of affordable housing","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the definition of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1273","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1218535,"bill_number":"H1564","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1564","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218537,"bill_number":"H855","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H855","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1218538,"bill_number":"H1256","title":"To guarantee tenant’s right to purchase","description":"For legislation to guarantee tenants occupying property the right to make an offer to purchase the property. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1256","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1218539,"bill_number":"H615","title":"To 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4227","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H615","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1218540,"bill_number":"H1530","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1530","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1218541,"bill_number":"H1467","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1467","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218542,"bill_number":"H1074","title":"Relative to modernization of insurance laws","description":"Relative to the designation of beneficiaries for life insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1074","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218543,"bill_number":"H1227","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1227","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1218544,"bill_number":"H916","title":"Relative to co-pay assistance","description":"Relative to manufacturer rebates and discount programs for certain prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H916","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1218545,"bill_number":"H1152","title":"To create a special commission to improve transparency and affordability at the Group Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to the transparency and affordability of the Group Insurance Commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1152","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218547,"bill_number":"H591","title":"Regarding breakfast after the bell","description":"Relative to students that receive free or reduced-price meals under the federal National School Lunch Program. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4218","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H591","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1218549,"bill_number":"H1674","title":"Relative to ensuring fairness in public employee workers' compensation benefits","description":"Relative to public employee workers' compensation benefits for injuries from acts of violence of patients or prisoners. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1674","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218552,"bill_number":"H1101","title":"Assuring prompt access to health care","description":"Relative to insurance reimbursement of costs for medically appropriate evaluation and management services in outpatient settings, including but not limited to office and hospital-based clinics. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1101","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1218553,"bill_number":"H1362","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"Relative to providing protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1362","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1218554,"bill_number":"H1718","title":"Relative to the establishment of and payments into an opioid stewardship fund","description":"Relative to the establishment of and payments into an opioid stewardship fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1718","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1218555,"bill_number":"H837","title":"To study the feasibility of creating and implementing a gypsy moth spraying program","description":"By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition of Mathew J. 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H837","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1218557,"bill_number":"H578","title":"Establishing an education finance reform data advisory commission","description":"For legislation to establish an education finance reform data advisory commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H578","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1218558,"bill_number":"H971","title":"Relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health","description":"Relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H971","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1218561,"bill_number":"H1384","title":"Combating misinformation about ex-offender voting rights","description":"Relative to the notification of voter eligibility status of ex-offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1384","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218562,"bill_number":"H1498","title":"Relative to harassment prevention orders","description":"Relative to harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1498","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1218563,"bill_number":"H1412","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"Relative to patient safety, medical error reporting and medical malpractice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1412","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1218564,"bill_number":"H1603","title":"Establishing a youth apprenticeship commission","description":"Relative to developing a youth apprenticeship program to expand pre-apprenticeship opportunities and training to secondary education students. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1603","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1218565,"bill_number":"H617","title":"Relative to disclosing continuing care retirement community entrance fees","description":"Relative to contracts for continuing care retirement communities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S368","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H617","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218566,"bill_number":"H1625","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"Relative to employment contracts waiving certain substantive or procedural rights or remedies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1625","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218568,"bill_number":"H1565","title":"Creating an electronic health care proxy","description":"For legislation to authorize electronic health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5037","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1565","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218569,"bill_number":"H1472","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"For legislation to provide certain access to electronic mail accounts of decedents in probating estates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1472","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1218570,"bill_number":"H1415","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1415","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1218572,"bill_number":"H1180","title":"Limiting out of pocket expenses","description":"Relative to the the maximum amount of deductibles and copayments for covered services for active and retired employees, their dependents and the survivors of deceased public employees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1180","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218574,"bill_number":"H1721","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1721","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218576,"bill_number":"H1484","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1484","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218577,"bill_number":"H883","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 to study dredging needs for recreational boating in Commonwealth waterways [ corrected pinned slip] . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H883","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218579,"bill_number":"H1411","title":"Relative to drug distribution causing death","description":"Relative to drug distribution causing death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1411","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218582,"bill_number":"H1642","title":"Relative to commission sales rates","description":"Relative to the economic impact of sales commission rate structures to ensure fairness, transparency, and equality in payments to commissioned workers in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1642","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218583,"bill_number":"H1833","title":"Further regulating special permits","description":"By Ms. Vincent of Revere, a petition of RoseLee Vincent further regulating special permits to include areas of critical environmental concern. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday June 5, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1833","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1218585,"bill_number":"H1511","title":"Relative to privileged communications","description":"Relative to privileged abuse and protection communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1511","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218586,"bill_number":"H759","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H759","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218587,"bill_number":"H1482","title":"Relative to a jubilee foreclosure moratorium","description":"For legislation to establish a two-year moratorium on the non-judicial foreclosures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1482","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218588,"bill_number":"H1038","title":"To prohibit housing discrimination against responsible dog owners","description":"For legislation to prohibit housing discrimination against responsible dog owners. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1038","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1218589,"bill_number":"H1434","title":"Relative to temporary guardians","description":"Relative to court ordered payment of expenses to temporary guardians. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1434","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218590,"bill_number":"H854","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H854","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1218591,"bill_number":"H603","title":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","description":"Relative to mandated reporting of elder abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H603","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218593,"bill_number":"H1515","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1515","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1218594,"bill_number":"H654","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H654","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1218595,"bill_number":"H1179","title":"Relative to hospital billing and licensure","description":"Relative to hospital billing and licensure. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1179","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218597,"bill_number":"H1329","title":"Regarding asset forfeiture","description":"Relative to the asset forfeiture of child pornography. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1329","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1218598,"bill_number":"H1368","title":"Relative to enforcing federal law","description":"Relative to enforcement of certain federal law by sheriffs and correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1368","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218599,"bill_number":"H1469","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1469","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1218600,"bill_number":"H1402","title":"Relative to community support for at-risk youth","description":"Relative to providing support services to juvenile offenders and at-risk youth and their families to reduce the risk of offending or re-offending. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1402","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218604,"bill_number":"H793","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H793","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218605,"bill_number":"H1779","title":"Relative to parking and pedestrian safety","description":"Relative to parking and pedestrian safety. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1779","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218606,"bill_number":"H1630","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1630","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218607,"bill_number":"H647","title":"Relative to how Electoral College votes are delegated","description":"Relative to choosing presidential electors and the process which governors them. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H647","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218608,"bill_number":"H951","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H951","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1218609,"bill_number":"H1456","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1456","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218611,"bill_number":"H1559","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1559","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1218613,"bill_number":"H1663","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1663","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1218615,"bill_number":"H1389","title":"Prohibiting the sale of baby body parts and unauthorized fetal experimentation","description":"Relative to prohibiting the sale of baby body parts and unauthorized fetal experimentation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1389","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1218617,"bill_number":"H1432","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1432","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218618,"bill_number":"H1512","title":"To eliminate disparate impact","description":"Relative to the enforcement of certain civil rights laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1512","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218619,"bill_number":"H1706","title":"Establishing a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors","description":"Relative to establishing a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1706","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1218620,"bill_number":"H1380","title":"Relative to the tracking of certain electronic devices","description":"Relative to the tracking of certain electronic devices using toll collection technology and the inadmissibility of such data in criminal or civil proceeding. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1380","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218622,"bill_number":"H1817","title":"To protect water resources","description":"Relative to municipal costs associated with delivering drinking water to consumers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1817","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1218623,"bill_number":"H1422","title":"Relative to shared parenting","description":"Relative to shared parenting in cases of divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1422","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1218624,"bill_number":"H640","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H640","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1218626,"bill_number":"H1056","title":"Relative to the supplemental application requirement for dwelling fire insurance policies","description":"Relative to fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1056","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1218630,"bill_number":"H1401","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1401","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218631,"bill_number":"H1632","title":"Relative to universal basic income","description":"By Representative Gouveia of Acton and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Tami L. Gouveia, James B. Eldridge and others that the Department of Housing and Community Development establish a pilot program to demonstrate the individual, family, and community economic impacts and state-level cost savings of a universal basic income. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1632","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1218633,"bill_number":"H1584","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1584","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1218634,"bill_number":"H1735","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1735","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218636,"bill_number":"H1766","title":"Exempting very small communities from certain applications of the so-called Dover Amendment","description":"Relative to zoning restrictions for land or structures for religious or educational purposes in municipalities with fewer than two-and-a-half square miles in size. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1766","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1218637,"bill_number":"H1750","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1750","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218638,"bill_number":"H1015","title":"Establishing pregnancy as a qualifying event","description":"For legislation to establish pregnancy as a qualifying event for eligibility for special enrollment in certain health plans in the state health insurance exchange. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1015","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218639,"bill_number":"H779","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H779","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1218640,"bill_number":"H1447","title":"Reducing the storage of obsolete papers","description":"Relative to reducing the storage of obsolete court papers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1447","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218641,"bill_number":"H1599","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1599","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218642,"bill_number":"H561","title":"Relative to media literacy in public schools","description":"For legislation to support media literacy education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H561","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218644,"bill_number":"H1581","title":"Relative to juvenile justice","description":"Relative to juvenile justice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1581","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1218645,"bill_number":"H590","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H590","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1218648,"bill_number":"H1822","title":"Enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals","description":"For legislation to impose penalties for cruel conditions for animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1822","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1218650,"bill_number":"H1488","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4601","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1488","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":1218651,"bill_number":"H1552","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1552","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218652,"bill_number":"H1280","title":"Relative to smart growth housing production","description":"Relative to smart growth housing production. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1280","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218653,"bill_number":"H716","title":"Ensuring accurate voter rolls","description":"Relative to the removal of the names of deceased persons from the voter rolls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H716","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218655,"bill_number":"H1748","title":"To expand access to patient centered care for opioid use disorder","description":"Relative to access to patient centered care for opioid use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1748","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1218656,"bill_number":"H1223","title":"Requiring sexual harassment training at institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to requiring sexual harassment training at institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1223","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218657,"bill_number":"H762","title":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management","description":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H762","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218659,"bill_number":"H1297","title":"Streamlining permitting for housing","description":"For legislation to expedite the permitting process for housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1297","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218660,"bill_number":"H1106","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1106","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1218661,"bill_number":"H677","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H677","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218663,"bill_number":"H1421","title":"To further protect children","description":"Relative to the reporting of missing children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1421","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1218664,"bill_number":"H1737","title":"Establishing a behavioral health workforce commission","description":"Relative to establishing a behavioral health workforce commission. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1147","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1737","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218665,"bill_number":"H1504","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1504","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1218666,"bill_number":"H937","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H937","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1218667,"bill_number":"H1061","title":"Regulating and insuring personal car sharing platforms","description":"Relative to regulating and insuring personal car sharing platforms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1061","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1218670,"bill_number":"H1572","title":"Relative to statewide grand juries","description":"For legislation to make statewide grand juries a permanent system for the Attorney General's Office. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4603","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1572","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1218671,"bill_number":"H1433","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1433","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218675,"bill_number":"H958","title":"To amend credit card merchant agreements","description":"Relative to credit card merchant agreements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H958","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1218679,"bill_number":"H1048","title":"Reducing the costs for small business","description":"Relative to the organization of limited liability companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1048","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1218680,"bill_number":"H950","title":"Relative to notices by insurance companies","description":"Relative to electronic notices of the cancellation, renewal or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H950","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218681,"bill_number":"H1327","title":"Relative to reducing damage caused by the current foreclosure crisis in the historic districts of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to reducing damage caused by the current foreclosure crisis in the historic districts of the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1327","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1218682,"bill_number":"H1296","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1296","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218683,"bill_number":"H763","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H763/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H763","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218684,"bill_number":"H848","title":"Promoting snowmobiling sustainability","description":"Relative to promoting snowmobiling sustainability. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2281","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H848","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218685,"bill_number":"H574","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H574","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1218686,"bill_number":"H1481","title":"Relative to codifying protections for sexually exploited children","description":"For legislation to repeal certain provisions of law pertaining to juvenile delinquency or criminal proceeding against sexually exploited children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1481","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218687,"bill_number":"H990","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H990","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218689,"bill_number":"H1743","title":"Relative to discharge from substance use disorder treatment","description":"Relative to discharges of certain patients from substance use disorder treatment programs. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4536","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1743","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218690,"bill_number":"H492","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"Relative to athletic activities of students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H492","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218691,"bill_number":"H1075","title":"To establish the Massachusetts secure choice retirement program and expand the Massachusetts CORE plan to all employers","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts secure choice retirement program and expand the Massachusetts CORE plan to all employers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1075","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1218692,"bill_number":"H1486","title":"To reduce recidivism among emerging adults","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism among emerging adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1486","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218693,"bill_number":"H565","title":"Concerning feminine hygiene products in schools","description":"Relative to access to feminine hygiene products in certain public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4293","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H565","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1218694,"bill_number":"H957","title":"To protect consumers from surprise billing","description":"Relative to non-contracted and non-emergency healthcare billing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H957","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1218697,"bill_number":"H1340","title":"To recognize common law marriage in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to recognize common law marriage in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1340","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218699,"bill_number":"H781","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H781","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218700,"bill_number":"H1747","title":"Helping overdosing persons in emergencies","description":"Relative to requirements and procedures necessary for first responders to provide urgent help to persons overdosing from opioids. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4538","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1747","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218701,"bill_number":"H1699","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5097","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1699","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218703,"bill_number":"H1024","title":"Relative to the providing of mammograms","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1024","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1218704,"bill_number":"H1756","title":"To hold property owners accountable for recurring public nuisance","description":"Relative to holding property owners accountable for recurring municipal public nuisance complaints. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1756","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218705,"bill_number":"H697","title":"Increasing voter participation in primary elections","description":"Relative to increasing voter participation in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H697","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1218707,"bill_number":"H1177","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1177","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1218708,"bill_number":"H999","title":"Providing insurance coverage for Alfi’s syndrome","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for Alfi’s syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H999","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218709,"bill_number":"H1487","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings","description":"Relative to adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1487","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218711,"bill_number":"H1212","title":"Improving graduation rates at public colleges and universities","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Board of Higher Education develop and administer a policy providing flexibility in graduation requirements for certain students with certain intellectual or developmental disabilities at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1212","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218712,"bill_number":"H1383","title":"To enhance the rights of crime victims in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the rights of crime victims in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1383","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218713,"bill_number":"H887","title":"Authorizing deer hunting on Sunday","description":"Relative to authorizing deer hunting on Sundays. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H887","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218715,"bill_number":"H1365","title":"To reform drug forfeiture distribution","description":"Relative to reforming drug forfeiture money distribution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1365","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218717,"bill_number":"H1346","title":"Removing the liability cap for malpractice resulting in serious injury or death","description":"Relative to the liability cap for malpractice resulting in serious injury or death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1346","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218718,"bill_number":"H1442","title":"To increase penalties for shooting a firearm while released on bail","description":"Relative to the penalties for shooting a firearm while released on bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1442","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1218720,"bill_number":"H949","title":"Relative to non-medical switching","description":"Relative to changes to health benefit plans that cause certain covered persons to switch to less costly alternate prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H949","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218721,"bill_number":"H1548","title":"Concerning payments on personal injury protection benefit claims","description":"Relative to payments on personal injury protection benefit claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1548","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1218722,"bill_number":"H1160","title":"Relative to behavioral health emergency services","description":"Relative to behavioral health emergency services for MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1160","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218724,"bill_number":"H772","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S496","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H772","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1218728,"bill_number":"H1078","title":"Relative to limits on insurers’ retroactive clawbacks for mental health and substance use disorder services","description":"Relative to retroactive claims denials by insurers for certain mental health and substance use disorder services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1078","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218729,"bill_number":"H1722","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. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1722","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218730,"bill_number":"H847","title":"Establishing the snowmobile trail maintenance fund","description":"Relative to establishing the snowmobile trail maintenance fund for the grooming, maintaining, and repairing of certain publicly-owned trails. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H847","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218733,"bill_number":"H1261","title":"Relative to low-income housing eligibility for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to low-income housing eligibility for disabled veterans. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1261","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218734,"bill_number":"H1004","title":"Relative to preserving fertility","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for pregnancy-related procedures and standard fertility preservation services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1004","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218735,"bill_number":"H988","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H988","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218737,"bill_number":"H1729","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1729","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218738,"bill_number":"H1553","title":"Relative to civil commitments","description":"Relative to mental illness civil commitments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1553","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218739,"bill_number":"H1073","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1073","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1218742,"bill_number":"H1326","title":"Relative to heat in condominium units","description":"Relative to heat in condominium units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1326","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1218743,"bill_number":"H1033","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1033","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218744,"bill_number":"H954","title":"To provide reverse mortgages on co-op apartments","description":"For legislation to provide reverse mortgages on co-op apartments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H954","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218747,"bill_number":"H1626","title":"To protect furloughed federal employees","description":"Relative to unemployment benefits for certain furloughed federal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1626","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1218748,"bill_number":"H1777","title":"Relative to tax title expense","description":"Relative to tax title expense on land taken or sold for nonpayment of taxes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1777","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1218749,"bill_number":"H1534","title":"Relative to grandparent visitation rights","description":"Relative to grandparent visitation rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1534","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1218750,"bill_number":"H1154","title":"To reduce drug costs through transparency","description":"Relative to pharmacy benefit managers and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1154","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218751,"bill_number":"H1313","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4943","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1313","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1218753,"bill_number":"H1462","title":"Expanding protections against incest","description":"Relative to expanding the provisions of the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1462","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218754,"bill_number":"H1624","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1624","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1218755,"bill_number":"H870","title":"Relative to buffer zones on land under the agricultural restriction program","description":"For legislation to authorize storm water mitigation infrastructure on certain parcels of land under the agricultural preservation restriction program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H870","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218756,"bill_number":"H596","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H596","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1218757,"bill_number":"H634","title":"Relative to the election of the Hoosac Valley Regional School District (towns of Adams and Cheshire) Committee members","description":"Relative to the annual election of members to serve on the school committee of the Adams Cheshire Regional School District. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H634","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1218762,"bill_number":"H1578","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 emergency medical technicians, ambulance operators, ambulance attendants or health care providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1578","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1218763,"bill_number":"H1546","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"Relative to child custody arrangements of military personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1546","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218764,"bill_number":"H1620","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4460","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1620","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1218765,"bill_number":"H710","title":"Relative to specially qualified voters","description":"Relative to specially qualified voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H710","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218766,"bill_number":"H824","title":"Prohibiting the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H824","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1218768,"bill_number":"H1426","title":"Clarifying the child 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1426","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1218769,"bill_number":"H1490","title":"Relative to notice of identification","description":"Relative to notice of identification for certain constructions projects. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1490","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218770,"bill_number":"H511","title":"To allow for school districts to collect a fee associated with nonresident pupil transportation","description":"For legislation to allow for school districts to collect fees associated with nonresident pupil transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H511","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1218772,"bill_number":"H1479","title":"Relative to transportation for visitors of DOC and HOC facilities","description":"For legislation to identify possible funding to establish a transportation program for families visiting correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1479","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218774,"bill_number":"H646","title":"Promoting political participation","description":"For legislation to further promote political participation. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H646","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1218775,"bill_number":"H550","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and re-engagement","description":"Relative to school dropout prevention and re-engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H550","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218776,"bill_number":"H637","title":"To expand access to voter registration","description":"For legislation to expand access to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H637","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218779,"bill_number":"H1366","title":"Relative to transparency in clerk magistrate hearings","description":"Relative to transparency in clerk magistrate hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1366","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218780,"bill_number":"H1044","title":"Ensuring 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1044","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218781,"bill_number":"H1098","title":"Relative to qualified health plans","description":"Relative to qualified health plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1098","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218783,"bill_number":"H1207","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1207","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1218784,"bill_number":"H1127","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1127","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218785,"bill_number":"H1701","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on post traumatic stress disorder","description":"Relative to post traumatic stress disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4119","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1701","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1218786,"bill_number":"H1111","title":"Allowing for 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1111","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218787,"bill_number":"H726","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H726","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218789,"bill_number":"H1153","title":"Relative to newborn enrollment in MassHealth","description":"Relative to newborn enrollment in MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1153","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218791,"bill_number":"H1250","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1250","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1218792,"bill_number":"H1013","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical gag clauses","description":"Relative to contracts for pharmacy services between health insurance carriers or pharmacy benefits' managers and pharmacies or pharmacists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1013","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218793,"bill_number":"H1441","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1441","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1218794,"bill_number":"H1623","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1623","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1218795,"bill_number":"H1808","title":"Relative to land in Bernardston","description":"Relative to land in Bernardston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1808","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218796,"bill_number":"H545","title":"Relative to sun safety","description":"Relative to the use of sun protection in public schools and youth camps. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H545","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1218797,"bill_number":"H1324","title":"To minimize foreclosures and their harm","description":"Relative to foreclosures and vacant properties. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1324","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1218798,"bill_number":"H1449","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1449","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218799,"bill_number":"H652","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H652","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218805,"bill_number":"H553","title":"Relative to high quality early educators","description":"Relative to the development of early education and care career incentives and opportunities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H553","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218806,"bill_number":"H631","title":"Establishing a commission to study the financial abuse of elders","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the financial abuse of elders. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H631","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1218807,"bill_number":"H1099","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1099","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218810,"bill_number":"H611","title":"To ensure regulatory oversight of home care services","description":"Relative to regulatory oversight of home care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H611","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218811,"bill_number":"H1727","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1727","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218812,"bill_number":"H485","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H485","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218813,"bill_number":"H1431","title":"Relative to certain habitual offenders","description":"Relative to certain habitual offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1431","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1218815,"bill_number":"H1305","title":"Codifying the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1305","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1218818,"bill_number":"H513","title":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform","description":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H513","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1218819,"bill_number":"H893","title":"Relative to the disposal of sea mammals on metropolitan beaches","description":"Relative to the disposal of sea mammals on metropolitan beaches. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H893","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1218820,"bill_number":"H556","title":"Establishing farm to school grants to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy","description":"For legislation to establish a farm to school grants program within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H556","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1218821,"bill_number":"H1547","title":"To amend the medical peer review law","description":"Relative to the medical peer review law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1547","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1218822,"bill_number":"H1019","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1019","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218824,"bill_number":"H1666","title":"Providing for increased transparency in the prevailing wage","description":"For legislation to provide for increased transparency in the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1666","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1218825,"bill_number":"H1104","title":"To ensure access to generic medication","description":"Relative to access to generic medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1104","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1218829,"bill_number":"H1832","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday June 5, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1832","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1218830,"bill_number":"H1386","title":"Relative to expungement, sealing and criminal records provisions","description":"Relative to expungement of past criminal or juvenile court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1386","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218831,"bill_number":"H828","title":"To reform the Toxic Use Reduction Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate toxic use reduction plans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H828","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1218833,"bill_number":"H920","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H920","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1218835,"bill_number":"H928","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H928","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1218836,"bill_number":"H1035","title":"Making changes to certain references in the banking laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make changes to certain references in banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1035","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1218837,"bill_number":"H667","title":"To establish citizens' initiative review","description":"For legislation to establish citizens' initiative ballot question review commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H667","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1218840,"bill_number":"H1594","title":"Exempting human services nonprofits from EMAC","description":"For legislation to exempt certain community-based human services organizations from the employer medical assistance contribution. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1594","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1218842,"bill_number":"H641","title":"Relative to Hanson town elections","description":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Hanson. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H641","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1218843,"bill_number":"H1338","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1338","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1218844,"bill_number":"H1230","title":"Resolutions supporting efforts to ensure that students from Massachusetts have access to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and others for the adoption of resolutions by the General Court supporting 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1230","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218845,"bill_number":"H1026","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1026","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1218847,"bill_number":"H519","title":"Clarifying parental rights in the administration of standardized tests","description":"Relative to student participation in standardized tests. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H519","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218849,"bill_number":"H1169","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1169","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218850,"bill_number":"H1687","title":"Promoting public labor contracts for local residents","description":"Relative to promoting public labor contracts for local residents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1687","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218851,"bill_number":"H1568","title":"Relative to stenographers and transcribers","description":"Relative to the fees for furnishing transcripts of notes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1568","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218852,"bill_number":"H1222","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1222","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218853,"bill_number":"H995","title":"Relative to human donor milk coverage","description":"Relative to human donor milk insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H995","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1218854,"bill_number":"H1241","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1241","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218855,"bill_number":"H1824","title":"To allow simple majority voting","description":"For legislation to allow simple majority voting. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1824","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218857,"bill_number":"H1636","title":"Relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in workers' compensation disfigurement benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4026","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1636","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1218858,"bill_number":"H1240","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1240","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1218860,"bill_number":"H1508","title":"Rescinding an order terminating parental rights","description":"For legislation to rescind an order terminating parental rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1508","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218861,"bill_number":"H1784","title":"Relative to methadone clinic zoning","description":"Relative to methadone clinic zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1784","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1218864,"bill_number":"H1428","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1428","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1218865,"bill_number":"H1826","title":"Relative to assessor certificates","description":"Relative to assessors employed by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1826","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1218866,"bill_number":"H1269","title":"Relative to correctional facilities and affordable housing","description":"Relative to correctional facilities under Chapter 40B. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1269","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218868,"bill_number":"H1332","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1332","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218870,"bill_number":"H1030","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1030","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218871,"bill_number":"H1294","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1294","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218872,"bill_number":"H1573","title":"To establish an office of adult decisional support services","description":"For legislation to establish an office of adult decisional support services within the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1573","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1218873,"bill_number":"H1206","title":"Relative to advance placement examinations","description":"Relative to advance placement examinations and post-secondary level course credit. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4423","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1206","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1218875,"bill_number":"H1145","title":"Relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders","description":"Relative to the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1145","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218876,"bill_number":"H514","title":"Relative to group care facilities","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H514","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1218878,"bill_number":"H767","title":"Relative to the Sudbury watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation to establish the Sudbury watershed advisory committee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H767","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218879,"bill_number":"H712","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"Relative to political designations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H712","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1218880,"bill_number":"H1396","title":"To promote the well-being of minor children living with guardians","description":"Relative to proceedings to petitions to remove guardians of minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4924","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1396","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1218881,"bill_number":"H923","title":"Preserving the competitiveness of group auto and homeowners insurance plans","description":"Relative to the renewal of certain group marketing plans for automobile and homeowner insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4152","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H923","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1218883,"bill_number":"H1598","title":"Relative to worker’s compensation insurance","description":"Relative to workers' compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1598","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218884,"bill_number":"H1795","title":"Authorizing the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"That the city of Leominster be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1795","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1218887,"bill_number":"H1828","title":"Relative to additional inspectors; inspector engaging in plumbing or gas fitting work","description":"Relative to inspectors of plumbing and gas fitting inspectors. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4416","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1828","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218890,"bill_number":"H1654","title":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to conduct a study and make recommendations on the barriers faced by low-income workers to finding and maintaining jobs in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4461","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1654","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1218892,"bill_number":"H835","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H835","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1218893,"bill_number":"H932","title":"Relative to out of network billing","description":"Relative to out of network healthcare insurance billing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H932","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1218894,"bill_number":"H1810","title":"To mandate setbacks in home construction near high pressure gas pipelines","description":"Relative to home construction near certain high pressure gas pipelines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1810","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1218895,"bill_number":"H1170","title":"Promoting workforce development and provider retention at community health centers","description":"For legislation to establish a community health center nurse practitioner residency program for the purposes of recruiting and retaining nurse practitioners at community health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1170","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1218896,"bill_number":"H1097","title":"Relative to testing for Factor V Leiden","description":"Relative to testing for Factor V Leiden. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1097","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1218897,"bill_number":"H494","title":"Relative to special education reimbursement programs","description":"For legislation to increase reimbursements for certain special education programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H494","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1218898,"bill_number":"H816","title":"Related to the budget of the MA Department of Marine Fisheries","description":"Relative to the operating budget of the Department of Marine Fisheries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H816","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1218899,"bill_number":"H1458","title":"Relative to the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to damages from eminent domain takings for private investment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1458","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218901,"bill_number":"H1640","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1640","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218902,"bill_number":"H749","title":"Resolve to review, consider, and evaluate, and to establish a suitable body and/or special commission to consider climate change economic consequences","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon and Brian M. Ashe for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the economic consequences of climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H749","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218904,"bill_number":"H879","title":"Relative to lobsters","description":"Relative to lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H879","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218906,"bill_number":"H1385","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1385","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218907,"bill_number":"H604","title":"To create an emergency nursing home task force","description":"By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition of Claire D. Cronin and others that the Secretary of Health and Human Services establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to review the financial stability of nursing homes in the Commonwealth in order to ensure the provision of quality resident care and quality jobs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4157","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H604","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1218911,"bill_number":"H1522","title":"To secure property rights and to deter criminal activity","description":"Relative to criminal forfeiture of property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1522","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1218913,"bill_number":"H1017","title":"Relative to the equitable assessment of bank fees","description":"Relative to the equitable assessment of banking fees imposed on accounts established for personal, family or household purposes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1017","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218914,"bill_number":"H1805","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1805","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218915,"bill_number":"H787","title":"Relative to brownsfields assessment and remediation funds accessibility","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H787","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1218916,"bill_number":"H695","title":"Relative to inactive voters","description":"For legislation to authorize certain inactive voters to vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H695","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218917,"bill_number":"H1295","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1295","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218919,"bill_number":"H1317","title":"Leveraging additional resources for local housing authorities","description":"For legislation to provide housing authorities with certain powers to secure indebtedness incurred for the preservation, modernization and maintenance of low- rent housing developments. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1317","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218920,"bill_number":"H548","title":"Relative to school disciplinary hearings","description":"Relative to school disciplinary hearings. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H548","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1218921,"bill_number":"H1112","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1112","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1218922,"bill_number":"H523","title":"Relative to student success","description":"Relative to curriculum at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H523","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1218923,"bill_number":"H1754","title":"To combat the opioid addiction epidemic","description":"Relative to the adult residential behavioral health and addiction treatment rate. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1754","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1218924,"bill_number":"H1648","title":"Relative to protecting the solvency of the Massachusetts UI system","description":"For legislation to repeal the recent extension of unemployment insurance benefits to locked-out workers at electric and gas companies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1648","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218925,"bill_number":"H1820","title":"Relative to courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans","description":"Relative to courtesy retail parking spaces designed for non-handicapped veterans. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1820","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1218926,"bill_number":"H1196","title":"Relative to the primary care workforce development and loan repayment grant program at community health centers","description":"For legislation to establish a primary care physician workforce development and loan forgiveness grant program to be administered by the Department of Public Health. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1196","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1218929,"bill_number":"H943","title":"Establishing a commission to examine transportation fees","description":"Relative to state and local fees assessed to transportation for hire companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H943","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1218932,"bill_number":"H892","title":"Relative to the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund","description":"Relative to renaming the Inland Fisheries and Game Fund in honor of George L. Darey. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H892","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1218933,"bill_number":"H1491","title":"Enhancing justice for families harmed by lead","description":"Relative to legal proceeding to recover damages caused by exposure to lead. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1491","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1218938,"bill_number":"H1246","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1246","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1218939,"bill_number":"H1189","title":"Relative to nursing facility care","description":"Relative to reimbursements for nursing home care and services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1189","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1218940,"bill_number":"H1175","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1175","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1218941,"bill_number":"H580","title":"To establish the parent engagement and supports grant","description":"For legislation to establish parent engagement and supports grants within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H580","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1218944,"bill_number":"H1786","title":"Relative to municipal water bills","description":"Relative to the issuance of municipal water bills. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1786","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1218945,"bill_number":"H952","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H952","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1218946,"bill_number":"H1791","title":"To prevent over saturation of clinical or educational programs in low income neighborhoods under the Dover amendment without local approval","description":"Relative to exemptions from zoning regulations for certain clinical or educational programs in low income neighborhoods under the Dover amendment, so-called. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1791","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1218947,"bill_number":"H1650","title":"Providing for payment by the Commonwealth of wages for members of the United States Coast Guard during the shut-down, so-called, of the United States Government","description":"By Mr. Kearney of Scituate, a petition of Patrick Joseph Kearney and others that the salaries of members of the United States Coast Guard who are residents of the Commonwealth be paid by the Commonwealth during the so-called federal government shut-down. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1650","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1218948,"bill_number":"H607","title":"Increasing the personal needs allowance for residents of long term care facilities","description":"For legislation to increase the personal needs allowance for certain elderly and disabled residents residing in licensed medical facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S357","last_action_date":"2019-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H607","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1218950,"bill_number":"H1639","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1639","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1218951,"bill_number":"H769","title":"Relative to municipal assistance for clean water and economic development infrastructure","description":"For legislation to provide bonding for municipal water infrastructure maintenance, repair, and expansion. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H769","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218953,"bill_number":"H970","title":"Providing for certain fees for airport commissions","description":"For legislation to authorize certain airport commissions to impose taxes or additional requirements on transportation network companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H970","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1218954,"bill_number":"H1288","title":"Relative to housing reform","description":"Relative to housing reform. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4262","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1288","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1218955,"bill_number":"H867","title":"Protecting the viability of farms in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the impact of proposed rules and regulations on commercial agricultural operations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H867","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1218956,"bill_number":"H1225","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1225","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218957,"bill_number":"H741","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H741","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218960,"bill_number":"H899","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H899","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1218961,"bill_number":"H718","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H718","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1218963,"bill_number":"H922","title":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance","description":"Relative to homeowners’ insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H922","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1218966,"bill_number":"H1497","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1497","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1218967,"bill_number":"H725","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H725","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1218969,"bill_number":"H1589","title":"Relative to Gardner District Court","description":"Relative to Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1589","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1218970,"bill_number":"H684","title":"Relative to early voting in the Massachusetts 2020 presidential primary","description":"Relative to early voting in the 2020 presidential primary. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H684","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1218971,"bill_number":"H761","title":"Relative to environmental justice and toxics reduction in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to exposure to environmental toxins. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4264","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H761","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1218972,"bill_number":"H1248","title":"Establishing a commission to study student loan debt relief programs","description":"Relative to student load debt. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1248","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1218974,"bill_number":"H674","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H674","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218976,"bill_number":"H1374","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1374","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1218977,"bill_number":"H1148","title":"Regarding Massachusetts drug price relief","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition of William J. Driscoll, Jr. 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1148","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1218980,"bill_number":"H1092","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1092","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1218981,"bill_number":"H878","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H876","last_action_date":"2019-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H878","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1218982,"bill_number":"H1398","title":"Relative to speedy trials","description":"Relative to speedy trials for certain elderly persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1398","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1218983,"bill_number":"H1527","title":"Relative to criminal investigations","description":"Relative to authorizing the recording of conversations during certain investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1527","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1218985,"bill_number":"H770","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H770","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1218986,"bill_number":"H499","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H499","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1218987,"bill_number":"H1118","title":"To increase the minimum compulsory automobile insurance","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum compulsory motor vehicle insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1118","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1218989,"bill_number":"H1510","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1510","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1218990,"bill_number":"H948","title":"Relative to automobile insurance premiums","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H948","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1218991,"bill_number":"H1684","title":"Concerning waivers in employment contracts","description":"Relative to waivers in employment contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4463","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1684","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1218995,"bill_number":"H1713","title":"Requiring practitioners to assess and inform patients prior to prescribing certain opioid medications","description":"Relative to requiring practitioners to assess and inform patients prior to prescribing certain opioid medications. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4533","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1713","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1218996,"bill_number":"H1049","title":"Relative to banks and banking","description":"Relative to banks and banking. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4176","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1049","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1218998,"bill_number":"H1821","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1821","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1218999,"bill_number":"H1309","title":"Relative to the display of the flag of the United States by condominium unit owners","description":"Relative to the display of the flag of the United States by certain condominium owners. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1309","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1219000,"bill_number":"H730","title":"Instructing the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to study the feasibility of repurposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for the purposes of fish and shellfish farms","description":"Relative to directing the Department of Fish and Game to study the feasibility of re-purposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for use as a fish and shellfish farm. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H730","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219002,"bill_number":"H1336","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 and Patrick M. O'Connor 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1336","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219003,"bill_number":"H1129","title":"To provide Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation","description":"Relative to providing Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation programs and information. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1129","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219004,"bill_number":"H671","title":"Relative to unenrolled election workers","description":"Relative to unenrolled election workers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H671","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219005,"bill_number":"H1237","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"Relative to public higher education student information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4420","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1237","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219006,"bill_number":"H755","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H755","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1219009,"bill_number":"H875","title":"Regarding soil reclamation safety oversight","description":"Relative to testing for soil used as fill material for certain reclamation projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H875","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1219010,"bill_number":"H895","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4414","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H895","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1219011,"bill_number":"H1109","title":"Relative to paid parental leave for child adoption","description":"For legislation to provide insurance benefits for expenses incurred when adopting children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1109","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1219012,"bill_number":"H1334","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1334","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219013,"bill_number":"H577","title":"Promoting trauma informed supports in schools","description":"Relative to promoting trauma informed support in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H577","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219015,"bill_number":"H1331","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1331","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1219017,"bill_number":"H555","title":"Relative to establishing flexibilities for school districts","description":"Relative to the creation of partnership zones in certain school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H555","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219018,"bill_number":"H552","title":"Ensuring high quality early education","description":"Relative to early education and care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H552","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219019,"bill_number":"H696","title":"Providing disclosure of political phone calls","description":"Relative to providing disclosure of political phone calls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H696","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1219020,"bill_number":"H1369","title":"Limiting the use of prison labor","description":"Relative to the use of prison labor outside of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1369","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219022,"bill_number":"H1677","title":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","description":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of the term \"employee\". Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4029","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1677","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219023,"bill_number":"H1549","title":"Concerning equitable allocation of recovery proceeds for subrogation claims","description":"Relative to equitable allocation of recovery proceeds for certain subrogation claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1549","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219024,"bill_number":"H924","title":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H924","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219025,"bill_number":"H1417","title":"Requiring blood testing for a 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1417","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219026,"bill_number":"H1249","title":"Establishing a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology","description":"By Mr. Walsh of Peabody, a petition of Thomas P. Walsh and Carmine Lawrence Gentile for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1249","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1219027,"bill_number":"H1163","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the implementation of single payer health care in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the implementation of single payer health care in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1163","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219033,"bill_number":"H1664","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1664","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1219034,"bill_number":"H886","title":"Relative to disposable food service wares","description":"Relative to disposable food service wares. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H886","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219036,"bill_number":"H1166","title":"Relative to establishing a health safety net task force","description":"Relative to establishing a health safety net task force. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1166","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219038,"bill_number":"H1694","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 06/25/2019 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2019-06-21","committee":"Labor and Workforce Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1694","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219039,"bill_number":"H1683","title":"Relative to the creation of a paid family and medical leave advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory council on paid family and medical leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5003","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1683","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219040,"bill_number":"H1723","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1723","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1219043,"bill_number":"H798","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S520","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H798","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1219044,"bill_number":"H834","title":"Relative to coyote bait trapping","description":"Relative to the trapping, netting or snaring of certain birds or mammals within three hundred feet of a public roadway, pathway or trail. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H834","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219045,"bill_number":"H751","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"Relative to promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3976","last_action_date":"2019-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H751","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1219046,"bill_number":"H1009","title":"Relative to unpaid health insurance deductibles","description":"Relative to unpaid health insurance deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1009","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219047,"bill_number":"H1532","title":"Relative to the repeal or reform of certain unenforceable or unconstitutional archaic laws","description":"Relative to the repeal or reform of certain unenforceable or unconstitutional archaic laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1532","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1219048,"bill_number":"H1541","title":"Establishing presumptive parole","description":"Relative to establishing presumptive parole using structured, actuarially-based guidelines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1541","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219049,"bill_number":"H1156","title":"Relative to urgent care access for MassHealth enrollees","description":"Relative to urgent care access for MassHealth enrollees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1156","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1219051,"bill_number":"H584","title":"To expand access to school meals","description":"For legislation to expand access to school meals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4434","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H584","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1219052,"bill_number":"H1715","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1715","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1219053,"bill_number":"H795","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H795","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219056,"bill_number":"H965","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H965","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1219057,"bill_number":"H720","title":"Ensuring municipal participation of the widest eligible range","description":"For legislation to lower the voting age for municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H720","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1219059,"bill_number":"H1560","title":"Relative to court filing fees","description":"Relative to court filing fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1560","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219060,"bill_number":"H1042","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1042","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1219061,"bill_number":"H748","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to release easements upon certain real property in the town of Stoneham","description":"Relative to authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to release easements upon certain real property in the town of Stoneham. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4844","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H748","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219062,"bill_number":"H680","title":"Relative to youth voting and civic participation","description":"Relative to the eligibility of certain seventeen year old persons to vote in preliminary or primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H680","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1219065,"bill_number":"H1095","title":"Enhancing access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to coverage for telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1095","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219067,"bill_number":"H926","title":"Relative to consumer deductibles","description":"Relative to the calculation of overall contributions to certain healthcare out-of-pocket maximums, deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, or other cost-sharing requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H926","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219068,"bill_number":"H1394","title":"Relative to civil liability for snow removal","description":"Relative to civil liability for snow removal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1394","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1219069,"bill_number":"H1665","title":"To clarify the tips law","description":"For legislation to further protect employees’ rights to tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1665","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219070,"bill_number":"H934","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H934","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219071,"bill_number":"H1135","title":"To address the financial stability of the health safety net","description":"Relative to Health Safety Net Trust Fund payments to acute hospitals and community health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1135","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1219072,"bill_number":"H1395","title":"Designating right of disposition","description":"Relative to the right to control the funeral and final disposition for deceased persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1395","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1219073,"bill_number":"H1388","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1388","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219074,"bill_number":"H1071","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1071","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1219075,"bill_number":"H1167","title":"Relative to prescription drug price transparency","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that the Health Policy Commission and health insurers create listings of certain high cost prescription drugs and that the Attorney General require drug manufacturers to provide information to justify increases in costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1167","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219083,"bill_number":"H1732","title":"Providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services","description":"Relative to providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied by S1150","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1732","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219084,"bill_number":"H1008","title":"Relative to the cleanup of accidental home heating oil spills","description":"Relative to homeowner's insurance coverage for the cleanup of accidental home heating oil spills. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1008","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219085,"bill_number":"H1452","title":"Removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings","description":"Relative to access to state funded counsel during sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1452","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219086,"bill_number":"H1733","title":"Improving access to behavioral health services","description":"Relative to reducing emergency department boarding for patients in need of inpatient behavioral health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5099","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1733","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219087,"bill_number":"H978","title":"Requiring liability insurance for landscapers","description":"Relative to requiring liability insurance for landscapers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H978","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219088,"bill_number":"H1239","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1239","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219089,"bill_number":"H1746","title":"Establishing a commission to review substance use in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to establishing a rehabilitation oversight committee to review substance use in correctional facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1746","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219090,"bill_number":"H491","title":"Relative to the school turnaround process","description":"Relative to the turnaround process for chronically under performing schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H491","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219091,"bill_number":"H1672","title":"Relative to self-employed individuals","description":"Relative to individual or business entities who contract to perform work or provide services for the benefit of others. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1672","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1219092,"bill_number":"H1088","title":"Relative to prescription drug access","description":"Relative to benchmarks for access for MassHealth and private health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1088","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1219095,"bill_number":"H1216","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1216","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1219096,"bill_number":"H1465","title":"Relative to identifying costs associated with legal counsel for classification hearings","description":"Relative to identifying the annual costs of providing court-appointed counsel for sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1465","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219098,"bill_number":"H1229","title":"Requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants","description":"Relative to requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1229","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219099,"bill_number":"H959","title":"Requiring continual coverage of prescription medication","description":"Relative to continual insurance coverage of certain prescription medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H959","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219100,"bill_number":"H1291","title":"Relative to local housing authority board member elections","description":"Relative to elections of local housing authority board members. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1291","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219102,"bill_number":"H1274","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1274","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1219105,"bill_number":"H1150","title":"To restore adequate funding for disproportionate share hospitals","description":"Relative to the calculation of reimbursement rates to disproportionate share hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1150","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1219106,"bill_number":"H1356","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1356","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219107,"bill_number":"H1819","title":"Modifying the Sherwood Forest Road maintenance district in the town of Becket","description":"Relative to the Sherwood Forest Road maintenance district in the town of Becket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1819","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1219109,"bill_number":"H703","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H703","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219110,"bill_number":"H1801","title":"Providing for safe subdivision ways","description":"Relative to subdivision dead end ways. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1801","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219111,"bill_number":"H629","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical pricing","description":"Relative to pharmaceutical pricing. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H629","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219112,"bill_number":"H1255","title":"To protect elderly tenants","description":"For legislation to establish a rental voucher program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development for persons seventy-five years of age or older. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1255","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219113,"bill_number":"H1201","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"Relative to the endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1201","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1219114,"bill_number":"H1132","title":"Creating a MassHealth buy in program","description":"Relative to creating a MassHealth buy in program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1132","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219115,"bill_number":"H1322","title":"Relative to modular home construction","description":"Relative to modular home construction. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1322","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219116,"bill_number":"H968","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H968","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1219119,"bill_number":"H1513","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1513","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1219120,"bill_number":"H1540","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1540","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219121,"bill_number":"H1525","title":"Relative to access to community corrections","description":"Relative to access to community corrections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1525","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219124,"bill_number":"H1188","title":"Relative to high public payer community hospital funding","description":"Relative to payments to certain eligible acute care hospitals from the Community Hospital Reinvestment Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1188","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219125,"bill_number":"H1204","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1204","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1219127,"bill_number":"H1744","title":"Relative to recovery coach certification","description":"For legislation to regulate recovery support services by creating certification for recovery coaches. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4537","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1744","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219131,"bill_number":"H1355","title":"Relative to the safety of school grounds","description":"Relative to trespassing or loitering on school grounds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1355","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219132,"bill_number":"H1094","title":"To protect consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds","description":"For legislation to protect consumers in the issuance of motor vehicle insurance policies and bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1094","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219133,"bill_number":"H1542","title":"Relative to life without parole","description":"Relative to life sentences without eligibility for parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1542","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219134,"bill_number":"H1306","title":"To further protect low-income tenants following termination of affordability restrictions","description":"For legislation to further protect low-income tenants following termination of affordability restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1306","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1219135,"bill_number":"H1382","title":"Protecting minor children from medical malpractice","description":"Relative to the commencement of medical malpractice actions involving certain children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1382","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219137,"bill_number":"H1090","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1090","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219138,"bill_number":"H599","title":"Protecting the rights of assisted living residents","description":"Relative to protecting the rights of assisted living residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2670","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H599","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219139,"bill_number":"H800","title":"Banning the retail sale of cats and dogs in pet shops","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale of certain domestic animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2592","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H800","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1219140,"bill_number":"H531","title":"To promote the education success of court involved children","description":"Relative to school policies for students found with certain weapons or charged with certain violations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H531","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1219141,"bill_number":"H1678","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1678","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219143,"bill_number":"H778","title":"Relative to carbon pricing","description":"Relative to carbon pricing on the sale of fossil fuels. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H778","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219145,"bill_number":"H1676","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1676","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219146,"bill_number":"H1052","title":"Relative to long-term care payment options","description":"Relative to long-term care payment options. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1052","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219147,"bill_number":"H498","title":"Relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships","description":"Relative to the economic and educational impacts of establishing public private partnerships between state educational institutions and private corporations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H498","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219148,"bill_number":"H1682","title":"Amending the independent contractor statute","description":"Relative to the independent contractor statute. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1682","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219151,"bill_number":"H1516","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1516","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1219153,"bill_number":"H754","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H754","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219154,"bill_number":"H1121","title":"Relative to direct primary care","description":"For legislation to prohibit denials of certain payments for health care service. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1121","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1219155,"bill_number":"H827","title":"Establishing the monitoring of ultrafine particulates","description":"Relative to monitoring ultrafine particulates. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H827","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219156,"bill_number":"H1543","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1543","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219157,"bill_number":"H1045","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1045","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1219158,"bill_number":"H683","title":"Expanding voter access through absentee and mail ballots","description":"Relative to absentee and mail ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H683","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219160,"bill_number":"H1550","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4602","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1550","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219161,"bill_number":"H1736","title":"Protecting 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1736","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219163,"bill_number":"H1258","title":"Relative to manufactured housing","description":"Relative to requirements and restrictions to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1258","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219165,"bill_number":"H682","title":"Relative to early voting in local elections","description":"Relative to early voting in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H682","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219168,"bill_number":"H1580","title":"Further strengthening public safety through interlock devices","description":"Relative to operating motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1580","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1219169,"bill_number":"H1221","title":"To guarantee debt-free public higher education","description":"Relative to free public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1221","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1219170,"bill_number":"H1797","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1797","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219172,"bill_number":"H986","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H986","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219173,"bill_number":"H1782","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"Relative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1782","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1219175,"bill_number":"H1528","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1528","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1219176,"bill_number":"H1812","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Solar Access Law","description":"Relative to zoning restrictions for solar systems. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1812","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1219177,"bill_number":"H851","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S522","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H851","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219178,"bill_number":"H1367","title":"To create the offense of leaving the scene after causing serious bodily injury","description":"Relative to penalties for leaving the scene of an accident after causing serious bodily injury. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1367","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219181,"bill_number":"H655","title":"Requiring expenditures from certain funds to be reported","description":"Relative to the disclosure of legal defense, inauguration or recount funds. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H655","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1219182,"bill_number":"H1450","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1450","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1219183,"bill_number":"H1476","title":"Amending M.G.L. Part III, Title 1, ch.211C Sec2","description":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the Commission on Judicial Conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1476","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1219184,"bill_number":"H1634","title":"Relative to pay equity","description":"Relative to pay equity. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1634","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219187,"bill_number":"H1657","title":"Concerning protection for hotel workers from sexual assault","description":"Relative to the protection for hotel workers from sexual assault. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1657","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219188,"bill_number":"H984","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Relative to providing certain health insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H984","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219189,"bill_number":"H554","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4432","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H554","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219190,"bill_number":"H636","title":"Relative to election day registration (satellites)","description":"Relativerelative to the implementation of election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H636","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1219191,"bill_number":"H882","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H882","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219195,"bill_number":"H571","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H410","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H571","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1219196,"bill_number":"H1149","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1149","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1219198,"bill_number":"H1545","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 guardians to sell real estate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1545","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219200,"bill_number":"H1174","title":"Protecting Massachusetts hospitals and health systems","description":"Relative to safety-net hospitals and community health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1174","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219202,"bill_number":"H1025","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1025","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219203,"bill_number":"H1518","title":"To facilitate re-entry","description":"Relative to discharging individuals released from incarceration or residential treatment into homelessness or emergency shelters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1518","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1219204,"bill_number":"H525","title":"Relative to educational collabratives","description":"Relative to educational collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H525","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1219205,"bill_number":"H1232","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"Relative to the higher education endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1232","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219206,"bill_number":"H1414","title":"Relative to the reckless evasion of a police officer","description":"Relative to the reckless evasion of police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1414","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219208,"bill_number":"H1760","title":"Relative to the fire district in the town of Williamstown","description":"Relative to the fire district in the town of Williamstown. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1760","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1219209,"bill_number":"H1187","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1187","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219210,"bill_number":"H1277","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to zoning for certain accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1277","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1219211,"bill_number":"H1638","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1638","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219212,"bill_number":"H1539","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1539","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219214,"bill_number":"H1387","title":"Relative to reinstituting capital punishment in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reinstituting capital punishment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1387","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219216,"bill_number":"H1022","title":"Relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka, Brian W. Murray and James K. Hawkins 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1022","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219217,"bill_number":"H1171","title":"Relative to health insurance for human services workers","description":"Relative to health insurance for human services workers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1171","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1219218,"bill_number":"H813","title":"Resolve providing for a commission to study the affects of offshore wind projects on Massachusetts fisheries","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the affects of offshore wind projects on Massachusetts fisheries . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H813","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1219219,"bill_number":"H653","title":"Making voting obligatory and increasing turnout in elections","description":"For legislation to remove voter registration deadlines and impose a fine on eligible voters who fail to vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H653","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219221,"bill_number":"H1807","title":"Relative to sanctuary cities and towns","description":"For legislation to prohibit cities or towns from failing to enforce federal immigration laws by designating themselves as sanctuary cities and to withhold unrestricted general government aid to cities and towns for non-compliance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1807","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1219224,"bill_number":"H1339","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1339","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219226,"bill_number":"H1538","title":"Relative to unregulated face recognition and emerging biometric surveillance technologies","description":"For legislation to provide for the regulation of face recognition and emerging biometric surveillance technologies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1538","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219231,"bill_number":"H966","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H966","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1219232,"bill_number":"H797","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H797","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1219233,"bill_number":"H505","title":"Relative to substitute teachers","description":"For legislation to authorize certain students majoring in education at colleges or universities to be granted substitute teaching permits and to be paid the same rate as substitute teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H505","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219234,"bill_number":"H782","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H782","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1219235,"bill_number":"H1084","title":"Assuring prompt access to health care","description":"Relative to reimbursement of costs for medically appropriate evaluation and management services in outpatient settings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1084","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1219236,"bill_number":"H1190","title":"To promote healthy sole community provider and critical access hospitals","description":"For legislation to establish a sole community provider working group (including members of the General Court) focusing on the role sole rural community hospitals play in access to affordable and quality of care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1190","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219237,"bill_number":"H1798","title":"To establish commonsense permitting reforms for businesses and landowners","description":"Relative to zoning variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1798","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219239,"bill_number":"H616","title":"Establishing a statewide financial literacy program special commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and develop a statewide financial literacy program on personal financial management for senior citizens in the Commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4255","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H616","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219240,"bill_number":"H744","title":"Increasing the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth’s hazardous material response teams","description":"For legislation to increase the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth’s hazardous material response teams. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H744","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1219241,"bill_number":"H1685","title":"Relative to wrongful discharge from employment","description":"Relative to wrongful discharge from employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1685","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1219242,"bill_number":"H542","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H542","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219243,"bill_number":"H1483","title":"Promoting the safety of individuals in custody","description":"Relative to the penalty for police or public safety officers engaging in sexual relations with persons in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1483","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219244,"bill_number":"H608","title":"Further regulating the Assisted Living Advisory Council","description":"Relative to further regulating the Assisted Living Advisory Council. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read third, amended and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H608","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1219246,"bill_number":"H1046","title":"Relative to out-of-network billing","description":"Relative to out-of-network billing for certain medical services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1046","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1219247,"bill_number":"H1837","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5221","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1837","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1219251,"bill_number":"H1660","title":"Promoting pay transparency and pipeline advancement","description":"For legislation to establish a pipeline promotional opportunities fund by the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development and promoting pay transparency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1660","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219252,"bill_number":"H864","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H864","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219255,"bill_number":"H1562","title":"Relative to school safety","description":"Relative to firearms on school property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1562","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219256,"bill_number":"H974","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"Relative to special insurance brokers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H974","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1219257,"bill_number":"H1813","title":"Regarding municipal tools to lessen land use disputes","description":"Relative to local government involvement in land use disputes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1813","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1219258,"bill_number":"H1070","title":"Relative to investments by fraternal benefit societies","description":"Relative to investments by fraternal benefit societies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1070","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1219260,"bill_number":"H1739","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4533","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1739","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219261,"bill_number":"H941","title":"To increase MassHealth rates","description":"Relative to MassHealth rates and health insurance consumer protections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H941","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1219262,"bill_number":"H981","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H981","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219263,"bill_number":"H799","title":"To update the Massachusetts Rideshare Program","description":"By Mr. Hecht of Watertown, a petition of Jonathan Hecht and others that the Department of Environmental Protection revise the regulations governing the rideshare program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H799","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1219264,"bill_number":"H1618","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4170","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1618","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219265,"bill_number":"H1381","title":"Relative to firearm safety and harassment prevention orders","description":"Relative to firearm safety and harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1381","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219267,"bill_number":"H938","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H938","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1219268,"bill_number":"H1523","title":"Prohibiting gunfire directed at dwelling houses","description":"Relative to the penalties for using weapons with intent to strike dwelling houses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1523","sponsor":"Rady Mom"},
{"bill_id":1219272,"bill_number":"H727","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H727","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219273,"bill_number":"H1681","title":"To ensure minimum wage and paid family and medical leave benefits for municipal employees","description":"Relative to minimum wage and paid family and medical leave benefits for municipal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1681","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219274,"bill_number":"H1673","title":"Removing the barrier to self-employment for contractors of services","description":"Relative to services performed outside the usual course of the business of the employer. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1673","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1219276,"bill_number":"H1574","title":"To clarify the rights of joint owners of real property and abolish certain inconsistent or archaic rules","description":"For legislation to clarify the rights of joint owners of real property and abolish certain inconsistent or archaic rules. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1574","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1219277,"bill_number":"H994","title":"Relative to homeowners insurance","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H994","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219278,"bill_number":"H1745","title":"Relative to the safe care of residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care","description":"Relative to the safe care of residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5101","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1745","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219279,"bill_number":"H1612","title":"Creating a youth wage","description":"Relative to the payment of wages for persons under 18 years of age who work less than 20 per week. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1612","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219281,"bill_number":"H1137","title":"Improving access to dental care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to dental enhancement fees for community health centers and hospital-licensed health centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1137","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1219283,"bill_number":"H1054","title":"Relative to ambulance billing","description":"Relative to payment for ambulance services provided to certain insured individuals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1054","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219284,"bill_number":"H1254","title":"Relative to the modification of late fees","description":"Relative to the modification the number of days for the imposition of late fees for unpaid rent. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1254","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219285,"bill_number":"H1794","title":"To ensure adequate handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking spaces regulated by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1794","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1219286,"bill_number":"H884","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H884","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219287,"bill_number":"H1301","title":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law","description":"Relative to the condominium laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1301","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1219288,"bill_number":"H1231","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1231","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219290,"bill_number":"H985","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H985","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219292,"bill_number":"H1509","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1509","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1219294,"bill_number":"H1267","title":"Relative to adequate condominium reserve funds","description":"Relative to the reserve funds of condominiums. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1267","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219295,"bill_number":"H559","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H559","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219296,"bill_number":"H1370","title":"Relative to criminal harassment against a sports official","description":"Relative to the penalty for criminal harassment against sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1370","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219298,"bill_number":"H1003","title":"For health care non-discrimination","description":"Relative to establishing alternative payment arrangements to promote health care non-discrimination. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1003","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219299,"bill_number":"H1224","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1224","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219301,"bill_number":"H687","title":"Relative to post-election audits","description":"For legislation to authorize risk-limiting audits after certain elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H687","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219302,"bill_number":"H1710","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1710","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219303,"bill_number":"H1172","title":"Ensuring protections for physicians and hospitals that contract with Medicaid managed care organizations","description":"Relative to physicians and hospitals that contract with Medicaid managed care organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1172","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219304,"bill_number":"H549","title":"Relative to hazing training for student athletes","description":"Relative to hazing training for student athletes. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H549","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219305,"bill_number":"H1702","title":"Relative to psychotropic medication","description":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1702","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1219306,"bill_number":"H546","title":"Relative to improving teacher preparation and certification","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and certification. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H546","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219307,"bill_number":"H1726","title":"Relative to treatment for substance use disorder","description":"Relative to treatment for substance use disorder at acute-care hospitals or satellite emergency facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1726","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219308,"bill_number":"H1096","title":"Directing the Division of Insurance to issue comprehensive reports on the performance of the merged non-group and small-group health insurance market","description":"By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition of Jeffrey N. Roy that the Division of Insurance be authorized to issue a report on the performance of the merged non-group and small-group health insurance market. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1096","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219310,"bill_number":"H1825","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1825","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1219311,"bill_number":"H1607","title":"For a minimum hourly health improvement wage","description":"Relative to providing for hourly employee portable health care insurance earnings. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1607","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219312,"bill_number":"H757","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 the forest, wildlife and environmental health of the Blue Hills Reservation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H757","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1219314,"bill_number":"H1314","title":"Providing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a homeless persons bill of rights. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4688","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1314","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1219316,"bill_number":"H987","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H987","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219317,"bill_number":"H1191","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1191","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219319,"bill_number":"H1576","title":"Authorizing electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaint","description":"Relative to authorizing electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1576","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1219321,"bill_number":"H1635","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation for persons with permanent and total injuries. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1635","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1219322,"bill_number":"H610","title":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"Relative to the financial stability of nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H610","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1219324,"bill_number":"H635","title":"Providing a local option for ranked choice voting in municipal elections","description":"Relative to providing a local option for ranked choice voting in municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H635","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1219325,"bill_number":"H675","title":"Relative to permanent funding for early voting","description":"For legislation to provide funding to cities and towns to defray the mandated costs imposed under early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H675","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219326,"bill_number":"H1080","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1080","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219330,"bill_number":"H676","title":"Relative to the campaign finance reporting cycle","description":"Relative to campaign financing and reporting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H676","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219331,"bill_number":"H1783","title":"Concerning the rental of mopeds and motor scooters in the town of Oak Bluffs","description":"That the town of Oaks Bluff be authorized to further regulate the rental of mopeds and motor scooters in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1783","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219333,"bill_number":"H1645","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1645","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219334,"bill_number":"H1087","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4810","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1087","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1219335,"bill_number":"H1181","title":"Relative to state funding of certain nonprofits","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of state funds for Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1181","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1219336,"bill_number":"H774","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water in schools","description":"Relative to safe drinking water in schools. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2503","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H774","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1219340,"bill_number":"H900","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H900","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219342,"bill_number":"H486","title":"Relative to special education","description":"Relative to the foundation funding of special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H486","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1219343,"bill_number":"H1184","title":"For equity for high value community hospitals","description":"For legislation to further rate equity, access to, and affordability through equitable commercial health plan rates of reimbursement to community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1184","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219344,"bill_number":"H1655","title":"Relative to relief for the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund","description":"Relative to wage rates for workers on certain low and moderate income housing construction projects. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1655","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219345,"bill_number":"H1595","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1595","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219347,"bill_number":"H1468","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1468","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219349,"bill_number":"H807","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H807","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1219350,"bill_number":"H1703","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4532","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1703","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1219352,"bill_number":"H850","title":"Relative to mosquito control","description":"Relative to mosquito control and aerial spraying. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H850","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1219354,"bill_number":"H1651","title":"To reinvest justice and opportunity in communities affected by incarceration","description":"For legislation to establish a strong communities and workforce development fund to be reinvested in communities affected by incarceration. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1651","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1219357,"bill_number":"H1693","title":"Relative to employee references","description":"Relative to employee reference liability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1693","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219358,"bill_number":"H728","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H728","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219359,"bill_number":"H1519","title":"Relative to Class B drug trafficking","description":"Relative to Class B drug trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1519","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1219360,"bill_number":"H1161","title":"To protect MassHealth applicants facing undue hardship","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for MassHealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1161","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219361,"bill_number":"H702","title":"Relative to the primary date","description":"Relative to the date of the state primary election. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H702","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1219362,"bill_number":"H1661","title":"Relative to job creation through employee ownership","description":"Relative to job creation through employee ownership. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1661","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219363,"bill_number":"H606","title":"Resolve to examine cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and Carole A. Fiola for an investigation by the Center for Health Information and Analysis of cost trends and financial performance among nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S360","last_action_date":"2019-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H606","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219365,"bill_number":"H651","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H651","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219367,"bill_number":"H1675","title":"Relative to the development of certain land in the town of Orleans","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Sarah K. Peake, Julian Cyr and Stephan Hay (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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1675","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219368,"bill_number":"H898","title":"Relative to consumer deductibles","description":"Relative to the cost of prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H898","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1219369,"bill_number":"H821","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4229","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H821","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":1219370,"bill_number":"H723","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H723","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1219371,"bill_number":"H509","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H509","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219372,"bill_number":"H1215","title":"To ensure higher education student and campus safety","description":"Relative to providing for appropriations to establish a program of capital improvements to public institutions of higher education to ensure the well being and safety of students, faculty, staff and college communities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1215","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219374,"bill_number":"H857","title":"Restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws","description":"Relative to restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2450","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H857","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219375,"bill_number":"H689","title":"Relative to the board of registrars of voters","description":"Relative to the board of registrars in certain towns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H689","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219376,"bill_number":"H1072","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1072","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1219379,"bill_number":"H1344","title":"Promoting fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing","description":"Relative to preventing discrimination against affordable housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1344","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219380,"bill_number":"H1037","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1037","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1219382,"bill_number":"H921","title":"To reform title insurance","description":"Relative to title insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H921","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219383,"bill_number":"H1375","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1375","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219384,"bill_number":"H1416","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"Relative to providing protections for health care employees who are victims of violence or assault and battery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4689","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1416","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1219386,"bill_number":"H1319","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1319","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219388,"bill_number":"H1471","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1471","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219389,"bill_number":"H1400","title":"Ensuring the enforcement of mandatory minimums for firearm related crimes","description":"Relative to the enforcement of mandatory minimum sentences for firearm related crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1400","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219390,"bill_number":"H1741","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1741","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1219391,"bill_number":"H737","title":"To create the department of marine fisheries resources","description":"For legislation to create the department of marine fisheries resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H737","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219394,"bill_number":"H1131","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1131","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219398,"bill_number":"H665","title":"Relative to election ballots","description":"Relative to election ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H665","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1219399,"bill_number":"H573","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"Relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H573","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219400,"bill_number":"H1443","title":"To prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents","description":"For legislation to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1443","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219401,"bill_number":"H964","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H964","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1219402,"bill_number":"H1251","title":"Relative to smart growth multifamily housing production","description":"Relative to smart growth multifamily housing production. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1251","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219403,"bill_number":"H1716","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5097","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1716","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1219405,"bill_number":"H736","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/24/2019 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2019-09-12","committee":"Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H736","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1219406,"bill_number":"H489","title":"Relative to school recess","description":"Relative to school recess. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H489","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1219407,"bill_number":"H1203","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1203","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219408,"bill_number":"H1220","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1220","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1219411,"bill_number":"H979","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H979","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219412,"bill_number":"H1496","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1496","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219413,"bill_number":"H1734","title":"Removing administrative barriers to behavioral health services","description":"Relative to prior authorization requirements for inpatient mental health services within the MassHealth program. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5100","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1734","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219414,"bill_number":"H1068","title":"Regulating and insuring shared micro-mobility device companies","description":"For legislation to further regulate shared micro-mobility single-rider electric scooter device companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1068","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219415,"bill_number":"H581","title":"Concerning education in honor of Byron Rushing","description":"Relative to including the events of Black History instruction at schools and institutions of higher education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H581","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219418,"bill_number":"H764","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"Relative to the adoption of certain research animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H764","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219420,"bill_number":"H1464","title":"Relative to parole hearings for previous life sentences","description":"Relative to parole hearings for certain individuals serving juvenile life sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1464","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219421,"bill_number":"H919","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to the collection of consumer debt. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4694","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H919","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219422,"bill_number":"H1321","title":"Restoring the commonwealths public housing","description":"Relative to public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1321","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1219425,"bill_number":"H1268","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1268","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219426,"bill_number":"H1307","title":"Relative to wildlife management areas and 40B structures","description":"For legislation to prohibit construction of certain structures within 500 feet of the border of wildlife management areas. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1307","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219427,"bill_number":"H861","title":"To assist municipal and district ratepayers","description":"By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition of Jeffrey N. Roy and others that the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs examine and consider costs associated with municipal and district water, wastewater and stormwater system improvements. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/24/2019 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2019-09-12","committee":"Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H861","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219430,"bill_number":"H1788","title":"Creating a multi-family housing incentive pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish in the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development a housing development pilot program to offer incentives to cities and towns to zone for substantial multifamily housing and/or mixed use development in transit-oriented locations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1788","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219432,"bill_number":"H841","title":"Promoting sustainable investment, economic security and fiscal responsibility with respect to climate risks","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Sarah K. Peake and others promoting sustainable investment, economic security and fiscal responsibility with respect to climate risks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H841","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219434,"bill_number":"H685","title":"Relative to election day registration","description":"Relative to election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H685","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219435,"bill_number":"H1281","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","description":"Relative to multifamily housing construction. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1281","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219437,"bill_number":"H1144","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1144","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219438,"bill_number":"H822","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H822","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":1219439,"bill_number":"H1761","title":"Promoting cluster residential development","description":"Relative to zoning ordinances or bylaws that permit open space residential development. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1761","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1219442,"bill_number":"H1466","title":"To prohibit female genital mutilation","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4606","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1466","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219443,"bill_number":"H1622","title":"Relative to child labor law","description":"Relative to child labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1622","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219444,"bill_number":"H1213","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1213","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219445,"bill_number":"H1444","title":"Changing the legal status of \"pets\" from personal property to \"companion animals\"","description":"Relative to the penalties for guardiana abusing domesticated companion animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1444","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219447,"bill_number":"H1076","title":"Relative to secure choice retirement savings plan","description":"For legislation to establish secure choice retirement savings plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1076","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219448,"bill_number":"H1611","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1611","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219449,"bill_number":"H909","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H909","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219450,"bill_number":"H713","title":"Relative to the annual street listing","description":"Relative to the annual street listing under the election laws of the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H713","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219452,"bill_number":"H1689","title":"Relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security officers","description":"For legislation to establish a prevailing wage for security officers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4030","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1689","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219453,"bill_number":"H1631","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1631","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1219454,"bill_number":"H930","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H930","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1219455,"bill_number":"H1740","title":"Relative to mental health needs and suicide prevention","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) on suicide prevention and mental health crisis management. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1740","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219456,"bill_number":"H1768","title":"Relative to municipal form based codes","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of form-based zoning in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1768","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1219460,"bill_number":"H1405","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"Relative to the re-homing so-called of certain adopted children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1405","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1219461,"bill_number":"H1470","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1470","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219462,"bill_number":"H583","title":"Relative to the net school spending cap","description":"Relative to the net school spending cap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H583","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1219463,"bill_number":"H1039","title":"To reduce congestion and encourage shared rides","description":"For legislation to encourage transportation network company pre-arranged shared rides. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1039","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1219464,"bill_number":"H1430","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1430","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1219465,"bill_number":"H1551","title":"To track the implementation of the Brangan ruling","description":"Relative to reporting of bail and charges to the Committee for Public Counsel Services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1551","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1219467,"bill_number":"H1079","title":"Providing protections to victims of domestic violence in connection with property insurance claims","description":"Relative to property insurance claims of victims of domestic violence. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1079","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219468,"bill_number":"H496","title":"Relative to establishing a private school tuition deduction task force","description":"Relative to the fiscal viability of establishing private school tuition deductions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H496","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219469,"bill_number":"H1762","title":"To reform the distribution of unrestricted local aid","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the distribution of unrestricted local aid in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1762","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219470,"bill_number":"H1637","title":"Relative to minor minimum wage","description":"Relative to minor minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1637","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1219471,"bill_number":"H846","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3866","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H846","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1219472,"bill_number":"H1323","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 and Daniel Cahill 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1323","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219473,"bill_number":"H790","title":"Authorizing mushroom picking for personal use on certain state park lands","description":"Relative to authorizing mushroom picking for personal use on certain state park lands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3946","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H790","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1219474,"bill_number":"H594","title":"Requiring critical incident drills in schools","description":"Relative to requiring critical incident drills in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4431","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H594","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1219475,"bill_number":"H694","title":"To promote election audits","description":"For legislation to further regulate auditing biennial state elections, state primary preceding biennial state elections, presidential primaries, or special general elections for Senator in Congress or Representative in Congress. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H694","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219476,"bill_number":"H1023","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1023","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219482,"bill_number":"H918","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H918","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219484,"bill_number":"H1804","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1804","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219486,"bill_number":"H1823","title":"Relating to the remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1823","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219487,"bill_number":"H733","title":"Relative to the import, sale, trade, distribution, possession, and release of marbled crayfish and marmokrebs","description":"Relative to marbled crayfish and marmokrebs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H733","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219488,"bill_number":"H1834","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday June 5, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1834","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1219489,"bill_number":"H838","title":"Protecting designated port areas","description":"By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy and William J. Driscoll, Jr., 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H838","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1219490,"bill_number":"H662","title":"Establishing healthy voting habits among youth","description":"For legislation to lower the voting age in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H662","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1219491,"bill_number":"H1765","title":"To prevent nonprofit institutions from avoiding wetlands or natural resource protections under the so-called Dover Amendment","description":"Relative to zoning restrictions for land or structures for religious or educational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1765","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1219493,"bill_number":"H810","title":"Relative to extender producer responsibility","description":"Relative to the economic, environmental, and public health benefits and costs of extended producer responsibility laws related to the manufacture and post-consumer management of products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H810","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219494,"bill_number":"H1502","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1502","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219497,"bill_number":"H833","title":"Confirming Commercial Wharf East Condominium Association present uses as authorized by the Downtown Waterfront-Faneuil Hall Urban Renewal Plan and Chapter 663 of the Acts of 1964 and Chapter 310 of the Acts of 1972 and preventing residents from being forced to sell their property and 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H833","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219498,"bill_number":"H786","title":"Relative to flood storage","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Metropolitan Area Planning Council conduct a study of potential flood storage locations and water quality improvements in the Alewife Brook watershed. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4114","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H786","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219499,"bill_number":"H1838","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the Joint Committee on Financial Services","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1838","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219500,"bill_number":"H831","title":"Relative to annual compliance fee exemption","description":"Relative the authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to exempt municipalities from certain annual compliance assurance fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H831","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219502,"bill_number":"H931","title":"Promoting high value and high quality care","description":"Relative to the quality of healthcare and healthcare benefits and insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H931","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1219503,"bill_number":"H1792","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies","description":"Relative to authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4289","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1792","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1219505,"bill_number":"H1410","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1410","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1219506,"bill_number":"H1423","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1423","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219508,"bill_number":"H1669","title":"To harmonize wage laws","description":"Relative to overtime pay. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4173","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1669","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1219512,"bill_number":"H1115","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1115","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219513,"bill_number":"H1816","title":"Known as the animal rescue access act of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the protection of impounded animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1816","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1219514,"bill_number":"H670","title":"Relative to access of official absentee and early voting data","description":"Relative to access to official absentee and early voter data by state parties. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H670","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219516,"bill_number":"H1253","title":"Relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing","description":"Relative to establishing an advisory commission to study the best practices and safety protocols of state subsidized senior and non-elderly disabled housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1253","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1219517,"bill_number":"H1113","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1113","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219518,"bill_number":"H643","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to offer early voting in municipal elections","description":"Relative to authorizing the city of Cambridge to offer early voting in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H643","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219519,"bill_number":"H601","title":"Relative to home care","description":"Relative to home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H601","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219520,"bill_number":"H1379","title":"Relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths","description":"Relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1379","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1219521,"bill_number":"H1621","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 Act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4026","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1621","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219523,"bill_number":"H1372","title":"Relative to constables","description":"Relative to constables. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1372","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219525,"bill_number":"H743","title":"To reduce packaging waste","description":"For legislation to reduce packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H743","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1219526,"bill_number":"H657","title":"Relative to age requirements in local elections","description":"Relative to lowering the voting age requirements in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H657","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219527,"bill_number":"H1403","title":"Relative to the online privacy of minors","description":"Relative to the online privacy of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1403","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219532,"bill_number":"H714","title":"Relative to election emergencies","description":"Relative to authorizing the State Secretary to regulate elections in emergency situations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H714","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219533,"bill_number":"H1429","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1429","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1219534,"bill_number":"H1606","title":"Relative to youth soccer referees","description":"Relative to the employment of certain youth sports referees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1606","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219535,"bill_number":"H1806","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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1806","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1219537,"bill_number":"H1264","title":"To further provide a rental arrearage program","description":"Relative to rental and mortgage arrearage assistance programs for certain households at risk of eviction or foreclosure. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1264","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219538,"bill_number":"H658","title":"Ensuring the election integrity through voter identification","description":"Relative to the identification requirements for voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H658","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219539,"bill_number":"H812","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislation to regulate boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2358","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H812","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1219541,"bill_number":"H688","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H688","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1219542,"bill_number":"H1353","title":"Banning glue based rodent traps","description":"For legislation to ban the use of glue-based rodent traps. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1353","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1219544,"bill_number":"H746","title":"To relative to shellfish aquaculture licenses","description":"Relative to shellfish aquaculture licenses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H746","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219546,"bill_number":"H1077","title":"Relative to the board of directors of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"Relative to the board of directors of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5230","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1077","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219547,"bill_number":"H1116","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1116","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219549,"bill_number":"H678","title":"Relative to prohibiting pay-to-play schemes","description":"Relative to political contributions by investment advisors doing business with public entities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H678","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219550,"bill_number":"H1238","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4421","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1238","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219551,"bill_number":"H1134","title":"Relative to provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs","description":"By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition of F. Jay Barrows and Shaunna L. O'Connell that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services produce annually lists of employers who have 50 or more employees using public health assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1134","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1219552,"bill_number":"H944","title":"Relative to personal vehicle sharing","description":"Relative to personal vehicle sharing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H944","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1219556,"bill_number":"H1695","title":"Clarifying the payment of wages","description":"Relative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1695","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219557,"bill_number":"H1633","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1633","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219558,"bill_number":"H1436","title":"Criminalizing sexual assault by fraud of a medical professional","description":"Relative to the penalty imposed for the crime of sexual assault by fraud of medical professionals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1436","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219559,"bill_number":"H1771","title":"Authorizing the town of Barnstable to grant an easement to Vineyard Wind LLC","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Barnstable to grant a certain easement to Vineyard Wind LLC. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1771","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1219560,"bill_number":"H796","title":"Relative to paint recycling","description":"Relative to the recycling of certain paints. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H796","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219562,"bill_number":"H1537","title":"Establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases","description":"By Messrs. Rogers of Cambridge and Day of Stoneham, a petition of David M. Rogers, Michael S. Day and others establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1537","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219563,"bill_number":"H1770","title":"Promoting the adoption of renewable energy for heating, cooling and hot water","description":"Relative to promoting the adoption of renewable energy for heating, cooling and hot water under the zoning law. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1770","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1219564,"bill_number":"H562","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H562","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219566,"bill_number":"H839","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H839","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1219567,"bill_number":"H551","title":"Relative to grants for high quality early education","description":"For legislation to authorize a grant program to support the implementation of high quality pre-kindergarten programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4291","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H551","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219569,"bill_number":"H1341","title":"To collect data on LGBTQI prisoners held in restrictive housing","description":"Relative to reporting requirements for the Department of Correction regarding the use of solitary confinement for LGBTQI prisoners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2019 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1341","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219570,"bill_number":"H1799","title":"Relative to variances","description":"Relative to zoning variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1799","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219571,"bill_number":"H1707","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1707","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219572,"bill_number":"H1591","title":"Amending MGL Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2017, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, to include protections in hiring processes for individuals who suffer a miscarriage","description":"Relative to protections in hiring processes for individuals who suffer miscarriages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1591","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219574,"bill_number":"H823","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2504","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H823","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1219575,"bill_number":"H1724","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. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5098","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1724","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1219577,"bill_number":"H709","title":"Relative to UOCAVA voting","description":"Relative to federal uniformed and overseas citizens absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H709","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219579,"bill_number":"H1831","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday June 5, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1831","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1219581,"bill_number":"H992","title":"Relative to controlling healthcare cost growth for consumers by directing carriers to constrain the variation in payment to providers within their networks","description":"Relative to the rates of reimbursement paid to providers within the carrier’s network. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H992","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1219583,"bill_number":"H1209","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1209","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1219584,"bill_number":"H1378","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1378","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219586,"bill_number":"H1358","title":"To ensure equal counsel in eviction proceedings","description":"For legislation to ensure equal counsel in eviction proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1358","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219588,"bill_number":"H1583","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1583","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1219589,"bill_number":"H967","title":"To protect consumers from surprise medical bills","description":"For legislation to require specific patient consent for out-of-network healthcare services and prohibiting providers from billing consumers for more than the in-network cost-sharing amount. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H967","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1219590,"bill_number":"H1714","title":"Establishing a commission on post traumatic stress disorder","description":"By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry and others establishing a commission on post traumatic stress disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4119","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1714","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219592,"bill_number":"H1091","title":"Modify the safe drivers insurance plan relative to minor violation","description":"Relativerelative to minor violations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1091","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219593,"bill_number":"H1524","title":"Protecting titles to real estate in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to titles for real estate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1524","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219594,"bill_number":"H717","title":"Regarding ballot voting options","description":"Relative to adding a “none of the above” option to ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H717","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219595,"bill_number":"H856","title":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund","description":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund and the town of Tewksbury. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H856","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1219596,"bill_number":"H1408","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1408","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1219599,"bill_number":"H1126","title":"To ensure affordable health connector coverage","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable health connector coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1126","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219600,"bill_number":"H704","title":"Relative to voting overseas","description":"Relative to overseas voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H704","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1219602,"bill_number":"H521","title":"Relative to school committee compensation for virtual school districts","description":"Relative to school committee compensation for virtual school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H521","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219603,"bill_number":"H1785","title":"To enhance regional services through county governments","description":"Relative to the establishment of grant programs to enhance regional services through county governments. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1785","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219604,"bill_number":"H1244","title":"Relative to the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center","description":"Relative to the governance and operations of the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center at Roxbury Community College. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1244","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219605,"bill_number":"H1619","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"Relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1665","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1619","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1219606,"bill_number":"H1731","title":"Providing signature authority for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical nurse specialists","description":"Relative to providing signature authority for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical nurse specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4535","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1731","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219609,"bill_number":"H586","title":"Providing rightful opportunities and meaningful investment for successful and equitable education","description":"Relative to funding for public schools and the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H586","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1219610,"bill_number":"H534","title":"Providing for diabetes management in schools","description":"Relative to providing for diabetes management in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4638","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H534","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219614,"bill_number":"H619","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H619","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1219615,"bill_number":"H1787","title":"Authorizing the Norfolk County Retirement Board to acquire real property to use as administrative offices","description":"For legislation to authorize the Norfolk County Retirement Board to acquire real property for use as administrative offices. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3741","last_action_date":"2019-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1787","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219616,"bill_number":"H1592","title":"To address contributions of employers to unemployment","description":"Relative to the definition of employment for unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1592","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1219617,"bill_number":"H771","title":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic bag pollution by requiring the availability of reusable bags at certain stores. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H771","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1219618,"bill_number":"H1644","title":"Relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits","description":"For legislation to include intoxication and unlawful use of controlled substances as willful misconduct by employees applying for workers' compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1644","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219619,"bill_number":"H508","title":"Improving students’ access to life saving treatments","description":"Relative to the emergency administration of glucagon in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H508","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219620,"bill_number":"H1829","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1829","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219622,"bill_number":"H1445","title":"Relative to establishing an animal abuse registry","description":"For legislation to establish an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1445","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219623,"bill_number":"H933","title":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits","description":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H933","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219626,"bill_number":"H1143","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1143","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219627,"bill_number":"H1586","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1586","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1219632,"bill_number":"H1659","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4028","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1659","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1219633,"bill_number":"H537","title":"Concerning early college and financing efforts","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to offer early college planning and financing programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H537","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1219634,"bill_number":"H1060","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws","description":"Relative to modernizing the credit union laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4290","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1060","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219635,"bill_number":"H1506","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1506","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219636,"bill_number":"H1130","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1130","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219637,"bill_number":"H1494","title":"Elevating the limit for small claims","description":"Relative to the limit for small claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1494","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219638,"bill_number":"H794","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H794","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219639,"bill_number":"H1629","title":"To protect unemployment benefits for furloughed federal employees","description":"For legislation to protect unemployment benefits for furloughed federal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1629","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1219642,"bill_number":"H1349","title":"Relative to retired police cruisers","description":"Relative to retired police cruisers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1349","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1219644,"bill_number":"H1453","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1453","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219645,"bill_number":"H820","title":"Relative to combined sewer overflow","description":"Relative to combined sewer overflow. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H820","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1219647,"bill_number":"H1146","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1146","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219648,"bill_number":"H1032","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1032","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1219649,"bill_number":"H891","title":"Relative to noise pollution","description":"For legislation to further define noise regulation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H891","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219654,"bill_number":"H739","title":"Addressing noise issues of migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings","description":"Relative to noise issues of migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H739","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1219655,"bill_number":"H1789","title":"Requiring automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of Denise C. Garlick and others that public buildings in Norfolk County under the control of the Norfolk County Commissioners contain automatic external defibrillators and a staff member as an automatic external defibrillator provider. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1789","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1219656,"bill_number":"H644","title":"Relative to campaign finance","description":"For legislation to exempt certain candidates from signing certain campaign finance affidavits. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H644","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219657,"bill_number":"H1728","title":"Providing mental health and substance use 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4534","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1728","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219658,"bill_number":"H628","title":"Protecting elders from bullying","description":"Relative to protecting elders from bullying. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H628","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1219659,"bill_number":"H1136","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1136","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1219660,"bill_number":"H1670","title":"To protect injured workers","description":"Relative to the protection of injured workers under the workers' compensation law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4174","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1670","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1219661,"bill_number":"H1002","title":"Expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1002","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219662,"bill_number":"H1425","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1425","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219663,"bill_number":"H1119","title":"Relative to women’s health","description":"For legislation to provide coverage for long acting reversible contraceptives. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1119","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219664,"bill_number":"H1671","title":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1671","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1219665,"bill_number":"H1610","title":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","description":"For legislation to prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5086","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1610","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1219667,"bill_number":"H572","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H572","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219668,"bill_number":"H731","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H731","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219670,"bill_number":"H1705","title":"Relative to expanding access and safety of mental health services","description":"Relative to expanding access and safety of mental health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1705","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219672,"bill_number":"H1293","title":"Prohibiting level 2 and level 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1293","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219674,"bill_number":"H1704","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1704","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219675,"bill_number":"H1016","title":"Establishing a commission to study maximum allowable costs lists","description":"Relative to maximum allowable costs lists utilized by payers and pharmaceutical benefit managers to identify the maximum amount health plans will pay for certain prescription drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1016","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219677,"bill_number":"H1440","title":"Establishing a special commission on structural racism","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the presence of institutional racism and structural racial inequality in the criminal justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1440","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1219678,"bill_number":"H1351","title":"Relative to false 911 calls from or about school facilities","description":"Relative to penalties for false 911 calls from or about school facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1351","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1219680,"bill_number":"H1774","title":"Protecting the health and safety of puppies and kittens in cities and towns","description":"Relative to oversight of dogs and cats by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1774","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1219681,"bill_number":"H1708","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1708","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219682,"bill_number":"H1802","title":"Regarding mandatory land use board training","description":"Relative to education and training for members of local planning boards and zoning boards of appeals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1802","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219686,"bill_number":"H1287","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1287","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219687,"bill_number":"H877","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H876","last_action_date":"2019-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H877","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219688,"bill_number":"H1262","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1262","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1219689,"bill_number":"H1738","title":"Relative to improving mental health care through innovation","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry, Brian M. Ashe and John J. Lawn, Jr., 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1738","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219691,"bill_number":"H911","title":"To increase access to lactation support through proper reimbursement","description":"Relative to coverage for lactation support by certain insurance providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H911","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219692,"bill_number":"H660","title":"Relative to early voting","description":"Relative to early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H660","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1219695,"bill_number":"H1065","title":"Enhancing the mission of credit unions and promoting fair competition among financial institutions","description":"Relative to the mission of credit unions and promoting competition among financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1065","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219696,"bill_number":"H1242","title":"Relative to college tuition and admissions","description":"Relative to residential preference for financial aid at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1242","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1219697,"bill_number":"H866","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H866","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219699,"bill_number":"H1257","title":"To define the jurisdiction of the local housing authority for implementation of rental assistance programs","description":"For legislation to define the jurisdiction of the local housing authority for implementation of rental assistance programs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5001","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1257","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219701,"bill_number":"H1228","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"By Mr. Madaro of Boston, a petition of Adrian C. Madaro and others that the endowment match program provide matching funds for public higher education institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1228","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219702,"bill_number":"H673","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H673","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219703,"bill_number":"H890","title":"Relative to hunting with artificial light","description":"For legislation to authorize the hunting of coyote with artificial light. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H890","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219704,"bill_number":"H1211","title":"To establish a finish line grant program to encourage college completion","description":"For legislation to provide scholarships for the cost of tuition and fees for certain non-first year students at public colleges or universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1211","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219705,"bill_number":"H1117","title":"Relative to drug prices paid by carriers","description":"Relative to drug prices paid by certain insurance carriers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1117","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219706,"bill_number":"H592","title":"Regarding parental consent","description":"For legislation to require parental consent prior to out-of-school-district referrals and student surveys regarding personal or private issues . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H592","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219707,"bill_number":"H874","title":"Relative to noise and air pollution","description":"Relative to noise and air pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5073","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H874","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219709,"bill_number":"H1069","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3977","last_action_date":"2019-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1069","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1219710,"bill_number":"H1320","title":"Relative to public housing authorities","description":"For legislation to increase the rental fee per household at certain housing projects in public housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1320","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219711,"bill_number":"H1359","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1359","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219715,"bill_number":"H507","title":"Relative to pre-school teachers","description":"Relative to degree requirements for early education professionals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H507","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219716,"bill_number":"H885","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H885","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219717,"bill_number":"H843","title":"Relative to helium balloons","description":"Relative to the sale, distribution and release of balloons. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H843","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219719,"bill_number":"H776","title":"Empowering towns and cities to protect residents and the environment 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5072","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H776","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219720,"bill_number":"H1478","title":"To end child marriage in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to prohibit marriage of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1478","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219722,"bill_number":"H1758","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1758","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219723,"bill_number":"H1709","title":"Enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds","description":"Relative to enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric and substance abuse holds. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5097","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1709","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1219724,"bill_number":"H622","title":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H622","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1219725,"bill_number":"H860","title":"Creating a commission to study Willett Pond","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study whether Willett Pond and its appurtenances should be deeded to the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S466","last_action_date":"2019-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H860","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219728,"bill_number":"H1424","title":"Prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to any 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1424","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219729,"bill_number":"H1809","title":"To establish a Merrimack Valley River district council","description":"For legislation to establish a Merrimack Valley River district council consisting of membership from the cities and towns along the Massachusetts portion of said river. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1809","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1219732,"bill_number":"H567","title":"Expanding high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials","description":"Relative to the development of programs to assist students in obtaining industry-recognized certifications. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H567","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219734,"bill_number":"H1647","title":"Relative to repealing the employer medical assistance contribution tax","description":"Relative to repealing the employer medical assistance contribution. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1647","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219735,"bill_number":"H758","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"Relative to the adoption of certain research animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H758","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1219736,"bill_number":"H564","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4642","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H564","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219738,"bill_number":"H972","title":"To increase limited and tiered network enrollment","description":"Relative to select or tiered network health care insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H972","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1219739,"bill_number":"H1439","title":"Reforming juvenile offender law","description":"Relative to the juvenile offender law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1439","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1219741,"bill_number":"H1055","title":"To ensure access to generic medications","description":"Relative to access to generic medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1055","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219742,"bill_number":"H1668","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1668","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219745,"bill_number":"H497","title":"Relative to Chapter 70 funding","description":"For legislation to make changes to the school funding formula and to implement certain recommendations of the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H497","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219746,"bill_number":"H1571","title":"Clarifying the definition of serious mental Illness on criminal justice reform","description":"Relative to the definition of serious mental illness in certain criminal justice laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1571","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1219749,"bill_number":"H1556","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1556","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1219750,"bill_number":"H1749","title":"Establishing a commission to study the availability of a continuum of care for persons with substance use disorder","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the availability of continuum of care for persons with substance use disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1749","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1219751,"bill_number":"H649","title":"To decrease waiting times at polling places","description":"By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley, Michael J. Soter and David F. DeCoste 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H649","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219752,"bill_number":"H638","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H638","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219753,"bill_number":"H1259","title":"Relative to capital relief in a counterclaim","description":"Relative to relief in a tenant counterclaim. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1259","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1219754,"bill_number":"H1093","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1093","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219755,"bill_number":"H1158","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1158","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219756,"bill_number":"H1140","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1140","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1219761,"bill_number":"H765","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the financial and environmental impacts of disposal and end-of-life management of mattresses and associated foundations on municipalities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2388","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H765","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219762,"bill_number":"H1614","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"Relative to workplace safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4125","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1614","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1219763,"bill_number":"H1290","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1290","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219764,"bill_number":"H1725","title":"To establish a Medicaid expansion task force","description":"Relative to the use of Medicaid expansion and the increase in overdose rates. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1725","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219765,"bill_number":"H1646","title":"Relative to willingness to work requirements for unemployment benefits","description":"Relative to establishing willingness to work requirements for eligibility of unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1646","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219766,"bill_number":"H1818","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Provincetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1818","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1219767,"bill_number":"H963","title":"Ensuring consumer choice of health care providers","description":"For legislation to require that accountable care organizations have a clear and transparent process to accept or deny certain health care providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H963","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219768,"bill_number":"H1138","title":"To incentivize high-value care","description":"For legislation to incentivize high-value health care services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1138","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219770,"bill_number":"H1590","title":"Clarifying certain divorce proceedings","description":"Relative to absolute divorce judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1590","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219774,"bill_number":"H962","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H962","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1219775,"bill_number":"H1302","title":"Relative to condominium elections","description":"Relative to condominium elections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1302","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1219777,"bill_number":"H1027","title":"Relative to insurance discounts","description":"Relative to providing for discounts in motor vehicle insurance premiums for completion of a marijuana impairment education course. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1027","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1219778,"bill_number":"H701","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H701","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1219780,"bill_number":"H1103","title":"To encourage retirement planning","description":"For legislation to encourage retirement planning by establishment of a Massachusetts secure choice savings program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1103","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219781,"bill_number":"H1579","title":"Relative to protecting victims of domestic violence","description":"Relative to protecting victims of domestic violence by increasing the penalties for certain assault or assault and battery on a family or household member violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1579","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1219783,"bill_number":"H945","title":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H945","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219784,"bill_number":"H1333","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1333","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219785,"bill_number":"H690","title":"Concerning certain ballots","description":"Relative to bilingual ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H690","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219786,"bill_number":"H1691","title":"Relative to employee leave of absence to comply with a family court order","description":"Relative to employee leaves of absence to comply with family court orders. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1691","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1219787,"bill_number":"H708","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H708","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219789,"bill_number":"H1558","title":"Relative to enforcement of condominium laws","description":"Relative to the enforcement of condominium laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1558","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1219790,"bill_number":"H1276","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1276","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219791,"bill_number":"H845","title":"Regulating the sale and purchase of horses","description":"Relative to regulating the sale and purchase of horses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H845","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1219792,"bill_number":"H1690","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1690","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1219795,"bill_number":"H896","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3948","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H896","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1219796,"bill_number":"H1157","title":"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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1157","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219797,"bill_number":"H541","title":"Creating an expert panel on gifted children and their education in the public schools","description":"For legislation to establish a panel on gifted children and their education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H541","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219799,"bill_number":"H927","title":"Making substantive changes to the revised banking laws","description":"Relative to making substantive changes to the revised banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H927","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1219801,"bill_number":"H1285","title":"Relative to single-family home construction","description":"Relative to single-family home construction. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1285","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219802,"bill_number":"H1006","title":"Relative to insurance point surcharges","description":"Relative to exempting certain motor vehicle accidents from insurance point surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1006","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219804,"bill_number":"H939","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H939","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1219805,"bill_number":"H1062","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1062","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219806,"bill_number":"H1275","title":"Relative to emergency housing","description":"Relative to emergency housing assistance for evicted families. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4942","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1275","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219808,"bill_number":"H1361","title":"Relative to pre-trial detention","description":"Relative to adjournments of examinations and trials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1361","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219809,"bill_number":"H490","title":"Providing for bleeding control training as part of the health education curriculum","description":"Relative to providing bleeding control training as part of the health education curriculum in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H490","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219810,"bill_number":"H612","title":"Promoting affordability of home care services","description":"Relative to fees for home care services for certain seniors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H612","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1219811,"bill_number":"H1529","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1529","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1219812,"bill_number":"H1495","title":"Prohibiting the sale of dextromethorphan to minors","description":"Relative to prohibiting the sale of dextromethorphan to minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1495","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219813,"bill_number":"H1120","title":"To require health care coverage for medically necessary treatment for disease, illness, injury, or bodily dysfunction required by a student's individual educational program","description":"Relative to require health care coverage for 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1120","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1219815,"bill_number":"H1063","title":"Relative to corporate disclosure","description":"Relative to corporate disclosures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1063","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219817,"bill_number":"H836","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H836","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1219818,"bill_number":"H1360","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1360","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219821,"bill_number":"H914","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H914","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1219823,"bill_number":"H906","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H906","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219824,"bill_number":"H1679","title":"Relative to the confidentiality of communications of information of labor organizations","description":"Relative to the confidentiality of communications of information of labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1679","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1219825,"bill_number":"H1480","title":"Relative to sexually exploited individuals","description":"Relative to sexually exploited individuals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1480","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219826,"bill_number":"H1800","title":"An act relative to the term of special permits","description":"Relative to the term of special permits under the zoning laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1800","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219827,"bill_number":"H881","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5078","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H881","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1219829,"bill_number":"H915","title":"Ensuring access to medications","description":"Relative to ensuring access to certain medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H915","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1219833,"bill_number":"H1501","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1501","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219834,"bill_number":"H1057","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1057","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219835,"bill_number":"H947","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H947","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1219836,"bill_number":"H1418","title":"Known as \"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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1418","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219838,"bill_number":"H650","title":"Relative to public information requests","description":"Relative to the availability of voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H650","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219839,"bill_number":"H996","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H996","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1219841,"bill_number":"H530","title":"Creating a special commission to study classroom temperatures","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study minimum and maximum allowable air temperatures in public school classrooms and facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H530","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1219844,"bill_number":"H908","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H908","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219846,"bill_number":"H1830","title":"Relative to petition by city or town pursuant to home rule amendment","description":"By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira that petitions by cities and towns filed with the General Court pursuant to home rule amendment do not expire. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1830","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219847,"bill_number":"H1363","title":"Relative to improving the administration and efficiency of the judicial system","description":"Relative to the administration and efficiency of the judicial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1363","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219848,"bill_number":"H1021","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1021","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219849,"bill_number":"H1200","title":"To update Medicaid resource limits for seniors","description":"Relative to Medicaid resource limits for seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1200","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1219851,"bill_number":"H853","title":"To assure the attainment of greenhouse gas emissions goals in the alternative portfolio standard","description":"Relative to the use of waste-to-energy municipal solid waste plant technology and forest-derived biomass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4415","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H853","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1219852,"bill_number":"H858","title":"To incentivize the reduction of residential waste disposal","description":"Relative to residential solid waste disposal and the implementation of mandatory reporting standards for cities and towns. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H858","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1219853,"bill_number":"H1420","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1420","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219854,"bill_number":"H1790","title":"Authorizing municipalities to expend certain funds for the acquisition of land to be used for rail trails","description":"Relative to authorizing municipalities to expend certain funds for the acquisition of land to be used for rail trails. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1790","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1219855,"bill_number":"H784","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H784","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1219856,"bill_number":"H1164","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"For legislation to improve health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1164","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219857,"bill_number":"H1719","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1153","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1719","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219861,"bill_number":"H819","title":"To support Plum Island coastal resources","description":"That the city of Newburyport and the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to enter into an agreement for the joint collection of surcharges for motor vehicles parking in certain state owned parking facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H819","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1219862,"bill_number":"H1617","title":"Requiring one fair wage","description":"Relative to determining the wages employers are required to pay tipped employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5085","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1617","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1219863,"bill_number":"H1357","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative to advance rent and security deposits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1357","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1219865,"bill_number":"H589","title":"Supporting evolving educational standards that allow interdisciplinary education, need-based 3R instruction, and reduced testing time","description":"Relative to evolving educational standards that allow interdisciplinary education, need-based 3R instruction, and reduced testing time. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H589","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1219867,"bill_number":"H756","title":"To establish a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk","description":"By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley and Michael J. Soter that the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs be directed to perform a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H756","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219868,"bill_number":"H504","title":"Relative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam","description":"Relative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H504","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219869,"bill_number":"H1108","title":"Relative to home insurance rates","description":"Relative to homeowner’s insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1108","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219870,"bill_number":"H1270","title":"Promoting workforce housing","description":"For legislation to authorize cities or towns to include workforce housing in housing production plans. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1270","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1219872,"bill_number":"H663","title":"Allowing 17 year olds to vote in town elections and town meetings","description":"For legislation to authorize 17 year old citizens to vote in town elections and town meetings in the town of Concord. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H663","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1219874,"bill_number":"H1029","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"Relative to health plan coverage for medically necessary mental health crisis stabilization services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1029","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1219875,"bill_number":"H1457","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1457","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219877,"bill_number":"H897","title":"Relative to forest protection","description":"Relative to forest protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4415","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H897","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1219878,"bill_number":"H735","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H735","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1219879,"bill_number":"H602","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H602","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219881,"bill_number":"H579","title":"To establish the innovation demonstrating equity and achievement grant","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to establish a grant program to minimize the achievement and opportunity gaps. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H579","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1219882,"bill_number":"H1218","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities who have exited special education","description":"Relative to creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities who have exited special education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4419","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1218","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1219884,"bill_number":"H1474","title":"Relative to offenses while driving on a suspended license","description":"Relative to offenses while driving on a suspended motor vehicle license. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4375","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1474","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1219887,"bill_number":"H1110","title":"Relative providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiogram and concussion analysis for persons under the age of 18/JJ's Bill","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1110","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219888,"bill_number":"H768","title":"To promote regionalization with watershed based permitting","description":"For legislation to promote regionalization with watershed based permitting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H768","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219890,"bill_number":"H1692","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1692","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1219892,"bill_number":"H907","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H907","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219893,"bill_number":"H1183","title":"To promote graduate medical education","description":"By Mr. Moran of Lawrence, a petition of Frank A. Moran and others that MassHealth be required to make graduate medical education payments for primary care, behavioral health, and other physician shortage professions residency training. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1183","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219894,"bill_number":"H1419","title":"Relative to child custody when either parent is on active military duty","description":"Relative to child custody when parents are on active military duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1419","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219895,"bill_number":"H691","title":"Extending voting protection to early voting","description":"Relative to extending certain voting protection to early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H691","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1219897,"bill_number":"H1835","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday June 5, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1835","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1219898,"bill_number":"H1282","title":"Promoting accessory dwelling units","description":"Relative to the regulation of location, dimensions or design of accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1282","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219899,"bill_number":"H1208","title":"Requiring sexual misconduct climate surveys at institutions of higher education","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1208","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1219900,"bill_number":"H1697","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1697","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1219901,"bill_number":"H1005","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1005","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219904,"bill_number":"H1192","title":"Relative to the examination of health care cost trends in MassHealth","description":"Relative to the examination of health care cost trends in MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1192","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1219907,"bill_number":"H1514","title":"Relative to multi-system youth","description":"Relative to juvenile or youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1514","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1219908,"bill_number":"H1563","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1563","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219909,"bill_number":"H1105","title":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates","description":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1105","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1219910,"bill_number":"H1643","title":"Relative to business owners unemployment insurance benefits","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for certain business owners who intentionally and knowingly close their business with deliberate intent on reopening. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1643","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219911,"bill_number":"H1308","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1308","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1219912,"bill_number":"H1688","title":"Relative to supplemental services provided by employee organizations","description":"Relative to supplemental services provided by employee organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1688","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1219914,"bill_number":"H1656","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1656","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1219915,"bill_number":"H1507","title":"Relative to farmers markets","description":"Relative to the liability of farmers’ markets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1507","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1219917,"bill_number":"H620","title":"Protecting elders and persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to protecting elders and persons with disabilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S359","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H620","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1219918,"bill_number":"H989","title":"Providing for the bank of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to providing for the bank of Massachusetts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H989","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1219919,"bill_number":"H1102","title":"To establish health equity for pregnant persons","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits for pregnant persons. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1102","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1219920,"bill_number":"H630","title":"Relative to home care","description":"Relative to home care and enhanced community options programs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H630","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1219921,"bill_number":"H777","title":"Adjusting mobile gear fishing restrictions in Nantucket coastal waters to reflect regulations provided to the rest of Massachusetts coastal communities","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S445","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H777","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1219922,"bill_number":"H1067","title":"Relative to transportation network company rider assessments","description":"Relative to transportation network company rider assessments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1067","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219923,"bill_number":"H493","title":"Relative to independent child protection","description":"Relative to education costs of children with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H493","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1219924,"bill_number":"H1260","title":"To guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal","description":"Relative to providing tenants the first opportunity to purchase certain property. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1260","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1219927,"bill_number":"H1392","title":"To protect the religious beliefs and moral convictions of citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the religious beliefs and moral convictions of citizens of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1392","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219928,"bill_number":"H1286","title":"Establishing an office of the condominium ombudsman","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide condominium ombudsman program. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1286","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219933,"bill_number":"H1330","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1330","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1219934,"bill_number":"H865","title":"Making an appropriation for the fiscal year 2020 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5030","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H865","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1219936,"bill_number":"H633","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H633","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1219937,"bill_number":"H815","title":"Requiring a Massachusetts Fishermen's Partnership Seat on the seaport economic counsel","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Fishermen's Partnership to have a seat on the Seaport Economic Council. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5012","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H815","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1219940,"bill_number":"H1173","title":"Improving public health through a common application for core food, health and safety-net programs","description":"Relative to applications for nutrition assistance and the development of a common application portal for state-administered needs-based benefits and services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1173","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1219941,"bill_number":"H1827","title":"Supporting municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to establish reserve funds for certain special education and transportation costs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1827","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219942,"bill_number":"H802","title":"Establishing a special commission to ensure the resiliency of family farms in the 21st century","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the needs of agriculture in the Commonwealth in the 21st century. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H802","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1219943,"bill_number":"H1459","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates on damages awarded in tort actions and contract actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1459","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219944,"bill_number":"H1658","title":"Relative to increasing wages of private sector human service workers","description":"Relative to increasing wages of private sector human service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4171","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1658","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1219946,"bill_number":"H1561","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1561","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1219948,"bill_number":"H719","title":"Relative to ranked choice voting","description":"Relative to the use of ranked choice voting in certain elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H719","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1219950,"bill_number":"H1186","title":"Strengthening HPC and CHIA market oversight","description":"Relative to oversight of the market by the Health Policy Commission and the Center for Health Information and Analysis. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1186","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1219951,"bill_number":"H873","title":"To promote healthy soils and agricultural innovation within the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote healthy soils and agricultural innovation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2404","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H873","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1219952,"bill_number":"H1124","title":"To strengthen the PIP process","description":"Relative to health care performance improvement plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1124","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1219953,"bill_number":"H1566","title":"Relative to activating the health care proxy","description":"Relative to activating the health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1566","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1219954,"bill_number":"H829","title":"To promote healthy communities and the environment","description":"Relative to pyrolysis and gasification processes to divert non-recycled plastics away from landfills and toward conversion into alternative fuels. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H829","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1219956,"bill_number":"H1059","title":"Relative to commonwealth automobile reinsurers","description":"Relative to the membership of the governing committee for automobile reinsurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1059","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1219958,"bill_number":"H1041","title":"To encourage shared rides to and from Logan Airport","description":"For legislation to further regulate transportation network vehicles by the Massachusetts Port Authority. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1041","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1219959,"bill_number":"H1345","title":"To require sexual harassment prevention training","description":"For legislation to require that employers provide sexual harassment prevention training to new employees and certify compliance of said training to the Attorney General. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1345","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219960,"bill_number":"H609","title":"Relative to promoting the betterment of resident health and safety in long term care facilities","description":"Relative to promoting the betterment of resident health and safety in long term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H609","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1219963,"bill_number":"H1616","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"Relative to transparency in the reporting of employee benefits in private construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4126","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1616","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1219964,"bill_number":"H1520","title":"Repealing mandatory life without parole","description":"Relative to repealing mandatory life sentences without parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1520","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1219965,"bill_number":"H1686","title":"Relative to physician assistant non-competes","description":"Relative to physician assistant non-competes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1686","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1219966,"bill_number":"H639","title":"Supporting parents running 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H639","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1219967,"bill_number":"H1114","title":"Relative to appraisal management companies","description":"Relative to appraisal management companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3904","last_action_date":"2019-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1114","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1219970,"bill_number":"H1503","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1503","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1219971,"bill_number":"H889","title":"Relative to sustainable water conservation practices","description":"Relative to sustainable water conservation practices and the establishment of an irrigation contractor board of registration. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5116","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H889","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1219972,"bill_number":"H1803","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1803","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1219973,"bill_number":"H1696","title":"To clarify the personnel records statute","description":"Relative to personnel record notifications. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1696","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1219975,"bill_number":"H1350","title":"Relative to the common defense","description":"Relative to killing or injuring a person in self defense or defense of others. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1350","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1219976,"bill_number":"H1427","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1427","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1219977,"bill_number":"H503","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H410","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H503","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1219978,"bill_number":"H1596","title":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","description":"Relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3825","last_action_date":"2019-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1596","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1219980,"bill_number":"H1272","title":"Relative to affordable housing","description":"Relative to affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1272","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1219981,"bill_number":"H1364","title":"To fund youth courts","description":"Relative to the funding of youth courts for first-time juvenile offenders that have committed misdemeanor crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1364","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1219984,"bill_number":"H1406","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"Relative to penalties for unauthorized use of unmanned aerial vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1406","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1219986,"bill_number":"H1570","title":"Relative to historic homes","description":"Relative to the penalty for illegally removing certain parts of historical homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1570","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1219987,"bill_number":"H600","title":"Supporting affordable senior housing and services","description":"Relative to expanding the availability of affordable senior housing and services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5079","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H600","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1219989,"bill_number":"H1266","title":"Relative to affordable housing","description":"Relative to affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1266","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1219991,"bill_number":"H982","title":"To provide early and periodic screening, diagnosis and treatment to privately insured children under the age of 21","description":"Relative to healthcare coverage standards for children under private insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H982","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1219992,"bill_number":"H1575","title":"Making technical changes to the laws regulating certain notarial acts","description":"Relative to providing for certain updates to the laws related to notarization. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1575","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1219993,"bill_number":"H1147","title":"Promoting health equity","description":"Relative to the preparation and availability of health disparities/equity impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1147","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1219994,"bill_number":"H1010","title":"Relating to mutual company dividends","description":"Relative to mutual company dividends. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1010","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1219995,"bill_number":"H1312","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1312","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1219996,"bill_number":"H1235","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1235","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1219997,"bill_number":"H917","title":"To facilitate the provision of telehealth services","description":"Relative to telehealth services and third party reimbursements for health care services rendered by health professionals through telehealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H917","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1219998,"bill_number":"H1438","title":"Relative to the protection of vulnerable adults from sexual assault committed by mandated reporters, persons in a position of trust and providers of transportation","description":"Relative to the protection of vulnerable adults from sexual assault committed by mandated reporters, persons in a position of trust and providers of transportation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1438","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1220000,"bill_number":"H804","title":"Relative to septic installers","description":"Relative to the installation of septic tank pipes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H804","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220002,"bill_number":"H1020","title":"Relative to mastectomies","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for mastectomies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1020","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220003,"bill_number":"H721","title":"Relating to post-election audits","description":"For legislation to authorize risk-limiting audits after certain elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H721","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1220004,"bill_number":"H1311","title":"Relative to community block grants","description":"Relative to community block grants. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4941","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1311","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220006,"bill_number":"H1299","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1299","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220008,"bill_number":"H1587","title":"Relative to fence repair","description":"Relative to entry on land by abutting property owners not constituting trespass. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1587","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220010,"bill_number":"H595","title":"Relative to assisted living facility care","description":"By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero and others that the Executive Office of Elder Affairs establish a dispute resolution process for certain assisted living residences to contest findings issued for which corrective action is necessary. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H595","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220011,"bill_number":"H1050","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1050","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220012,"bill_number":"H1245","title":"Establishing tuition free community college in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to authorize a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees for community college courses for certain low income and low- and moderate- income students. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1245","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220013,"bill_number":"H788","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H788","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220014,"bill_number":"H925","title":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to the mortgage review boards and the small business loan review board within the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H925","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220016,"bill_number":"H929","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H929","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1220017,"bill_number":"H1304","title":"Relative to affordable housing units","description":"Relative to affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1304","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220018,"bill_number":"H1151","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1151","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220019,"bill_number":"H1162","title":"To promote transparency in prescription drug prices","description":"Relative to the pricing of prescription drugs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1162","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1220020,"bill_number":"H1399","title":"Relative to parenting time","description":"Relative to court ordered parenting time. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1399","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220021,"bill_number":"H659","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H659","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220022,"bill_number":"H1602","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1602","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1220023,"bill_number":"H1588","title":"Relative to masked demonstrations","description":"Relative to masked demonstrations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1588","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220024,"bill_number":"H1814","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1814","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1220025,"bill_number":"H1600","title":"Protecting wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card","description":"For legislation to protect wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1600","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220041,"bill_number":"H2375","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2375","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1220042,"bill_number":"H2402","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2402","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220043,"bill_number":"H3011","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3047","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3011","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220044,"bill_number":"H1927","title":"Relative to hospital medical staffs","description":"Relative to hospital governing boards and medical staff. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1927","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220045,"bill_number":"H2369","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Charles E. McCabe, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Charles E. McCabe, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2369","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220046,"bill_number":"H2460","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2460","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220047,"bill_number":"H2292","title":"To reform civil service exams","description":"For legislation to further regulate civil service exams. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2292","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220048,"bill_number":"H1879","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1879","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1220049,"bill_number":"H3078","title":"Establishing mileage based numbering for exits along interstate highways","description":"Relative to establishing mileage based numbering for exits along interstate highways in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3078","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220050,"bill_number":"H2841","title":"To expand the green communities program to mitigate climate change","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others that the Division of Energy Resources be directed to expand the green communities program to mitigate climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2841","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1220051,"bill_number":"H1982","title":"Regarding pediatric palliative care","description":"Relative to pediatric palliative care program eligibility. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1982","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220052,"bill_number":"H3471","title":"Relative to the penalties for accessory after the murder of a minor child","description":"Relative to penalties for persons acting as accessories after murders of minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3471","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220053,"bill_number":"H1849","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as health care providers","description":"For legislation to include registered pharmacists in the definition of health care providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1849","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1220054,"bill_number":"H3263","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3263","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220055,"bill_number":"H1946","title":"To update postural screenings in schools","description":"For legislation to update postural screenings in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1946","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220056,"bill_number":"H3390","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3390","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220057,"bill_number":"H3299","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3299","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220058,"bill_number":"H2719","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2719","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220059,"bill_number":"H2108","title":"Relative to dangerous weapons","description":"Relative to dangerous weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2108","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1220060,"bill_number":"H3449","title":"To designate the courthouse in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Edward O. Gourdin Courthouse","description":"For legislation to designate the courthouse in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Edward O. Gourdin courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3449","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220061,"bill_number":"H2163","title":"Relative to pay parity for county correctional officers","description":"Relative to pay parity for county correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5039","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2163","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1220062,"bill_number":"H3105","title":"Regarding right of way violations","description":"Relative to the penalties for right-of-way violations at intersections. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3105","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1220063,"bill_number":"H2728","title":"Relative to cyber procurement insurance","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that state agencies procuring information technology goods or services give preference to vendors that carry cybersecurity insurance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2728","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220064,"bill_number":"H2502","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2502","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220065,"bill_number":"H3197","title":"Supporting Massachusetts Guard and Reserve and their families","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3197","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220066,"bill_number":"H3271","title":"Relative to the definition of attempted murder","description":"Relative to the definition of attempted murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3271","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220067,"bill_number":"H2168","title":"To ensure fairness in retirement benefits for institutional teachers","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits for certain institutional teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2343","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2168","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1220069,"bill_number":"H3358","title":"To reduce mass incarceration","description":"Relative to mass incarceration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3358","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220070,"bill_number":"H3176","title":"Relative to tolls on the Tobin/Mystic River Bridge","description":"Relative to toll charges on the Tobin Bridge for residents of the city of Revere and the town of Saugus. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3176","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220071,"bill_number":"H3437","title":"Relative to regulating the percentage retained for marketing expenses by a non-profit telemarketer agent","description":"For legislation to prevent persons who has been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude from acting as professional solicitors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3437","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220072,"bill_number":"H2973","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2973","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220073,"bill_number":"H2915","title":"To enhance municipal leadership and energy autonomy","description":"Relative to municipal authority in relation to gas and electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2915","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1220074,"bill_number":"H3079","title":"Providing for a distinctive registration plate for firefighters","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles issue distinctive registration plates for certain firefighters and surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3079","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220075,"bill_number":"H1852","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"Relative to diabetes prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1852","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1220076,"bill_number":"H2124","title":"Relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2124","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220077,"bill_number":"H3277","title":"To secure civil rights through the courts of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to secure civil rights through the courts of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3277","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220078,"bill_number":"H3253","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of a collision","description":"Relative to motor vehicle operators leaving the scene of a collision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3253","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220079,"bill_number":"H1999","title":"Creating an obesity task force and pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) and pilot program to examine the impact of obesity in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1999","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220080,"bill_number":"H3243","title":"To protect the veterans hiring preference","description":"For legislation to require cities and towns requesting certain exemptions from the civil service law to submit the hiring policies of such municipality to the Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs for approval. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3243","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220081,"bill_number":"H1912","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4446","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1912","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220082,"bill_number":"H3117","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3117","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1220083,"bill_number":"H2342","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2342","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220084,"bill_number":"H2784","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2784","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1220086,"bill_number":"H3061","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3061","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220087,"bill_number":"H2313","title":"Relative to creditable service in the armed forces of the United States","description":"Relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for certain service in the armed forces of the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2313","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1220088,"bill_number":"H2210","title":"Relative to firefighter retirement benefits","description":"For legislation to expand the cancer presumption for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2210","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220089,"bill_number":"H2228","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Howard S. Levine","description":"By Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater, a petition of Angelo L. D'Emilia, Elizabeth A. Poirier and James K. Hawkins 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2228","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1220090,"bill_number":"H2524","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2524","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220091,"bill_number":"H2332","title":"Relative to credible service for VISTA volunteers","description":"Relative to providing credible service for retirement purposes for VISTA volunteers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2332","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220092,"bill_number":"H2300","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Virginia E. Cummings","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition of Randy Hunt that the State Board of Retirement grant an increased accidental disability retirement allowance to Lieutenant Virginia E. Cummings of the town of Bourne. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2300","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220093,"bill_number":"H3485","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3485","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220094,"bill_number":"H3207","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3207","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220095,"bill_number":"H2658","title":"Relative to PILOT compensation to towns with a high percentage of state owned land","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study establishment of a payment in lieu of taxes program to fairly compensate cities and towns with significant amounts of non-taxable property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2658","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1220096,"bill_number":"H3289","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3289","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220098,"bill_number":"H2908","title":"Relative to compressor stations","description":"Relative to the location of new natural gas compressor stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2908","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220099,"bill_number":"H2937","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2937","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220100,"bill_number":"H2143","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2143","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1220101,"bill_number":"H2282","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2282","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220102,"bill_number":"H3136","title":"Relative to veterans' plates and tolling","description":"By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis and David F. DeCoste that vehicles affixed with veterans’ plates be exempt from roadway tolls. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3136","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220103,"bill_number":"H1895","title":"Relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety","description":"Relative to written consent for HLTV 111 tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1895","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1220104,"bill_number":"H2317","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1554","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2317","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220105,"bill_number":"H2346","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"Relative to the veteran allowance under the public employee retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2346","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1220106,"bill_number":"H2109","title":"Establishing a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving","description":"Relative to establishing a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2109","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220107,"bill_number":"H2645","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 333 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2645","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1220108,"bill_number":"H2580","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2580","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1220109,"bill_number":"H1858","title":"Relative to timely care and saving lives","description":"Relative to pre-hospital care protocols and point-of-entry plans related to the assessment, treatment and transport of stroke patients by licensed emergency medical services' providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1858","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1220110,"bill_number":"H3396","title":"Resolve establishing a bail reform and pretrial treatment task force","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the legal and regulatory framework governing the bail system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3396","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220111,"bill_number":"H3275","title":"To update expungement","description":"Relative to the protection of sealed court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3275","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220112,"bill_number":"H2196","title":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees","description":"Relative to retirement options for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2196","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220113,"bill_number":"H3114","title":"Regulating rental car companies","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3114","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220114,"bill_number":"H2880","title":"Relative to equitable towing rates","description":"Relative to towing rates for commercially registered vehicle not requiring a CDL license. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2880","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220115,"bill_number":"H3432","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3432","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220116,"bill_number":"H2730","title":"Relative to neutrality in public contracts","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2730","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220117,"bill_number":"H2562","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2562","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220118,"bill_number":"H2873","title":"Promoting zero-emission vehicles","description":"Relative to promoting zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2873","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220119,"bill_number":"H1968","title":"Relative to food service providers at charitable events","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry that volunteer food servers at charitable potluck events be exempt from certain Department of Public Health regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1968","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220120,"bill_number":"H2178","title":"Relative to the employee rights of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to collective bargaining of employment, assignment and promotion for employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2178","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220121,"bill_number":"H2517","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2517","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220122,"bill_number":"H1962","title":"Relative to the health care of minors","description":"Relative to the health care of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1962","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1220123,"bill_number":"H2308","title":"Relative to creditable service for Robert Iantosca, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to provide certain creditable service for retirement purposes to Robert Iantosca, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2308","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220124,"bill_number":"H1900","title":"To protect youth from the harms of tobacco and e-cigarette products","description":"For legislation to regulate access to certain tobacco products by persons under twenty-one years of age. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1900","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1220126,"bill_number":"H2506","title":"Relative to Title 5 income tax credit reform","description":"Relative to Title V income tax credit reform of financial aid for homeowners who have incurred costs for the repair or replacement of failed septic systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2506","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220127,"bill_number":"H2012","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2012","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1220128,"bill_number":"H3481","title":"To ensure the fair, transparent and patient-focused use of health technology assessments by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the use of health technology assessments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3481","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220129,"bill_number":"H2150","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"Relative to the penalties for motor vehicle operators refusing to stop for a police officer. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2150","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220131,"bill_number":"H3024","title":"To provide for variable speed limits on limited-access ways","description":"Relative to variable speed limits on limited-access ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3024","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220132,"bill_number":"H2097","title":"To prevent illegal trafficking and gun violence among youth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate illegal trafficking and gun violence among youth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2097","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220133,"bill_number":"H1855","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1855","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1220134,"bill_number":"H1884","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1884","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220135,"bill_number":"H3462","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3462","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220136,"bill_number":"H2621","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2621","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220137,"bill_number":"H2977","title":"To fund public transit expansion","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts transportation and environment equity fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2977","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220138,"bill_number":"H3013","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3013","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220139,"bill_number":"H2416","title":"Relative to ensuring fairness and equity in the assessment of the value of property","description":"Relative to the assessment of the value of property for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2416","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1220140,"bill_number":"H1908","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1908","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1220141,"bill_number":"H2353","title":"Relative to the legal list of investments","description":"Relative to the public employee retirement investment committee membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2353","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1220142,"bill_number":"H3088","title":"Concerning tunnel safety","description":"Relative to the purchase of tunnel safety insurance by the Executive Office of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3088","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1220143,"bill_number":"H2137","title":"Relative to Massachusetts policy and procedures for missing and abducted children","description":"Relative to policy and procedures for missing and abducted children investigations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2137","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1220144,"bill_number":"H2141","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 House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2141","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220145,"bill_number":"H2639","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"Relative to the amount and valuation for eligibility for a tax exemption on commercial property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2639","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1220146,"bill_number":"H3091","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3091","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1220147,"bill_number":"H2043","title":"Establishing a municipal bulk purchasing program for extractors for fire departments","description":"Relative to establishing a municipal bulk purchasing program for extractors for fire departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2043","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1220148,"bill_number":"H2166","title":"Relative to evaluations on a retired veterans disability","description":"Relative to evaluations of the disabilities of retired veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2166","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1220149,"bill_number":"H2941","title":"To establish a Massachusetts public 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2941","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1220150,"bill_number":"H2754","title":"Relative to medical services","description":"Relative to definitions under the emergency medical services system law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2754","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220151,"bill_number":"H2130","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2130","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220152,"bill_number":"H3448","title":"Adjusting the salaries of the judicial branch","description":"For legislation to increase the salaries of justices in the judicial branch. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3448","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1220153,"bill_number":"H3100","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3100","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220155,"bill_number":"H2643","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2643","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1220156,"bill_number":"H2015","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 incidence and impacts of adverse health impacts from land based wind turbines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2015","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220157,"bill_number":"H2368","title":"Relative to clarifying the application of the heart bill","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola, Timothy R. Whelan and Mathew J. Muratore 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2368","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220158,"bill_number":"H2609","title":"Increasing the property tax deferral for seniors","description":"Relative to increasing the property tax deferral for certain elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2609","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220159,"bill_number":"H3301","title":"To reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3301","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1220160,"bill_number":"H3239","title":"Resolve creating a citizens commission concerning the commonwealth of Massachusetts being in alignment with the UN treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"By Ms. Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others for the establishment of a citizens commission concerning alignment with the United Nations treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5005","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3239","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1220161,"bill_number":"H2570","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2570","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220162,"bill_number":"H3502","title":"To restrict the use of polystyrene","description":"Relative to the use of polystyrene containers and wares by certain food and retail establishments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3502","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220163,"bill_number":"H3132","title":"To preserve historic markers","description":"For legislation to appropriate a certain sum of money to the Highway Department for the repair and preservation of historic markers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3132","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220164,"bill_number":"H2405","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2405","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1220165,"bill_number":"H2957","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2957","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220166,"bill_number":"H3406","title":"Relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings","description":"Relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3406","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220167,"bill_number":"H1875","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish voluntary training programs for medical and nursing schools in best practices for the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1875","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1220168,"bill_number":"H2466","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2466","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1220169,"bill_number":"H2791","title":"Directing the division of capital asset management to convey certain parcels of land in Salem","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in city of Salem. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1881","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2791","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1220170,"bill_number":"H3170","title":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the town of Falmouth as the Deputy John Robert Kotfila Jr. memorial bridge","description":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the town of Falmouth as the Deputy John Robert Kotfila Jr. memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3170","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220171,"bill_number":"H2555","title":"Relative to preserving recreational land","description":"Relative to establishing the use value of forest lands. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2555","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220172,"bill_number":"H3272","title":"Relative to the free flow of information","description":"Relative to providing protection against compelled disclosure of certain information by members of the news media. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3272","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220173,"bill_number":"H2314","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2314","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220174,"bill_number":"H2030","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2030","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1220176,"bill_number":"H3388","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Relative to health care decisions during periods of incapacity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3388","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220177,"bill_number":"H2022","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2022","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220178,"bill_number":"H2441","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2441","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1220179,"bill_number":"H2883","title":"Relative to disaster preparedness","description":"Relative to deficiencies of emergency response plans for electric and gas utility providers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2883","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220180,"bill_number":"H2783","title":"Relating to the public records law","description":"Relative to the public records law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2783","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220181,"bill_number":"H2855","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2855","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220182,"bill_number":"H2641","title":"Relative to the disabled veterans sales tax exemption on a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to the sales tax exemption for disabled veterans on the purchase of motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2641","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220184,"bill_number":"H3115","title":"Relative to safe roads and equitable enforcement","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of mobile telephones or mobile electronic devices while driving and establishing a system of identifying racial and other types of profiling. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3149","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3115","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220185,"bill_number":"H2604","title":"Relative to interest on abatements","description":"Relative to the interest paid to taxpayers on tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2604","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220186,"bill_number":"H2127","title":"Relative to education programming for the incarcerated","description":"Relative to educational programming for the incarcerated. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2127","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1220188,"bill_number":"H2806","title":"To establish rate options to reduce customer costs and lower peak demand","description":"For legislation to establish rate options to reduce utility customer costs and lower peak demand. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2806","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1220189,"bill_number":"H1970","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1970","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1220190,"bill_number":"H3175","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3175","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220191,"bill_number":"H3198","title":"To aid military service members in finding civilian employment","description":"Relative to aiding military service members in finding civilian employment. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3198","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220192,"bill_number":"H2751","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2751","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220193,"bill_number":"H2924","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2924","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220194,"bill_number":"H1991","title":"To assure informed consent for pelvic examinations of anesthetized or unconscious patients","description":"Relative to informed consent for pelvic examinations of anesthetized or unconscious patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4265","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1991","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220195,"bill_number":"H2901","title":"For field safety in gas infrastructure","description":"For legislation to provide for field safety in gas infrastructure by requiring that the Department of Public Utilities promulgate regulations establishing requirements for the maintenance, timely updating, accuracy, and security of gas LDC maps and records. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4555","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2901","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220196,"bill_number":"H2349","title":"Relative to pension divestment from companies selling weapons to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia","description":"Relative to pension divestment from companies selling weapons to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2349","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220197,"bill_number":"H2899","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2899","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1220198,"bill_number":"H1974","title":"Establishing a PSAP nurse triage pilot program","description":"Relative to requiring that the Department of Public Health design and implement a temporary pilot nurse triage program within the Commonwealth’s system of public safety answering points. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1974","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1220199,"bill_number":"H2243","title":"Relative to the cap on work hours for retirees","description":"Relative to increasing the amount of hours that retired public employees may work for certain additional public service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2213","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2243","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220201,"bill_number":"H3296","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3296","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1220202,"bill_number":"H3482","title":"Regulating nicotine products","description":"Relative to the sale and taxation of certain vaping products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3482","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220203,"bill_number":"H3258","title":"To promote safe dog ownership","description":"Relative to penalties for neglectful dog ownership. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3258","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1220204,"bill_number":"H3178","title":"Relative to truck inspections","description":"Relative to truck inspections and establishing a program to train municipal police officers in conducting commercial carrier inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3178","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1220205,"bill_number":"H2258","title":"Relative to defining employees in Group 2","description":"For legislation to include certain employees whose duty and responsibilities bring them in contact with criminal defendants in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2258","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220206,"bill_number":"H2553","title":"Relative to employer student loan contribution","description":"Relative to employer student loan contribution tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2553","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220207,"bill_number":"H2452","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2426","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2452","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1220208,"bill_number":"H2822","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2822","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220209,"bill_number":"H1954","title":"Relative to HIV prevention access for young adults","description":"Relative to HIV prevention access for young adults. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1954","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1220210,"bill_number":"H2239","title":"Relative to call and volunteer firefighters and EMTs","description":"Relative to call and volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2239","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220211,"bill_number":"H2422","title":"Relative to establishing a tax revenue fairness and implementation commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the federal, state and local tax laws applicable to residents of the commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2422","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1220213,"bill_number":"H3452","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3452","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220214,"bill_number":"H2513","title":"Relative to eliminating the corporate minimum excise tax","description":"Relative to eliminating the corporate minimum excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2513","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220215,"bill_number":"H3348","title":"Relative to conducting a study on sexual offender recidivism","description":"Relative to conducting a study on sexual offender recidivism. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3348","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220216,"bill_number":"H2417","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1674","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2417","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220218,"bill_number":"H2147","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2147","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1220219,"bill_number":"H2050","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2050","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220220,"bill_number":"H3138","title":"Allowing a service branch designation on license plates for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to issue service branch designations on license plates for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3138","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220221,"bill_number":"H3394","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3394","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220223,"bill_number":"H3053","title":"Relative to the licensure of inspection stations","description":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3053","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220224,"bill_number":"H3458","title":"Allowing for unknown source of or severe illness and continuing offense to toll the statute of limitations and requiring greater attention to scientific reasoning","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations for certain minors and incapacitated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3458","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1220225,"bill_number":"H2034","title":"To require seat belts on school buses","description":"For legislation to require seat belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2113","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2034","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220226,"bill_number":"H2458","title":"To mitigate snowbird relocation","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition of Dylan A. Fernandes and others that the Department of Revenue be authorized to develop an updated rate table for calculation of the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2458","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220227,"bill_number":"H3177","title":"Relative to the tolls at the Sumner Tunnel","description":"For legislation to limit the tolls charged to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3177","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220228,"bill_number":"H3270","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3270","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220229,"bill_number":"H2531","title":"Relative to the classification and taxation of urban public access land","description":"Relative to the classification and taxation of urban public access land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2531","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1220230,"bill_number":"H3003","title":"Relative to motor vehicle number plates in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Durant of Spencer (by request), a petition of Paul Joseph that the Atlantic Cod be imprinted on non-special number license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3003","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220231,"bill_number":"H2073","title":"To ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers","description":"Relative to benefits for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2073","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220232,"bill_number":"H3455","title":"Protecting the safety of victims of violent crimes","description":"Relative to records and information received by the Division of Victim Compensation and assistance within the Department of the Attorney General. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3455","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220233,"bill_number":"H2016","title":"Requiring first responders to wear protective gear when responding to overdoses","description":"By Ms. Vincent of Revere, a petition of RoseLee Vincent that first responders wear protective gear when responding to overdoses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2016","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220234,"bill_number":"H2731","title":"Relative to elimination of the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions","description":"Relative to elimination of the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2731","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220235,"bill_number":"H3004","title":"Relative to the Lafayette Trail","description":"For legislation to designate certain portions of Route 9, Route 20 and Route 32 as the General Lafayette trail. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3004","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220236,"bill_number":"H3290","title":"To revise Massachusetts corporate charter revocation","description":"Relative to the revocation of corporate charters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3290","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220238,"bill_number":"H2056","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2056","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220239,"bill_number":"H3369","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3369","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220240,"bill_number":"H3439","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3439","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220241,"bill_number":"H2029","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"Relative to further regulating the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4425","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2029","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1220242,"bill_number":"H1867","title":"To support access, value and equity in health care (SAVE Act)","description":"Relative to nurse practitioner services and related care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1867","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220243,"bill_number":"H3063","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3063","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1220245,"bill_number":"H2655","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2655","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220246,"bill_number":"H3032","title":"Requiring driver’s license suspension for persons convicted of possessing a controlled substance in an automobile with a minor present","description":"Relative to requiring driver’s license suspension for persons convicted of possessing a controlled substance in an automobile with a minor present. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3032","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1220247,"bill_number":"H3425","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3425","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1220248,"bill_number":"H3010","title":"To explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation","description":"By Representatives Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield and Stanley of Waltham, a petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier, Thomas M. Stanley 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3010","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220249,"bill_number":"H2615","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2405","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2615","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220250,"bill_number":"H3500","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"Relative to certain flame retardants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4900","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3500","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220251,"bill_number":"H2175","title":"Relative to defining certain disabilities","description":"Relative to the disability retirement law for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2175","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220252,"bill_number":"H2858","title":"Improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"Relative to improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1937","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2858","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220253,"bill_number":"H3317","title":"To study adult drug courts","description":"Relative to the current practices, needs, impact, and accessibility of adult drug courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3317","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1220254,"bill_number":"H3173","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Civil Air Patrol vehicles and trailers","description":"Relative to Massachusetts Civil Air Patrol vehicles and trailers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3173","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220255,"bill_number":"H2678","title":"Creating a special commission to study the participation of minority business enterprises and women business enterprises in public construction projects","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the participation of minority business enterprises and women business enterprises in public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4239","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2678","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220256,"bill_number":"H2259","title":"To clarify group 2","description":"Relative to the classification of 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2259","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220257,"bill_number":"H2895","title":"Relative to solar for state agencies","description":"For legislation to require state agencies that initiate construction of new facilities or renovation of existing facilities to install solar energy systems on or near such facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1995","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2895","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220258,"bill_number":"H1987","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1987","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220259,"bill_number":"H2708","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 and Carmine Lawrence Gentile that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to acquire a certain parcel of land in the city of Marlborough. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2708","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1220260,"bill_number":"H1871","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1871","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220261,"bill_number":"H3376","title":"Relative to diversion to substance use disorder treatment for non-violent drug offenders","description":"Relative to diversion to substance use disorder treatment for non-violent drug offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3376","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1220262,"bill_number":"H1973","title":"Permitting ambulances to transport patients to urgent care centers","description":"Relative to permitting ambulances to transport patients to urgent care centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1973","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1220263,"bill_number":"H2028","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2028","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1220264,"bill_number":"H1888","title":"Relating to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1888","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220265,"bill_number":"H1918","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1918","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220266,"bill_number":"H2666","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2666","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1220267,"bill_number":"H2415","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2415","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220269,"bill_number":"H2128","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola, Timothy R. Whelan and Mathew J. Muratore 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2128","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220270,"bill_number":"H2083","title":"Creating a task force to study the use of the internet by sex offenders","description":"Relative to the use of the Internet by sex offenders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2083","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220271,"bill_number":"H3479","title":"Relative to applied behavior analysts","description":"Relative to the establishment of a board of registration of applied behavior analysts. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4457","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3479","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220272,"bill_number":"H3224","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3224","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220274,"bill_number":"H1930","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1930","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220275,"bill_number":"H2734","title":"Relative to accessible and free posting of state regulations","description":"Relative to accessible and free posting of state regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2734","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220276,"bill_number":"H3338","title":"Relative to fetal homicide","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3338","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220277,"bill_number":"H2495","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2495","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1220278,"bill_number":"H1911","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1911","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220279,"bill_number":"H3247","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3247","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220280,"bill_number":"H3346","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3346","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220281,"bill_number":"H2374","title":"Relative to a cost of living adjustment for retired judges","description":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for retired judges. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2374","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1220282,"bill_number":"H1910","title":"Relative to HTLV III tests","description":"Relative to HTLV III tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1910","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1220283,"bill_number":"H2649","title":"Relative to conservation restrictions","description":"Relative to taxation for certain land subject to conservation restrictions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2649","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220284,"bill_number":"H2608","title":"To establish the family caregiving tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4466","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2608","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220285,"bill_number":"H1907","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4445","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1907","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220286,"bill_number":"H2391","title":"Encouraging employer student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2391","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220287,"bill_number":"H2599","title":"Relative to the corporate excise tax","description":"Relative to the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2599","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220288,"bill_number":"H2522","title":"Relative to the conservation land tax credit","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4465","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2522","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220289,"bill_number":"H2223","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the department of mental health","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of bargaining unit 8 employees within the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2223","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220290,"bill_number":"H3318","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3318","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1220291,"bill_number":"H3104","title":"Relative to Route 128 interchange improvements","description":"For legislation to provide for Route 128 interchange improvements between the cities of Peabody and Gloucester. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5056","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3104","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1220292,"bill_number":"H2281","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2281","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220293,"bill_number":"H2225","title":"Relative to creditable service and notice by certified mail","description":"Relative to buyback for certain retirement system creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2225","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220294,"bill_number":"H2251","title":"Relative to the SMART Plan","description":"Relative to employees whose compensation is sourced from the deferred compensation program SMART Plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5039","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2251","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220295,"bill_number":"H2456","title":"Encouraging home ownership by establishing a first time home buyers savings account","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2456","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220296,"bill_number":"H2735","title":"Relative to fundraisers for injured first responders","description":"Relative to fundraisers for injured first responders. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2735","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220297,"bill_number":"H2631","title":"Relative to expanding agricultural land","description":"Relative to the value of agricultural and horticultural land for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2631","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1220298,"bill_number":"H2681","title":"Ensuring equitable representation in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require that government agencies make certain demographic data available to the public. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2681","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220299,"bill_number":"H3334","title":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence","description":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3334","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220300,"bill_number":"H2948","title":"To protect Native American heritage","description":"Relative to Native American heritage. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2948","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220302,"bill_number":"H2504","title":"Relative to private school land use","description":"Relative to payments in lieu of tax settlements for certain out of state educational entities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2504","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220303,"bill_number":"H2260","title":"Relative to prompt retiree payments","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and Alan Silvia that the Retirement Board submit a report on the use of partial payments to reduce the amount of time between a person’s retirement and date of first payment. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2260","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220304,"bill_number":"H3058","title":"To protect vulnerable road users by requiring certain vehicles to be equipped with side under-ride guards and blind spot mirrors","description":"For legislation to protect vulnerable road users by requiring certain vehicles to be equipped with side under-ride guards and blind spot mirrors. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3058","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220305,"bill_number":"H2635","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2635","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220306,"bill_number":"H2762","title":"Resolve relative to the commemoration of Governor James and General John Sullivan","description":"By Mr. Parisella of Beverly (by request), a petition of Murray Forbes and Joan B. Lovely for the installation of a plaque in the vicinity of the Governor's office in memory of Governor James and General John Sullivan. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2762","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1220307,"bill_number":"H1889","title":"Creating autism teams in hospitals","description":"For legislation to establish an integrated state plan related to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, and to create an advisory committee on intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1889","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220308,"bill_number":"H3434","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3434","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220309,"bill_number":"H2574","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2574","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220310,"bill_number":"H2616","title":"To increase community preservation revenue","description":"Relative to community preservation surcharges. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2616","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220311,"bill_number":"H3146","title":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","description":"Relative to supplemental infrastructure financing for transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3146","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220312,"bill_number":"H2309","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to James Wright","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and James K. Hawkins that the State Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service to James Wright, an employee of the town of Sharon. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2309","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220314,"bill_number":"H3335","title":"Relative to the prevention of level 2 and 3 sex offenders from residing together","description":"Relative to prohibiting certain sex offenders from residing together. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3335","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220315,"bill_number":"H3446","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of an accident","description":"Relative to leaving the scene of an accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3446","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1220316,"bill_number":"H2115","title":"Relative to construction and rehabilitation of public safety facilities","description":"For legislation to establish a public safety assistance board to assist in the construction of police stations, fire stations and other public safety facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2115","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220317,"bill_number":"H2122","title":"Relative to constitutional rights","description":"Relative to the 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2122","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1220318,"bill_number":"H2001","title":"Relative to the Health Planning Council and the state health resource plan","description":"Relative to the Health Planning Council and the state health resource plan. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2001","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220319,"bill_number":"H2492","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2492","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220320,"bill_number":"H2204","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2204","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220321,"bill_number":"H2698","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE program","description":"Relative to administering the deferred compensation program. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H36","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2698","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220322,"bill_number":"H2888","title":"Resolve to investigate the results reporting of the national grid Worcester smart meter pilot program and its implications for the department of public utilities grid modernization, time of use, and smart meter proceedings","description":"By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester (by request), a petition of Pamela Steinberg for an investigation by a special commission to investigate the National Grid Worcester smart meter pilot program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2888","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1220323,"bill_number":"H2512","title":"Relative to DOR interest rate parity","description":"Relative to the calculation of interest rates for refunds by the Department of Revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2512","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220324,"bill_number":"H3257","title":"Relative to personal information","description":"Relative to releasing personal information of police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3257","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220325,"bill_number":"H2950","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2950","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220326,"bill_number":"H2305","title":"Relative to the task force on employee vacation and earned sick leave credit","description":"Relative to establishing a uniform state policy regarding the cash out of vacation and sick leave credits applicable to certain employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2305","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220327,"bill_number":"H2366","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2366","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220328,"bill_number":"H2862","title":"Relative to enhancing reliability of renewable resources in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to enhancing reliability of renewable resources in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4552","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2862","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220329,"bill_number":"H3487","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3487","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220331,"bill_number":"H2112","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to preparedness for natural disasters","description":"Relative to the preparedness of the Commonwealth for natural disasters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2112","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220332,"bill_number":"H2306","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Kevin Wilder","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2306","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220333,"bill_number":"H2561","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2561","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220334,"bill_number":"H3202","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3202","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220335,"bill_number":"H1862","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1862","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1220337,"bill_number":"H2721","title":"Relative to corporate filing requirements","description":"Relative to corporate filing requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2721","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220338,"bill_number":"H2758","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2758","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220339,"bill_number":"H1932","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1932","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220340,"bill_number":"H3416","title":"Relative to counsel for sex offenders","description":"Relative to counsel for sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3416","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220341,"bill_number":"H2712","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2712","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1220342,"bill_number":"H2515","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2515","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220343,"bill_number":"H2932","title":"Relating to hotel zones in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to hotel zones in the South Boston section of the city of Boston. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2932","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1220344,"bill_number":"H2627","title":"Relative to film tax credit transparency","description":"Relative to the film tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2627","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220345,"bill_number":"H2611","title":"Relative to 529 savings plans","description":"Relative to expenses associated with college savings program established by the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2611","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220346,"bill_number":"H1899","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1899","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1220347,"bill_number":"H3031","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"Relative to temporary registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3031","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220348,"bill_number":"H3109","title":"Updating bicycle fines","description":"Relative to bicycle fines. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3109","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1220349,"bill_number":"H2393","title":"Providing for a donation check-off box on state tax returns for the Massachusetts Youth & 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2393","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220350,"bill_number":"H3201","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3201","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220351,"bill_number":"H2771","title":"For the Commonwealth to procure zero-emission vehicles","description":"For legislation to require that motor vehicles owned and operated by the Commonwealth only be replaced with zero-emission vehicles. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2771","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1220352,"bill_number":"H1935","title":"Relative to strengthening the local and regional public health system","description":"Relative to strengthening the local and regional public health systems by establishing a state action for public health excellence program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4503","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1935","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220353,"bill_number":"H2277","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2277","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1220354,"bill_number":"H3235","title":"Increasing access to medical care for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing access to medical care for veterans by providing use of commuter rail, subway, bus, shuttle and boat services at no cost. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3235","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1220355,"bill_number":"H2145","title":"Relative to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards","description":"For legislation to prohibit local option amendments to the state building code. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2145","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220356,"bill_number":"H2995","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2995","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1220357,"bill_number":"H2080","title":"To refund rejected firearms license applicants","description":"Relative to providing for refunds to rejected firearms license applicants. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2080","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220360,"bill_number":"H2972","title":"Relating to development impacts on public transportation systems","description":"For legislation to require safety and transportation impact reviews for certain transportation projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2972","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1220361,"bill_number":"H2930","title":"Sparking the modernization of state heat systems","description":"Relative to conversion of fossil fuel heating customers to heat pumps, solar thermal, or other renewable or low greenhouse gas emissions heating technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2930","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1220362,"bill_number":"H3054","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3054","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220364,"bill_number":"H1943","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the integration of support groups into our healthcare system","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the integration of support groups into our healthcare system. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4447","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1943","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220365,"bill_number":"H3219","title":"Amending the definition of veteran","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3219","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1220366,"bill_number":"H3352","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3352","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220367,"bill_number":"H2184","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2184","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220368,"bill_number":"H3153","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to retirement benefits provided to Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority employees. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3153","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220369,"bill_number":"H3311","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3311","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220370,"bill_number":"H2967","title":"Establishing a motorcycle safety fund","description":"Relative to establishing a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2967","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1220371,"bill_number":"H2962","title":"Providing for a study to be conducted on the cost feasibility of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor","description":"Relative to the cost of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2962","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220372,"bill_number":"H2946","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2946","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220373,"bill_number":"H2532","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2532","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1220374,"bill_number":"H2439","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"Relative to the earned income tax credit for working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2439","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1220375,"bill_number":"H2004","title":"Relative to workforce development and patient safety","description":"Relative to workforce development and patient safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2004","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220376,"bill_number":"H2695","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in the town of Princeton","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a certain easement in the town of Princeton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3990","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2695","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1220377,"bill_number":"H3218","title":"Annuities for widows and surviving relatives of veterans","description":"Relativerelatives of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3218","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220378,"bill_number":"H2392","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. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4469","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2392","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220379,"bill_number":"H3278","title":"To improve probation violation proceedings","description":"Relative to probation violation proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3278","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220380,"bill_number":"H2936","title":"To promote economic development in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish tourism destination marketing districts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2936","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1220381,"bill_number":"H2048","title":"Authorizing the voluntary disavowal of eligibility to purchase a firearm","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition of Marjorie C. Decker 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2048","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220382,"bill_number":"H3225","title":"To allow veterans from Puerto Rico & U.S. Territories to receive equal treatment under Massachusetts law","description":"Relative to providing that benefits to veterans from Puerto Rico and United States territories are equal to the benefits of other veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3225","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1220383,"bill_number":"H2959","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2959","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220384,"bill_number":"H2463","title":"To preserve community preservation revenue","description":"Relative to community preservation revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2463","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220385,"bill_number":"H3163","title":"Renaming the MBTA Dudley station","description":"Relative to renaming the Dudley commuter rail station. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3163","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220386,"bill_number":"H2280","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2280","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220387,"bill_number":"H2025","title":"Establishing an emergency equipment grant program for firefighters","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency equipment grant program for firefighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2025","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220389,"bill_number":"H3165","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3165","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1220390,"bill_number":"H2503","title":"Relative to the tax exemption status of municipal employee pensions","description":"Relative to the tax exemption status of municipal employee pensions for certain retired municipal employees of the state of Rhode Island. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2503","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220391,"bill_number":"H3072","title":"Relative to school bus equipment","description":"For legislation to require front dashboard video cameras on certain school buses accommodating fifteen or more passengers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3072","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220392,"bill_number":"H2853","title":"For community empowerment","description":"For legislation to provide local option for communities to choose energy projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2853","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220393,"bill_number":"H2414","title":"To allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change","description":"For legislation to authorize voluntary contributions on income tax returns for a separate fund to be known as the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2414","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220394,"bill_number":"H2067","title":"To establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Public Health and mandate window guards in residential homes","description":"Relative to window guards in residential homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2067","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220396,"bill_number":"H2990","title":"Relative to proactively protecting automotive drivers","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to voluntarily issue driver's licenses and special identification card designations to persons with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2990","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220397,"bill_number":"H3086","title":"Promoting personal access of driving records","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to make driving records available online for informational purposes. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3086","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220398,"bill_number":"H3215","title":"Establishing veterans’ service officers as mandated reporters","description":"For legislation to include veterans' service officers as mandated reporters of abuse to elderly persons and persons with disabilities. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3215","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1220399,"bill_number":"H3112","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3112","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220400,"bill_number":"H2102","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2113","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2102","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1220401,"bill_number":"H2699","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2699","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220402,"bill_number":"H3172","title":"Relative to federally recognized Native American tribes","description":"Relative to motor vehicle registration plates of federally recognized Native American tribes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3172","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220403,"bill_number":"H3213","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 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3213","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220404,"bill_number":"H2872","title":"To promote the transition to clean transportation fleets","description":"Relative to the transition to a clean, sustainable, and equitable transportation system. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2872","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220406,"bill_number":"H3040","title":"Relative to electric kick scooters","description":"Relative to electric kick scooters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3040","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220407,"bill_number":"H2540","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2540","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220408,"bill_number":"H2710","title":"Relative to the inclusion of certified interior designers on the designer selection board","description":"Relative to the inclusion of certified interior designers on the designer selection board. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2710","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220409,"bill_number":"H3256","title":"Relative to hate crimes against police officers","description":"Relative to including certain crimes against police officers as hate crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3256","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220410,"bill_number":"H2586","title":"To protect senior independence","description":"Relative to property tax relief for persons seventy-five years or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2586","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1220411,"bill_number":"H2065","title":"Providing for a study relative to the necessity of certain snow safety procedures","description":"Relative to rooftop snowfall and fire hydrant accessibility. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2065","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220412,"bill_number":"H2792","title":"Relative to equity in public workforce","description":"Relative to equity of bidders for public agency contracts and subcontracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4239","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2792","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220413,"bill_number":"H1967","title":"Relative to emergency room procedure for prescribing or dispensing pain medication to certain persons on probation","description":"Relative to procedures for prescribing or dispensing pain medications in emergency rooms to certain persons on probation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1967","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220414,"bill_number":"H3242","title":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans","description":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3242","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220415,"bill_number":"H2544","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2544","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220416,"bill_number":"H2437","title":"To properly value real estate transactions","description":"For legislation to further regulate the value of real estate transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2437","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220417,"bill_number":"H2345","title":"Relative to public higher education collective labor contracts","description":"Relative to public higher education collective labor contracts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2345","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220418,"bill_number":"H2676","title":"Further regulating access to public records","description":"Relative to further regulating access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2676","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220420,"bill_number":"H2435","title":"Relative to the assessment of real property for purposes of local taxation","description":"Relative to the assessment of real property for local taxation purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2435","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220421,"bill_number":"H2091","title":"Requiring live fire practice for a firearms license","description":"For legislation to require that firearms safety courses provide live fire practice for firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2091","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220422,"bill_number":"H3480","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3480","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220423,"bill_number":"H2813","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2813","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1220424,"bill_number":"H2301","title":"Relative to sick time reform","description":"Relative to sick time benefits for certain employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2301","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220425,"bill_number":"H1920","title":"To establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology","description":"For legislation to establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1920","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220426,"bill_number":"H1921","title":"Establishing a commission to consider the commonwealth’s involvement in interstate licensure compacts","description":"Relative to the advisability of the Commonwealth joining the Nurse Licensure Compact and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1921","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220427,"bill_number":"H2677","title":"Relative to the Open Meeting Law","description":"Relative to violations of the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2677","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220428,"bill_number":"H3501","title":"Relative to protecting public health and reducing health care costs","description":"Relative to the health impacts and costs of emissions associated with grid electricity and delivered fuels, and the benefits of energy conservation, energy efficiency and renewable energy. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3501","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220429,"bill_number":"H1926","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"Relative to end of life options. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4782","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1926","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220430,"bill_number":"H1860","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1860","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1220431,"bill_number":"H2136","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2136","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1220432,"bill_number":"H2236","title":"Relative to special investigators of the alcohol beverage control commission","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of special investigators of the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2236","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220433,"bill_number":"H1897","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1897","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220434,"bill_number":"H1919","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"Relative to reusable medical instrument or device central service technicians in health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4267","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1919","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220436,"bill_number":"H2732","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2732","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220437,"bill_number":"H2054","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2054","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1220438,"bill_number":"H3209","title":"Resolve relative to recognition for the naval armed guard service","description":"Relative to recognition for the Naval Armed Guard Service. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3209","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220439,"bill_number":"H1856","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4266","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1856","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220440,"bill_number":"H2085","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2085","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220441,"bill_number":"H2832","title":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE)","description":"Relative to energy savings efficiency, so called Energy SAVE. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4551","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2832","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220442,"bill_number":"H1893","title":"Relative to further regulating the commission on falls prevention","description":"Relative to membership of the Commission on Falls Prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1893","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1220443,"bill_number":"H3098","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for veterans","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3098","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1220444,"bill_number":"H2780","title":"Making amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate business corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2780","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220445,"bill_number":"H3144","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3144","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220446,"bill_number":"H3350","title":"Relative to indigent defense counsel","description":"Relative to indigent defense counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3350","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220447,"bill_number":"H2360","title":"Relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians","description":"Relative to benefits to surviving spouses of emergency medical technicians killed in performance of duties. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2360","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220449,"bill_number":"H2378","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2378","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220450,"bill_number":"H2180","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2180","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1220452,"bill_number":"H2090","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fees","description":"For legislation to authorize non-profit or charitable organizations to apply for waivers to the elevator inspection fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2090","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220453,"bill_number":"H2610","title":"To create more equitable and progressive sources of revenue","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain income and corporate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2610","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220454,"bill_number":"H2803","title":"Relative to Department of Public Utilities Commissioners","description":"Relative to Department of Public Utilities commissioners. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2803","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1220455,"bill_number":"H2499","title":"Providing tax relief for rent-burdened individuals and families","description":"Relative to the tax deduction for rental payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2499","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1220456,"bill_number":"H2746","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth analytic center for excellence","description":"For legislation to establish an analytic center for excellence within the office of information technology for the generation of greater efficiencies in, and improved service delivery by, state agencies, departments and institutions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2746","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220457,"bill_number":"H3473","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3473","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1220458,"bill_number":"H3472","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3472","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220459,"bill_number":"H3265","title":"Relative to forfeiture","description":"Relative to forfeiture of certain marijuana accessories. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3265","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220460,"bill_number":"H3229","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3229","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220461,"bill_number":"H2606","title":"Allowing for the deduction of business interest","description":"Relative to allowing for certain tax deductions of business interest. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2606","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220462,"bill_number":"H3057","title":"Relative to alternative fuel vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to alternative fuel vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3057","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220463,"bill_number":"H2155","title":"Relative to the availability of personal floatation devices at certain municipal and recreational programs and camps","description":"Relative to the availability of personal floatation devices at swimming pools of certain municipal and recreational programs and camps. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2155","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1220464,"bill_number":"H2581","title":"Relative to community tax relief","description":"Relative to certain public charities and institutions of higher education. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2581","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1220465,"bill_number":"H2316","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2316","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220466,"bill_number":"H3183","title":"Providing for a special 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 House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3183","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1220467,"bill_number":"H2079","title":"Pertaining to public fire safety and professionalism","description":"For legislation to require a minimum of ten years of experience for firefighters to become chiefs of fire departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2079","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220468,"bill_number":"H3012","title":"Relative to work and family mobility","description":"Relative to the issuance of driver's licenses to certain persons unable to provide proof of lawful presence. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2641","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3012","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220469,"bill_number":"H1959","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters, and public schools","description":"Relative to access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters, and public schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1959","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220470,"bill_number":"H3028","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3028","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220471,"bill_number":"H3062","title":"Relative to driver education","description":"For legislation to include the impairment effects of marijuana in driver education training programs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3062","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220472,"bill_number":"H3322","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3322","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1220473,"bill_number":"H2789","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2789","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1220474,"bill_number":"H1929","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1929","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220475,"bill_number":"H3418","title":"Relative to accessing Level 1 sex offender information","description":"Relative to accessing Level 1 sex offender information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3418","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220476,"bill_number":"H2152","title":"Relative to emergency response in an active shooter or hostile event situation","description":"Relative to emergency response in an active shooter or hostile event situation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2152","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220478,"bill_number":"H2233","title":"Relative to public higher education campus police officers injured in the line of duty","description":"Relative to public higher education campus police officers injured in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2233","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220479,"bill_number":"H2848","title":"Ensuring gas safety and consumer fairness","description":"Relative to natural gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2848","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1220480,"bill_number":"H2485","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, Jonathan Hecht and Michael O. Moore that tobacco tax revenues be used to reduce tobacco use. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2485","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1220481,"bill_number":"H3324","title":"To adopt the uniform family law arbitration act","description":"Relative to uniform family law arbitration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3324","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1220482,"bill_number":"H3123","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3123","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220483,"bill_number":"H3433","title":"Relative to unborn children","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3433","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220484,"bill_number":"H2096","title":"Relative to 3D printed weapons and “ghost guns”","description":"Relative to 3D printed weapons and ghost guns, so-called. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2096","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220489,"bill_number":"H3181","title":"Relative to the Old King's Highway Regional District","description":"Relative to the Old King's Highway Regional District. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3181","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220490,"bill_number":"H2355","title":"Authorizing the certification and appointment of Adam J. Silva as a firefighter in the town of Wilmington","description":"That the town of Wilmington be authorized to appoint of Adam J. Silva as a firefighter in the town of Wilmington, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2355","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1220491,"bill_number":"H3095","title":"Relative to motor vehicle emission and safety inspection","description":"Relative to motor vehicle emissions and safety inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3095","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1220492,"bill_number":"H2757","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2757","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220493,"bill_number":"H2593","title":"To reimburse municipalities for state excise taxes on gasoline","description":"For legislation to reimburse municipalities for state excise taxes on gasoline. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2593","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1220494,"bill_number":"H3286","title":"Relative to protective orders","description":"Relative to protective orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3286","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220495,"bill_number":"H2113","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2113","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220496,"bill_number":"H3459","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3459","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1220497,"bill_number":"H1923","title":"Modernizing optometric patient care","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3933","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1923","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220498,"bill_number":"H2400","title":"Exempting certain fraternal organizations from the tax of sales of alcoholic beverages","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that certain fraternal organizations be exempt from the tax on the sale of alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2400","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220500,"bill_number":"H2776","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1877","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2776","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1220501,"bill_number":"H2737","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing a municipal building financing authority","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to establishing a municipal building finance authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2737","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1220502,"bill_number":"H2376","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brian S. Bibeau, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brian S. Bibeau, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2376","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1220503,"bill_number":"H2434","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"Relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2434","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220504,"bill_number":"H3450","title":"Relative to crime victim funeral and burial assistance","description":"Relative to funeral and burial assistance for certain victims of violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3450","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220505,"bill_number":"H3089","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3089","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1220506,"bill_number":"H2011","title":"Providing for environmental risk fact sheets from the state Department of Public Health","description":"By Mr. Vega of Holyoke (by request), a petition of Kristin Beatty that the Department of Public Health create cautionary warning fact sheets on certain technological risks. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2011","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1220507,"bill_number":"H3368","title":"For uniform fiduciary access to digital assets","description":"Relative to uniform fiduciary access to digital assets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3368","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220508,"bill_number":"H3438","title":"Relative to jury disqualifications","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier that jury duty be made optional for legally blind persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3438","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220510,"bill_number":"H1951","title":"Relative to the sale of tobacco to minors","description":"Relative to the sale of tobacco to minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1951","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1220511,"bill_number":"H2298","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2298","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220512,"bill_number":"H2508","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2508","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220513,"bill_number":"H2743","title":"Further defining executive sessions held by public bodies","description":"For legislation to authorize public bodies to meet in executive sessions to consider certain requests for proposals, purchase orders, bids and other solicitations of third party services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2743","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220514,"bill_number":"H1995","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1995","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220515,"bill_number":"H2914","title":"To promote local energy resiliency","description":"Relative to the use of local or district energy services, the energy microgrid, or public rights of way for the purposes of energy generation or resiliency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2914","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1220516,"bill_number":"H2179","title":"Relative to GIC composition and transparency","description":"Relative to the Group Insurance Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2179","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220517,"bill_number":"H2299","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of John P. Cummings","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition of Randy Hunt that the State Board of Retirement be directed to grant an increased accidental disability retirement allowance to Lieutenant John P. Cummings of the town of Bourne. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2299","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220518,"bill_number":"H2256","title":"Relative to certain state police retirement benefits","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain state police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2256","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220519,"bill_number":"H2274","title":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2274","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220520,"bill_number":"H2205","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2205","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220521,"bill_number":"H3264","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3264","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220522,"bill_number":"H3137","title":"To enhance the license plate system of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to develop, design and implement a redesigned registration plate system for motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3137","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220523,"bill_number":"H1869","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"Relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1869","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220524,"bill_number":"H2716","title":"Designating the blanding turtle as the official turtle of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the blanding turtle as the official turtle or turtle emblem of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2716","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1220525,"bill_number":"H2186","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2186","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220526,"bill_number":"H3463","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3463","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220528,"bill_number":"H2424","title":"To strengthen the foundation of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to certain taxable income rates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2424","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1220529,"bill_number":"H2667","title":"Requiring municipalities to place insurance out to bid","description":"For legislation to include insurance under Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2667","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1220530,"bill_number":"H3383","title":"Relative to neutral investigations at public higher education institutions","description":"Relative to sexual harassment at public higher education institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3383","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220531,"bill_number":"H2249","title":"Relative to group classification","description":"Relative to group classification of certain persons in the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H46","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2249","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220532,"bill_number":"H2287","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2287","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220533,"bill_number":"H3083","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5028","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3083","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220534,"bill_number":"H3068","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3068","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220535,"bill_number":"H2944","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2944","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220536,"bill_number":"H3488","title":"Relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV","description":"Relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3488","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220537,"bill_number":"H2470","title":"Providing for a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Relative to establishing local option means-tested senior property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2470","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220539,"bill_number":"H2165","title":"To expand teacher creditable service","description":"Relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for certain teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2165","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1220540,"bill_number":"H3071","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3071","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220541,"bill_number":"H2053","title":"Further defining a hate crime","description":"For legislation to further define hate crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2053","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220542,"bill_number":"H3099","title":"Providing for public-private transportation facilities","description":"Relative to the construction of public-private transportation facilities in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3099","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220543,"bill_number":"H2922","title":"To promote fairness and transparency in clean energy procurements","description":"Relative to large-scale clean energy procurements. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2922","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220544,"bill_number":"H2078","title":"Relative to hoisting license renewal","description":"Relative to engineer license renewal. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2078","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220546,"bill_number":"H3347","title":"Relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment","description":"Relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3347","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220547,"bill_number":"H3042","title":"Relative to license plates for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to license plates for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3042","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220548,"bill_number":"H2775","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 deliberations of public bodies and to permit improved efficiency of public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2775","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220549,"bill_number":"H2075","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1436","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2075","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220550,"bill_number":"H2220","title":"Relative to public investment in fossil fuels","description":"Relative to public investment in fossil fuels. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2220","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220551,"bill_number":"H2700","title":"Relative to MWRA employees","description":"Relative to privatization contracts of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2700","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220552,"bill_number":"H3015","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3015","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220553,"bill_number":"H3001","title":"Directing the highway division of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take by eminent domain the City Mills dam and certain surrounding land in the town of Norfolk","description":"Relative to directing the highway division of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take by eminent domain the City Mills dam and certain surrounding land in the town of Norfolk. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3001","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220554,"bill_number":"H2197","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"Relative to ordinary disability public employee retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2197","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220555,"bill_number":"H2302","title":"Relative to a universal sick leave bank policy","description":"For legislation to require any unused vacation time that is not eligible to be carried over to the following year be converted to a sick leave bank administered by individual state agencies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2302","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220556,"bill_number":"H2310","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2310","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1220557,"bill_number":"H2896","title":"Relative to solar power and the green economy","description":"For legislation to establish a solar program to encourage the development of solar photovoltaic technology. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2896","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220558,"bill_number":"H2288","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4098","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2288","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220559,"bill_number":"H2295","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2295","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220560,"bill_number":"H2436","title":"Protecting youth from nicotine addiction","description":"For legislation to impose an eighty percent excise on cigars and smoking tobacco. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2436","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220561,"bill_number":"H1992","title":"Relative to dental licensing exams","description":"Relative to dental licensing exams. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4269","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1992","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1220562,"bill_number":"H2261","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by contagious diseases; presumption","description":"Relative to creating a rebuttable presumption of job relatedness for certain public safety personnel suffering from disabling conditions caused by exposure to infectious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2261","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1220563,"bill_number":"H2673","title":"Relating to public land use restrictions in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to restrictions on real estate interests held by the Massachusetts Port Authority that prohibit the use of real estate property for residential purposes in the South Boston section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2385","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2673","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1220564,"bill_number":"H3127","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3127","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220565,"bill_number":"H2897","title":"To promote residential solar","description":"Relative to the articles of incorporation of gas and electric companies and the promotion of residential solar energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2897","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220566,"bill_number":"H2068","title":"Relative to establishing an independent review board for police conduct","description":"Relative to establishing an independent review board for police conduct. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2068","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220568,"bill_number":"H2514","title":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax","description":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2514","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220569,"bill_number":"H2455","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"Relative to the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2455","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1220570,"bill_number":"H2536","title":"Establishing the family caregiver tax credit","description":"Relative to establishing a family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4466","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2536","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220571,"bill_number":"H3130","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to identifying, preserving and commemorating historic roadways in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3130","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220572,"bill_number":"H3417","title":"Relative to verification of sex offender registration","description":"Relative to verification of sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3417","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220573,"bill_number":"H2646","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2646","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220574,"bill_number":"H3184","title":"Relative to student visas and drivers licenses","description":"By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition of Donald H. Wong and Shaunna L. O'Connell 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3184","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220575,"bill_number":"H2812","title":"Clarifying authority and responsibilities of the department of public utilities","description":"Relative to clarifying authority and responsibilities of the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2812","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220576,"bill_number":"H2428","title":"Establishing a tax credit for employment of national guard members","description":"Relative to establishing a tax credit for employment of national guard members. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2428","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220577,"bill_number":"H3281","title":"Concerning the arrest without a warrant of persons on probation and temporary custody","description":"Relative to arrests without a warrant of persons on probation and temporary custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3281","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220578,"bill_number":"H3282","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3282","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1220579,"bill_number":"H1958","title":"To reduce atmospheric pollution","description":"By Mr. Livingstone of Boston, a petition of Jay D. Livingstone and others that Department of Public Health rules and regulations include imposition of local surcharges on commercial parking spaces. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1958","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220580,"bill_number":"H2659","title":"Relative to payments of property taxes and payments made in lieu of property taxes for certain gaming licensees","description":"Relative to payments of property taxes and payments made in lieu of property taxes for certain gaming licensees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2659","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1220581,"bill_number":"H2766","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1869","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2766","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220582,"bill_number":"H2740","title":"Promoting governmental efficiency","description":"Relative to open meeting law violation complaints. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2725","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2740","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220583,"bill_number":"H2701","title":"Establishing a commission on automated decision-making, artificial intelligence, transparency, fairness, and individual rights","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) relative to state agency automated decision-making, artificial intelligence, transparency, fairness, and individual rights. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2701","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220584,"bill_number":"H2294","title":"Protecting retirees from a reduced, modified or changed retirement allowance due to the inclusion of vacation buyback as regular compensation","description":"Relative to protecting retirees from a reduced, modified or changed retirement allowance due to the inclusion of vacation buyback as regular compensation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2294","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220585,"bill_number":"H1972","title":"To permit the wholesale importation of prescription drugs into the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the wholesale importation of prescription drugs into the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1972","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1220586,"bill_number":"H2817","title":"Relative to renewable power","description":"Relative to renewable power. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2817","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220587,"bill_number":"H2354","title":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","description":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2354","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1220588,"bill_number":"H2953","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, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in the city of Springfield. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2953","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1220589,"bill_number":"H2940","title":"Relative to the creation of a women's rights history trail","description":"Relative to the creation of a women's rights history trail. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2940","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220591,"bill_number":"H2443","title":"Relative to excise tax repayments","description":"Relative to excise tax repayments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2443","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1220592,"bill_number":"H3189","title":"Relative to a alcohol restrictions","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of a symbol indicating an age restriction for the consumption of alcohol on certain motor vehicle licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3189","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220593,"bill_number":"H2151","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2151","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220594,"bill_number":"H3490","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3490","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220595,"bill_number":"H3330","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3330","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1220596,"bill_number":"H3359","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3359","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220598,"bill_number":"H2926","title":"To promote the use of bio-diesel","description":"For legislation to promote the use of bio-diesel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2926","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220599,"bill_number":"H1934","title":"To create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council","description":"For legislation to create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4268","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1934","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1220600,"bill_number":"H2913","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. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2913","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220601,"bill_number":"H2041","title":"Concerning the Massachusetts probation service","description":"For legislation to change the name of the Department of Probation to the Massachusetts probation service. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2041","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220602,"bill_number":"H2653","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2653","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1220603,"bill_number":"H2834","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2834","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220604,"bill_number":"H2348","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2348","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220605,"bill_number":"H2860","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2860","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220606,"bill_number":"H1965","title":"Relative to urgent care centers","description":"Relative to urgent care centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1965","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1220607,"bill_number":"H1978","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1978","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220608,"bill_number":"H2066","title":"Relative to electronic defensive devices","description":"Relative to the defensive use of certain electronic devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2066","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220609,"bill_number":"H3120","title":"Relative to crosswalk markings","description":"Relative to crosswalks erected and maintained on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3120","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220610,"bill_number":"H3402","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3402","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220611,"bill_number":"H3185","title":"Relative to toll discounts","description":"Relative to a reduction in tolls for certain drivers of electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3185","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220612,"bill_number":"H2905","title":"Ensuring rate payer and community representation in utility company regulatory proceedings","description":"Relative to participation in utility company regulatory proceedings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2905","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220613,"bill_number":"H1892","title":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to access to original birth certificates to persons born in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1892","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220614,"bill_number":"H3312","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3312","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220615,"bill_number":"H2835","title":"Requiring disclosure to consumers regarding home heating oil insurance","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis that retailers of home heating oil provide notices to customers of the availability of liability insurance coverage for certain claims arising out of releases of oil into the environment. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2835","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220616,"bill_number":"H2994","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2998","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2994","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1220617,"bill_number":"H2752","title":"To limit the state’s authority to prevent the renewal of licenses after default on student loans","description":"Relative to the renewal of certain licenses after default on student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3620","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2752","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220618,"bill_number":"H2648","title":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue","description":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2648","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220619,"bill_number":"H3059","title":"Relative to school bus video monitoring systems","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to install and operate live digital video school bus violation detection monitoring systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2998","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3059","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220620,"bill_number":"H2622","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2622","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220621,"bill_number":"H3467","title":"Relative to swatting","description":"For legislation to establish a criminal penalty for certain actions resulting in the dispatch of emergency services to nonexistent emergencies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3467","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220622,"bill_number":"H2423","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2423","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1220623,"bill_number":"H2966","title":"Regulating parasailing","description":"For legislation to regulate parasailing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2966","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1220624,"bill_number":"H3082","title":"Relative to expired licenses","description":"Relative to the operation of motor vehicles by persons with expired drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3082","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220626,"bill_number":"H2063","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2063","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220627,"bill_number":"H2521","title":"Relative to the taxpayers’ bill of rights","description":"Relative to limitations on expenditures and revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2521","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220628,"bill_number":"H2449","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2449","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1220629,"bill_number":"H1842","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4639","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1842","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220630,"bill_number":"H3034","title":"Relative to the Type II noise abatement priority list","description":"By Messrs. Gordon of Bedford and Haggerty of Woburn, a petition of Kenneth I. Gordon and Richard M. Haggerty that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation conduct a noise attenuation study of traffic-related noise impacts on cities and towns located along interstate highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3034","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220631,"bill_number":"H2226","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2226","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220632,"bill_number":"H2854","title":"Relative to consumer protection and private utility lines and poles","description":"Relative to the delivery of electricity by generation companies or suppliers through service lines or distribution systems to residential ratepayers who use private lines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2854","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220633,"bill_number":"H2674","title":"Relative to local impacts of enacted legislation","description":"Relative to local impacts of enacted legislation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2674","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220634,"bill_number":"H3087","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3087","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220638,"bill_number":"H2042","title":"Relative to public safety in hoisting regulations","description":"Relative to hoisting regulation exemptions during the course of a public utility company or other company employee strike or lockout. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2042","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1220639,"bill_number":"H2231","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2231","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1220640,"bill_number":"H2318","title":"Regarding post-disability retirement earnings","description":"For legislation to increase the allowable earnings for individuals pensioned or retired for disability. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2318","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220641,"bill_number":"H2726","title":"To study the elimination of the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions","description":"Relative to the effectiveness of policies restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2726","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220642,"bill_number":"H2218","title":"Authorizing public employees' creditable retirement service","description":"Relative to creditable service for contract work by certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2218","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220643,"bill_number":"H2237","title":"Relative to employees of the Department of Fire Services","description":"For legislation to place certain employees of the Department of Fire Services in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2237","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220644,"bill_number":"H2564","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2564","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220645,"bill_number":"H2601","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2601","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220646,"bill_number":"H2384","title":"Relative to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to crime scenes","description":"For legislation to include forensic scientists employed at the Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2384","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220647,"bill_number":"H3107","title":"Establishing a federal transit funding maximization fund","description":"By Representatives Peake of Provincetown and Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of Sarah K. Peake, William M. Straus and others establishing a federal transit funding maximization fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3107","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1220648,"bill_number":"H2161","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2161","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220649,"bill_number":"H2482","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2482","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220650,"bill_number":"H1877","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others that the Department of Public Health be directed to implement a food labeling program for commercially caught, landed and sold saltwater fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1877","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1220651,"bill_number":"H3333","title":"Removing barriers to justice in the workplace","description":"Relative to workplace discrimination complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3333","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220652,"bill_number":"H3408","title":"To prohibiting age discrimination within the public schools of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to prohibiting age discrimination in public schools. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3408","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220653,"bill_number":"H3412","title":"Relative to civil rights protection of police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians","description":"Relative to the confidentiality of personnel records of certain police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3412","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220654,"bill_number":"H2626","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2626","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220656,"bill_number":"H3468","title":"To enact Patricia and Francesca's Law relative to the family medical history of adopted children","description":"Relative to written consent by biological parents for certain adoptions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4499","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3468","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1220657,"bill_number":"H3332","title":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4606","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3332","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220658,"bill_number":"H2918","title":"Relative to solar energy","description":"Relative to solar energy generation facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2918","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1220659,"bill_number":"H3151","title":"Relative to duplicate license plates","description":"Relative to duplicate motor vehicle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3151","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220660,"bill_number":"H2602","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2602","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220661,"bill_number":"H2781","title":"Relative to municipal lobbying","description":"Relative to municipal lobbying. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2781","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220662,"bill_number":"H3008","title":"To advance modern and sustainable solutions for transportation","description":"For legislation to authorize the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs to establish the modern and sustainable solutions for transportation trust fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3008","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1220663,"bill_number":"H2529","title":"To promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to impose an excise tax on distributors sugary drinks and promoting healthy alternatives to such drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2529","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220664,"bill_number":"H2084","title":"Relative to escalator safety","description":"Relative to escalator safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2084","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1220665,"bill_number":"H2909","title":"Relative to air monitoring stations","description":"For legislation to require air monitoring stations within a one-mile radius of working natural gas compressor stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4008","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2909","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220666,"bill_number":"H2119","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2119","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220667,"bill_number":"H2481","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2481","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1220668,"bill_number":"H1885","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4444","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1885","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220669,"bill_number":"H2266","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2213","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2266","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1220670,"bill_number":"H2961","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 that cities and towns be authorized to issue temporary placards for handicapped parking spaces. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2961","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220671,"bill_number":"H1981","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1981","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220672,"bill_number":"H2027","title":"Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to require automatic sprinkler protection systems in certain housing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2027","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1220673,"bill_number":"H1843","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1843","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220674,"bill_number":"H3319","title":"Resolutions requesting the Governor (with consent of the council) to remove Susan L. Jacobs from the office of Associate Justice of the Bristol Probate and Family Court of Bristol County","description":"By Mrs. Haddad of Somerset (by request), a petition of Scott L. Ellis for adoption of resolutions by the General Court requesting the Governor (with consent of the council) to remove Susan L. Jacobs from the office of Associate Justice of the Bristol Probate and Family Court of Bristol County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3319","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220675,"bill_number":"H1876","title":"Creating a commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools","description":"By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others for an investigation by a special commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4639","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1876","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220676,"bill_number":"H1925","title":"Studying the impacts of the diagnosis restrictions on optometrists","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that the Department of Public Health and the Department of Professional Licensure produce a report on costs of the current restriction preventing optometrists from treating glaucoma. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3933","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1925","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220677,"bill_number":"H1863","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1863","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220678,"bill_number":"H3414","title":"To promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking","description":"For legislation to promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2493","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3414","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1220679,"bill_number":"H1969","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1969","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220680,"bill_number":"H2588","title":"Making senior citizen property tax relief more equitable","description":"Relative to property tax relief for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2588","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1220681,"bill_number":"H1988","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1988","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220682,"bill_number":"H3407","title":"Enhancing courthouse security","description":"Relative to courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3407","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220683,"bill_number":"H2516","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2516","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220684,"bill_number":"H1986","title":"Promoting sterilization during surgery","description":"Relative to the sterilization of surgery rooms and intensive care units. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1986","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220685,"bill_number":"H3041","title":"Relative to updating Massachusetts driver education","description":"Relative to motorcycle rider education curriculum. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3041","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220686,"bill_number":"H1909","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1909","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220687,"bill_number":"H1870","title":"Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings","description":"For legislation to authorize trauma kits, so-called and trained designees in certain public buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1870","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220688,"bill_number":"H2093","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2093","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220689,"bill_number":"H2614","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2614","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220690,"bill_number":"H2026","title":"Relative to the Department of Fire Services Commission","description":"Relative to the membership of the Department of Fire Services Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2026","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220691,"bill_number":"H2554","title":"Relative to interest on abated bills","description":"Relative to interest on abated tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2554","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220693,"bill_number":"H2116","title":"Enhancing child safety","description":"For legislation to require landlords to install window guards in certain windows. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2116","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220694,"bill_number":"H2998","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2998","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220695,"bill_number":"H2118","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2118","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220696,"bill_number":"H2324","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2324","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220698,"bill_number":"H2234","title":"Providing for equitable retirement benefits for public higher education police officers","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for public higher education police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2234","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220699,"bill_number":"H3230","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3230","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220700,"bill_number":"H2193","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2193","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220701,"bill_number":"H3391","title":"Relative to earned work credits","description":"For legislation to provide for certain deductions of sentences for satisfactory conduct of parolees while on parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3391","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220702,"bill_number":"H1841","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1841","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220703,"bill_number":"H2620","title":"Establishing early educator income tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish an early educator income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2620","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220704,"bill_number":"H2253","title":"Requiring public employees in major policymaking positions to reside in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative requiring that public employees in major policy making positions reside in the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2253","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1220705,"bill_number":"H2662","title":"Regarding transparent budgeting","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark that all meetings or caucuses convened by the General Court for the purposes of considering budget appropriations be open to the public. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2662","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220707,"bill_number":"H2132","title":"Relative to missing persons","description":"Relative to reports and investigations concerning missing persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2132","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220708,"bill_number":"H3019","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle safety and fluorescent clothing. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the Joint Committee on Public Health","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3019","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220709,"bill_number":"H2164","title":"Relative to option (D) beneficiaries","description":"Relative to option (D) survivor allowance beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2164","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220710,"bill_number":"H1850","title":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","description":"Relative to patient access to emergency care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4781","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1850","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1220711,"bill_number":"H2670","title":"Relative to requiring premium impact statements","description":"For legislation to require disclosure of changes to health care and insurance regulations by certain state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2670","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1220712,"bill_number":"H2268","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2268","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1220713,"bill_number":"H2900","title":"Relative to monthly minimum reliability contributions","description":"Relative to municipal ratepayers, low-income ratepayers, community solar ratepayers, and owners of small-scale solar projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2900","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1220714,"bill_number":"H2167","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2167","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1220715,"bill_number":"H2986","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2986","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220716,"bill_number":"H2241","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2241","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1220717,"bill_number":"H3461","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3461","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220718,"bill_number":"H2359","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2359","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220719,"bill_number":"H2805","title":"To advance beneficial electrification of space heating","description":"For legislation to establish a beneficial electrification commission to study the economic, energy, and environmental benefits of market transformation to accelerate beneficial electrification of space heating. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2805","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1220720,"bill_number":"H2276","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2276","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1220721,"bill_number":"H3329","title":"Relative to hidden compartments","description":"Relative to penalties for trafficking controlled substances in hidden compartments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3329","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1220722,"bill_number":"H2361","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2361","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220723,"bill_number":"H2774","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2774","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220724,"bill_number":"H2062","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2062","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1220725,"bill_number":"H2111","title":"Relative to multi-year licensing","description":"Relative to private detective licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2111","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220726,"bill_number":"H2105","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2105","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220727,"bill_number":"H1903","title":"Relative to smoking cessation agents","description":"For legislation to authorize certain licensed pharmacists to dispense smoking cessation agents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1903","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1220728,"bill_number":"H2098","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2098","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220729,"bill_number":"H2636","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2636","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220730,"bill_number":"H2064","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2064","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220731,"bill_number":"H3025","title":"Relative to the extension of the red line","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the financial feasibility and department capability of extending the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Red Line to the town of Arlington. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3025","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220732,"bill_number":"H3395","title":"Requiring only a justice to remove a trial default of a defendant who fails to appear at trial","description":"Relative to the removal of a trial default of defendants who fail to appear at trial. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3395","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1220733,"bill_number":"H2216","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2216","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220734,"bill_number":"H2326","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2326","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220735,"bill_number":"H2395","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2395","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220736,"bill_number":"H2827","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"Relative to the availability of private utility construction contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2827","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220737,"bill_number":"H2401","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2401","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220738,"bill_number":"H3009","title":"Relative to beneficiary designation on motor vehicle registration","description":"Relative to beneficiary designation on motor vehicle registrations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3009","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1220739,"bill_number":"H2389","title":"Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2389","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220740,"bill_number":"H3494","title":"For environmental, and water testing requirements, and funding thereof","description":"Relative to environmental and water testing requirements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3494","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220741,"bill_number":"H1839","title":"Relative to students of chiropractic","description":"For legislation to authorize chiropractic students to practice under the direct supervision of a licensed chiropractor. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1839","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220742,"bill_number":"H3166","title":"To authorize Massachusetts Fallen Firefighter Memorial motorcycle license plates","description":"For legislation to authorize Massachusetts fallen firefighter memorial motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3166","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1220743,"bill_number":"H2398","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2398","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220744,"bill_number":"H2273","title":"Further regulating the withdrawal of local subscribers from commission","description":"For legislation to further regulate the withdrawal of local subscribers from commissions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2273","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220745,"bill_number":"H2370","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2370","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220746,"bill_number":"H3125","title":"To further regulate motorcycle exhaust sound levels","description":"For legislation to further regulate motorcycle sound levels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3125","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220747,"bill_number":"H2133","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2133","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220748,"bill_number":"H2157","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relative to the compensation paid to injured correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2157","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220749,"bill_number":"H2478","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2478","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220750,"bill_number":"H2198","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2198","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220752,"bill_number":"H2329","title":"Relative to retirement eligibility","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain elected officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2329","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1220753,"bill_number":"H2591","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2591","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1220754,"bill_number":"H2714","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B procurement","description":"Relative to Chapter 30B procurement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H11","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2714","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1220755,"bill_number":"H2479","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2479","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220756,"bill_number":"H2828","title":"To modernize our natural gas infrastructure","description":"Relative to natural gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2828","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220757,"bill_number":"H1985","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1985","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220758,"bill_number":"H2543","title":"Relative to assessing administration","description":"Relative to the assessment of local taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2543","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220759,"bill_number":"H2275","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to residency requirements for certain public safety officials in cities and towns. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2275","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1220760,"bill_number":"H1990","title":"Reducing human exposure to particulate matter pollution","description":"Relative to reducing human exposure to particulate matter pollution. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1990","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220761,"bill_number":"H2457","title":"Empowering cities and towns to impose a fee on home sales over one million dollars to support affordable housing","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a fee up to 2 per cent of the purchase price upon the transfer of certain real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2457","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220762,"bill_number":"H1847","title":"Incorporating the public health Fukushima lessons for nuclear emergency preparation","description":"By Ms. Balser of Newton, a petition of Ruth B. Balser and others that the Department of Public Health promulgate rules and regulations to implement the public health Fukushima lessons for nuclear emergency preparation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1847","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1220763,"bill_number":"H2394","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2394","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220764,"bill_number":"H2974","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 286 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2974","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1220765,"bill_number":"H2453","title":"To amend the Brownfields tax credit","description":"Relative to the Brownfields tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2453","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1220766,"bill_number":"H2017","title":"Governing not for profit hospital system or service operating an ambulance service","description":"For legislation to further regulate emergency or non-emergent medical transport services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2017","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1220767,"bill_number":"H2541","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2541","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220768,"bill_number":"H2254","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2254","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1220769,"bill_number":"H2568","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"Relative to establishing a college tuition income tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2568","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220770,"bill_number":"H2014","title":"Relative to implementing needle exchange programs","description":"Relative to needle exchange programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2014","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220771,"bill_number":"H2595","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2595","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220772,"bill_number":"H2267","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2267","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1220773,"bill_number":"H2142","title":"Massachusetts corrections oversight commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts correction oversight commission (including members of the General Court) to advise on policies, procedures, and administration of the correction system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2142","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1220774,"bill_number":"H2559","title":"Creating a commission to study the PILOT formula and disbursement","description":"Relative to the valuation and distribution of payments in lieu of taxes to cities and towns for state owned land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2658","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2559","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220775,"bill_number":"H2560","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2560","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220776,"bill_number":"H3022","title":"To establish the speed limit on US Route 3","description":"For legislation to establish the speed limit for United States Route 3 from the New Hampshire border to Interstate 95 in the town of Burlington. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3022","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220778,"bill_number":"H2357","title":"Relative to the retirement of Michael Gallerani","description":"Relative to the retirement of Michael Gallerani. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2357","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220779,"bill_number":"H2327","title":"Relative to legislative intern stipends","description":"Relative to providing stipends for legislative interns. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2327","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220780,"bill_number":"H3419","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3419","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220781,"bill_number":"H2344","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2344","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220782,"bill_number":"H2003","title":"Establishing a mobile integrated health care trust fund and refining the mobile integrated health care program administered by the Department of Public Health","description":"Relative to establishing a mobile integrated health care trust fund and refining the mobile integrated health care program administered by the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2003","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1220783,"bill_number":"H2246","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2246","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1220784,"bill_number":"H3052","title":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3052","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220785,"bill_number":"H2312","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2312","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1220786,"bill_number":"H2412","title":"To promote development through the historic rehabilitation tax credits","description":"For legislation to promote development through the historic rehabilitation tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2412","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1220787,"bill_number":"H1940","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1940","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220788,"bill_number":"H3090","title":"Concerning traffic violations","description":"Relative to crosswalk traffic violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3090","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1220789,"bill_number":"H2176","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to the retirement of non-clerical workers of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2176","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220790,"bill_number":"H3435","title":"Banning partial birth abortions","description":"For legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3435","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220791,"bill_number":"H2177","title":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining of termination and discharge of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2177","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1220792,"bill_number":"H2547","title":"To exempt municipalities from the gas tax","description":"For legislation to exempt municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2547","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220793,"bill_number":"H2607","title":"Relative to single sales factor","description":"Relative to single sales factor in the calculation of taxes for certain financial institutions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2607","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220794,"bill_number":"H2584","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2584","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1220795,"bill_number":"H2767","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2767","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1220796,"bill_number":"H2052","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2052","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220797,"bill_number":"H2229","title":"Directing the State Board of Retirement to grant certain retirement benefits","description":"Relative to directing the State Retirement Board to pay a certain retirement benefit to Virginia Wise, the surviving spouse of Raymond Wise, an officer of the Bridgewater State College Police Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2229","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1220798,"bill_number":"H2612","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2612","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220799,"bill_number":"H2809","title":"To increase the use of zero emission vehicles in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase the use of zero emission vehicles in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2809","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1220801,"bill_number":"H2660","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2660","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1220802,"bill_number":"H1917","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1917","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1220803,"bill_number":"H2665","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2665","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220804,"bill_number":"H2037","title":"Providing for the care and transportation of police dogs injured in the line of duty","description":"Relative to providing for the care and transportation of police dogs injured in the line of duty. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2037","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1220805,"bill_number":"H2696","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1885","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2696","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220806,"bill_number":"H3489","title":"To reduce fraud in prescription drug abuse testing and help prevent substance abuse","description":"By Mr. Cullinane of Boston, a petition of Daniel R. Cullinane that the Office of Medicaid be authorized to require laboratories providing toxicology testing to demonstrate functional and operational test-utilization and test-frequency control programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3489","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220807,"bill_number":"H2715","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2715","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1220808,"bill_number":"H2733","title":"Providing regulatory reform to promote job growth","description":"Relative to regulatory reform. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2733","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220809,"bill_number":"H2577","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2577","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220810,"bill_number":"H2642","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2642","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220811,"bill_number":"H2325","title":"Relative to public safety line of duty benefits","description":"Relative to public safety line of duty benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2325","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1220812,"bill_number":"H3070","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"Relative to gender identity on certain identification issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3070","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220813,"bill_number":"H2613","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2613","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220814,"bill_number":"H2892","title":"Relative to a Massachusetts broadband competitive marketplace study","description":"Relative to the establishment of a special commission to examine the state of the advanced telecommunications broadband industry in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2892","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220815,"bill_number":"H2170","title":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler","description":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2170","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1220816,"bill_number":"H2542","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2542","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220817,"bill_number":"H2242","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2242","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220818,"bill_number":"H2088","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2088","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220819,"bill_number":"H2629","title":"Relative to the film tax credit","description":"Relative to certain tax exemptions for motion picture productions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2629","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220820,"bill_number":"H2365","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2365","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1220823,"bill_number":"H3067","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Framingham as the Deanna K. Richards memorial bridge","description":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the city of Framingham as the Deanna K. Richards memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3067","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1220824,"bill_number":"H2741","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts law revision commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts law revision commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2741","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220825,"bill_number":"H1957","title":"Regarding registered nurse first assistants","description":"Relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1957","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220826,"bill_number":"H2018","title":"Resolve establishing an enhanced public school safety commission","description":"Relative to enhanced school safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2018","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1220827,"bill_number":"H2893","title":"Relative to municipal energy use disclosure and reporting","description":"Relative to municipal energy use disclosure and reporting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2893","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220828,"bill_number":"H2089","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2089","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220829,"bill_number":"H3420","title":"To promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults","description":"Relative to the age of criminal majority. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3420","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1220830,"bill_number":"H2072","title":"Relative to non-resident firearm licensing","description":"Relative to non-resident firearm licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2072","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220831,"bill_number":"H2549","title":"Relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes","description":"Relative to the collection, assignment or transfer of delinquent property taxes by cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2549","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1220832,"bill_number":"H2800","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"Relative to employment discrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2800","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1220833,"bill_number":"H2876","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2876","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220834,"bill_number":"H2293","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2293","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220835,"bill_number":"H2947","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2947","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1220836,"bill_number":"H2668","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2668","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220837,"bill_number":"H2856","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2856","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1220838,"bill_number":"H2539","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2539","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220839,"bill_number":"H3249","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3249","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220840,"bill_number":"H2013","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2013","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220841,"bill_number":"H2903","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2903","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1220842,"bill_number":"H2397","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2397","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220843,"bill_number":"H2603","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2603","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220844,"bill_number":"H2975","title":"Relative to Chapter 90B","description":"Relative to vehicle registrations for certain recreation vehicles at sanctioned races, rallies or events. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2975","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1220845,"bill_number":"H1977","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1977","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1220846,"bill_number":"H3206","title":"Relative to providing veterans survivor benefits","description":"Relative to providing veterans' survivor benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3206","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1220847,"bill_number":"H2486","title":"Requiring transparency relative to excise taxes assessed on leased motor vehicles","description":"Relative to excise taxes assessed on leased motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2486","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1220848,"bill_number":"H3051","title":"Relative to littering","description":"Relative to roadway littering. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3051","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220849,"bill_number":"H2682","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2682","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1220850,"bill_number":"H2379","title":"Relative to the health of correctional employees","description":"Relative to line of duty presumptions in certain health evaluations of correctional employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2379","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1220851,"bill_number":"H2212","title":"Relative to Boston school police retirement","description":"For legislation to include Boston school police officers in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/09/2019 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2019-04-02","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2212","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220852,"bill_number":"H2769","title":"Relative to state government processes to verify hours worked on computers for certain government contracts","description":"Relative to state government processes to verify hours worked on computers for certain government contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2769","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1220855,"bill_number":"H2685","title":"Reducing certificate of organization fees for limited liability companies","description":"Relative to reducing certificate of organization fees for limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2685","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220856,"bill_number":"H2808","title":"Promoting local energy investment and infrastructure modernization","description":"Relative to grid modernization and the promotion of local energy investment. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2808","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1220857,"bill_number":"H2445","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2445","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220858,"bill_number":"H2045","title":"Relative to crime gun data reporting and analysis","description":"Relative to crime gun data reporting and analysis. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2045","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1220859,"bill_number":"H1913","title":"Authorizing a 90-day supply of medically necessary testosterone therapy medication","description":"Relative to prescriptions for testosterone therapy medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1913","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1220860,"bill_number":"H3027","title":"Regulating the traffic utilization of Route 60 in the town of Arlington and the city of Medford","description":"Relative to regulating the traffic utilization of Route 60 in the town of Arlington and the city of Medford. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3027","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220861,"bill_number":"H2587","title":"Providing tax relief to seniors while creating affordable housing","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to offer property tax relief to certain eligible homeowners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2587","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1220862,"bill_number":"H3409","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3409","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1220863,"bill_number":"H2371","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2371","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1220864,"bill_number":"H3093","title":"Regarding Massachusetts Department of Transportation exemption for school buses","description":"For legislation to exempt school buses from paying tolls. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3093","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220865,"bill_number":"H2697","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2697","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1220866,"bill_number":"H2373","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2373","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220867,"bill_number":"H2283","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2283","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220868,"bill_number":"H2535","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2653","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2535","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1220869,"bill_number":"H2285","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2261","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2285","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1220870,"bill_number":"H2955","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2955","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220871,"bill_number":"H1882","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1882","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1220872,"bill_number":"H1994","title":"Promoting radon testing","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers, Brian M. Ashe and Denise Provost 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1994","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1220873,"bill_number":"H2987","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2987","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220875,"bill_number":"H2440","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1674","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2440","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1220876,"bill_number":"H2826","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2826","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220877,"bill_number":"H2833","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2833","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220878,"bill_number":"H1971","title":"Relative to conducting fetal and infant mortality review","description":"For legislation to authorize the department of Public Health to conduct fetal and infant mortality reviews. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4445","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1971","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1220879,"bill_number":"H1898","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1898","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220880,"bill_number":"H2910","title":"Further regulating cable television systems","description":"Relative to payments for cable services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2910","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1220881,"bill_number":"H2383","title":"Authorizing James S. Armentrout to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board","description":"For legislation to authorize James S. Armentrout to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 217 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2383","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1220882,"bill_number":"H2628","title":"Increasing the income tax rate and personal exemption and lowering the sales tax rate","description":"Relative to increasing the income tax rate and personal exemption and lowering the sales tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2628","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220883,"bill_number":"H2830","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2830","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1220884,"bill_number":"H3339","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3339","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220885,"bill_number":"H2720","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2720","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220886,"bill_number":"H3287","title":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3287","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1220887,"bill_number":"H2192","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2192","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220888,"bill_number":"H2330","title":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee for Public Counsel Services","description":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee on Public Counsel Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2330","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220889,"bill_number":"H3493","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3493","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220890,"bill_number":"H2891","title":"To establish a home heating commission","description":"Relative to reducing heating costs and greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting energy efficient heating systems in certain residential buildings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2891","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220891,"bill_number":"H3014","title":"Relative to electric bicycles","description":"Relative to electric bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3014","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220892,"bill_number":"H2060","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2060","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1220893,"bill_number":"H3234","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study veterans’ transportation issues","description":"By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition of Jerald A. Parisella and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) regarding veterans access to transportation for medical and other service-connected appointments. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3234","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1220894,"bill_number":"H2429","title":"Relative to Community Preservation Act funding and the promotion of regional services","description":"Relative to Community Preservation Act funding and the promotion of regional services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2429","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220895,"bill_number":"H3037","title":"To protect motorists from excessive EZ-Pass fees and fines","description":"Relative to fees and fines assessed on EZ-Pass account holders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3037","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220896,"bill_number":"H2956","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2956","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220897,"bill_number":"H2526","title":"Relative to personal property tax exemptions","description":"Relative to personal property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2526","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1220899,"bill_number":"H3084","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3060","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3084","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1220900,"bill_number":"H2534","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2534","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1220901,"bill_number":"H2107","title":"Establishing a public safety facility improvement fund","description":"Relative to the creation of a public safety facility improvement fund to assist municipalities and public safety entities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2107","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220902,"bill_number":"H1890","title":"Requiring automatic external defibrillator devices in health clubs","description":"Relative to health clubs and the use and deployment of defibrillators. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1890","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220903,"bill_number":"H2200","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teachers retirement system","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts teachers' retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H16","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2200","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220904,"bill_number":"H2238","title":"Increasing the yearly amount of pension as part of the accidental death benefits provided to Suzanne E. Fiske, the widow of David B. Fiske, an employee of the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation to direct the Norfolk County Retirement Board to provide certain benefits to Suzanne E. Fiske, the widow of David B. Fiske, an employee of the town of Plainville. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2238","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220905,"bill_number":"H2194","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2194","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220906,"bill_number":"H2431","title":"To support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit","description":"For legislation to support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2431","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1220907,"bill_number":"H2100","title":"Relative to elevator fees","description":"Relative to elevator fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2100","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1220908,"bill_number":"H2963","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the potential implementation of a time limit for handicapped parking placard use in a metered spot","description":"Relative to the feasibility of establishing a time limit for handicapped parking placard use in metered spots. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2963","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220909,"bill_number":"H3429","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3429","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220910,"bill_number":"H2573","title":"Providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter","description":"For legislation to promote adoption of certain of 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2573","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220911,"bill_number":"H2530","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the sales tax for certain purchases by rental companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2530","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1220912,"bill_number":"H2129","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2129","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220913,"bill_number":"H2051","title":"Relative to firearms storage","description":"Relative to the storage of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2051","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220914,"bill_number":"H2372","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2372","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1220915,"bill_number":"H2811","title":"Relative to municipal authority in public rights of way","description":"Relative to utility poles, wires or attachments and municipal authority in public rights of ways. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2811","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220916,"bill_number":"H2664","title":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission","description":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2664","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220917,"bill_number":"H3111","title":"Promoting equitable distribution of Chapter 90 funds","description":"Relative to expenditures for maintaining, repairing, improving and constructing municipal ways and bridges, and other eligible municipal projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3111","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1220918,"bill_number":"H2076","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2146","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2076","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220919,"bill_number":"H1872","title":"To require the disclosure of lead in water pipes","description":"Relative to the disclosure of lead in water pipes. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1872","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1220920,"bill_number":"H2689","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2689","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220921,"bill_number":"H2040","title":"Relative to imitation firearms","description":"Relative to imitation firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2040","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220922,"bill_number":"H2363","title":"Relative to collective bargaining representation","description":"Relative to collective bargaining representation for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3825","last_action_date":"2019-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2363","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1220923,"bill_number":"H2149","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 House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2149","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1220924,"bill_number":"H3399","title":"Relative to felony threshold for multiple theft offenses","description":"Relative to the felony threshold for multiple offenses for the crime of theft. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3399","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1220925,"bill_number":"H2173","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. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2173","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1220926,"bill_number":"H2367","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2367","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220928,"bill_number":"H2438","title":"To further the protection of agricultural land","description":"Relative to the imposition of the sales tax for the keeping of horses as a commercial enterprise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2438","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220929,"bill_number":"H2271","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2271","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220930,"bill_number":"H2763","title":"To increase competition and reduce costs for constructing water treatment plants","description":"For legislation to increase competition and reduce costs for constructing water treatment plants. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2763/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2763","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1220931,"bill_number":"H2571","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2571","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1220932,"bill_number":"H2847","title":"To ensure safety and transparency in pipeline repair","description":"Relative to the use of contractors for repairing or performing work on public utility infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2847","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1220933,"bill_number":"H2297","title":"Relative to municipal police department employees","description":"Relative to line-of-duty related mental impairment of municipal police department employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2297","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1220934,"bill_number":"H2786","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2786","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1220935,"bill_number":"H3367","title":"Relative to forfeiture reform","description":"Relative to human trafficking forfeiture reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3367","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1220936,"bill_number":"H3002","title":"Relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements","description":"Relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3002","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1220937,"bill_number":"H3307","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 timely filings by banks and other lending institutions with registries of deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3307","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1220938,"bill_number":"H2838","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2838","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1220939,"bill_number":"H2906","title":"Requiring executive agency liability","description":"Relative to executive agency liability in the construction of, or events involving, natural gas pipelines or natural gas compressor stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2906","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1220940,"bill_number":"H2954","title":"Relative to providing improved access to taxicabs for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide improved access to taxicabs for persons with disabilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2954","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220941,"bill_number":"H2970","title":"Relative to bus driver periodic testing","description":"Relative to bus driver periodic testing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2970","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1220942,"bill_number":"H3045","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3045","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220943,"bill_number":"H2829","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2829","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1220944,"bill_number":"H2407","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2407","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1220945,"bill_number":"H2598","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2512","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2598","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220946,"bill_number":"H2638","title":"To promote adoption","description":"Relative to a taxpayer exemption for adopted children. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2638","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1220947,"bill_number":"H2505","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2505","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220948,"bill_number":"H3424","title":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the Housing Court","description":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the Housing Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3424","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1220950,"bill_number":"H2477","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2477","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220951,"bill_number":"H2403","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2619","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2403","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1220952,"bill_number":"H3192","title":"Relative to the obstruction of public ways by railroad","description":"Relative to the obstruction of public ways by railroad entities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3192","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1220953,"bill_number":"H2983","title":"Establishing transit improvement districts","description":"For legislation to establish transit improvement districts. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2983","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1220955,"bill_number":"H2399","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2399","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1220956,"bill_number":"H3036","title":"To regulate license plate tracking","description":"Relative to license plate tracking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3141","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3036","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220957,"bill_number":"H3069","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3069","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1220958,"bill_number":"H3021","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3021","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220959,"bill_number":"H3056","title":"Relative to spare tires","description":"For legislation to prohibit vehicles operating on a spare tire from driving in the passing lane. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3056","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220960,"bill_number":"H3254","title":"Relative to violent crimes","description":"Relative to certain violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3254","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220961,"bill_number":"H1848","title":"Improving public health through immunizations","description":"Relative to the release of information by the immunization registry of the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1848","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1220962,"bill_number":"H2852","title":"Protecting our coasts from offshore drilling","description":"Relative to offshore drilling, expansion, exploration, development, or production in state waters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2852","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1220963,"bill_number":"H1966","title":"Relative to local oversight of non-municipal public water supply systems","description":"Relative to local oversight of non-municipal public water supply systems. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1966","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1220964,"bill_number":"H2863","title":"Relative to greenhouse gas emissions standards for municipal lighting plants, for the purpose of promoting the Commonwealth’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions while acknowledging and preserving the statutory scheme of chapter 164 which places municipal lighting plant operations, finances, and rates under local control","description":"Relative to greenhouse gas emissions standards for municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4553","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2863","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220965,"bill_number":"H1894","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1894","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1220966,"bill_number":"H1891","title":"Relative to pupil dental health","description":"Relative to oral health examinations for public school students. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1891","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220967,"bill_number":"H3291","title":"Relative to notarization fees","description":"Relative to notarization fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3291","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220968,"bill_number":"H2385","title":"Relative to collective bargaining","description":"Relative to public employee collective bargaining. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3825","last_action_date":"2019-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2385","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1220969,"bill_number":"H3337","title":"Relative to federal and local law enforcement cooperation","description":"Relative to empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the federal government to transfer custody of certain convicted criminals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3337","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1220970,"bill_number":"H3427","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3427","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220971,"bill_number":"H1942","title":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","description":"Relative to protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4783","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1942","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1220972,"bill_number":"H2877","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2877","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1220973,"bill_number":"H2471","title":"Relative to tax exempt property","description":"Relative to tax exempt property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2471","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1220974,"bill_number":"H2409","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2409","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1220975,"bill_number":"H2992","title":"To improve pedestrian and vehicular safety","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation establish standards suitable for safety for markings on roadways, streets and other traffic surfaces. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2992","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1220976,"bill_number":"H2596","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2596","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220977,"bill_number":"H2656","title":"Relative to preserving information content of historic resources with community preservation funds","description":"Relative to preserving information content of historic resources with community preservation funds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2656","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1220978,"bill_number":"H3047","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3047","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220979,"bill_number":"H2850","title":"Relative to natural gas safety and responsibility","description":"Relative to natural gas safety and responsibility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2850","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1220980,"bill_number":"H3055","title":"Relative to roadway damage","description":"Relative to roadway damage reports after certain accidents. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3055","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1220981,"bill_number":"H2985","title":"Establishing rapid transportation for the Fairmount Corridor","description":"Relative to establishing rapid transportation for the Fairmount Corridor. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2985","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1220982,"bill_number":"H3129","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3129","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1220984,"bill_number":"H3413","title":"Making discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful","description":"Relative to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of height and weight. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2495","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3413","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1220985,"bill_number":"H3294","title":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act","description":"By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile that certain legal material in electronic records be designated as official. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3294","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1220986,"bill_number":"H2049","title":"Relative to Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act","description":"Relative to the carrying of concealed weapons by corrections officers and Department of Public Safety officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2049","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1220987,"bill_number":"H1950","title":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","description":"Relative to clarifying participation in athletic safety programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1950","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1220988,"bill_number":"H2055","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2055","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1220989,"bill_number":"H3492","title":"Relative to community radiological emergency response funds","description":"Relative to radiological emergency response funds under the control of the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3492","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1220990,"bill_number":"H2099","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2099","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1220991,"bill_number":"H2269","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1514","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2269","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1220992,"bill_number":"H2120","title":"To establish a taskforce to develop a uniform code for police body-worn cameras and their recordings","description":"For legislation to establish a taskforce on a uniform code for police body-worn cameras and recordings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2120","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1220993,"bill_number":"H2074","title":"Promoting responsible investment and the prevention of genocide","description":"Relative to the investment of funds in certain institutions engaged in the manufacture, distribution or sale of firearms and weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2074","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1220994,"bill_number":"H2418","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2418","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1220995,"bill_number":"H3441","title":"Regarding pay parity for Correction Officers of the fourteen county Sheriffs' Offices","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that correction officers of county sheriffs' offices use the same pay scale and rates as correction officers employed by the Department of Correction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3441","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1220996,"bill_number":"H2623","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2623","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1220998,"bill_number":"H3306","title":"Affecting the housing of prisoners","description":"For legislation to require in-state incarceration of persons convicted of crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3306","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1220999,"bill_number":"H3182","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3182","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221000,"bill_number":"H2630","title":"To provide a tax deduction for charitable donations of food by farmers","description":"For legislation to establish a tax deduction for charitable donations of food by certain farmers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2630","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1221001,"bill_number":"H2782","title":"Clarifying the public records law","description":"For legislation to further regulate public records laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2782","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221002,"bill_number":"H2875","title":"Codifying the electric vehicle consumer rebate program","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford Hill and Michael J. Soter 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2875","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221003,"bill_number":"H2388","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2388","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221004,"bill_number":"H3309","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3309","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1221005,"bill_number":"H2865","title":"To establish a net zero stretch energy code","description":"For legislation to establish a net zero stretch energy code. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2865","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221007,"bill_number":"H2247","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2247","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1221008,"bill_number":"H2070","title":"Relative to regulations requiring secure videotaping of the booking process of state police arrestees","description":"Relative to regulations requiring secure videotaping of the booking process of state police arrestees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2070","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221009,"bill_number":"H2801","title":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","description":"That the city of Gardner be authorized to exchange certain parcels of land located in said city with the Department of Conservation and Recreation for conservation and recreation purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3688","last_action_date":"2019-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2801","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1221010,"bill_number":"H3134","title":"Relative to the eligibility determination for ‘THE RIDE’ Program","description":"Relative to the eligibility determination for ‘THE RIDE’ program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3134","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1221011,"bill_number":"H2868","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2868","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221012,"bill_number":"H3018","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3018","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221013,"bill_number":"H2663","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2663","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1221014,"bill_number":"H3241","title":"Relative to veteran's benefits for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to veterans’ benefits for surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3241","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221015,"bill_number":"H3199","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3199","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221016,"bill_number":"H2235","title":"Defining membership of retirement boards","description":"Relative to filling certain vacancies on retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2235","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1221017,"bill_number":"H2033","title":"To update elevator regulations","description":"Relative to elevator regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2033","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1221018,"bill_number":"H3385","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3385","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221019,"bill_number":"H2046","title":"Relative to the reckless discharge of firearms","description":"Relative to the reckless discharge of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2046","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221020,"bill_number":"H3217","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3217","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221021,"bill_number":"H3457","title":"Relative to parole","description":"Relative to parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4607","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3457","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1221022,"bill_number":"H3212","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3212","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221023,"bill_number":"H2110","title":"Relative to the recreational tramway board","description":"Relative to certain Recreational Tramway Board violations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2110","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221024,"bill_number":"H3375","title":"Relative to expungement of youth criminal records","description":"Relative to the expungement of certain youth criminal records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3375","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1221025,"bill_number":"H2501","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2501","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221026,"bill_number":"H3363","title":"Increasing fair housing protections for domestic violence survivors","description":"Relative to housing discrimination for domestic violence survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3363","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221027,"bill_number":"H2523","title":"Relative to reductions in property tax liabilities","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and James K. Hawkins 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2523","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221028,"bill_number":"H3116","title":"Relative to electric foot scooter operating requirements","description":"Relative to electric foot scooter operating requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3116","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1221029,"bill_number":"H1984","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1984","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221030,"bill_number":"H2450","title":"Promoting student loan repayment","description":"Relative to providing for certain student loan repayment income tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2450","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1221031,"bill_number":"H3143","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3143","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221032,"bill_number":"H2195","title":"Relative to the retirement system","description":"Relative to reinstatement into public retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2195","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221033,"bill_number":"H2991","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2991","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221034,"bill_number":"H3422","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"For legislation to update penalties and protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3422","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1221035,"bill_number":"H2387","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2387","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1221036,"bill_number":"H3298","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3298","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1221037,"bill_number":"H2339","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2339","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221038,"bill_number":"H1840","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors","description":"Relative to continuing education requirements for chiropractors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1840","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221039,"bill_number":"H2382","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2382","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221040,"bill_number":"H2680","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2680","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221041,"bill_number":"H2634","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2634","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221042,"bill_number":"H2114","title":"To reduce harm by creating baseline standards for use of force by K9s in correctional facilities","description":"Relative to standards for the use of force by trained dogs in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2114","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1221044,"bill_number":"H3237","title":"Relative to EMT certification of veterans and military medics","description":"Relative to emergency medical technician certification of veterans and military medics. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3237","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221045,"bill_number":"H2446","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax code","description":"Relative to the estate tax code of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2446","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221046,"bill_number":"H2644","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to sustain community preservation revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2644","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1221047,"bill_number":"H1854","title":"Relative to CPR recertification","description":"Relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1854","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1221048,"bill_number":"H2442","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2442","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221049,"bill_number":"H3050","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation to prohibit the wearing of headphones while operating a bicycle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3050","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221050,"bill_number":"H2469","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2469","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221051,"bill_number":"H3436","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3436","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221052,"bill_number":"H3193","title":"Resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and Kerry J. Byrne for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","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":"2019-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3193","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221053,"bill_number":"H3344","title":"Relative to repeat drunk driving","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others to repeat drunk driving offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3344","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221054,"bill_number":"H3351","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3351","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221055,"bill_number":"H2411","title":"To reduce graduate student loan debt","description":"For legislation to provide for a tax deduction for certain graduate student loan debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2411","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221056,"bill_number":"H2567","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2567","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221057,"bill_number":"H3048","title":"Relating to road building equipment classifications","description":"Relative to road building equipment classifications. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3048","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221058,"bill_number":"H2264","title":"Relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters","description":"Relative to death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2264","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221059,"bill_number":"H1901","title":"To advance health and well-being for all Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to the adoption of a framework of health and well-being consistent with the definitions provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1901","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221060,"bill_number":"H2589","title":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4811","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2589","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221061,"bill_number":"H2286","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2286","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221062,"bill_number":"H2802","title":"To secure a clean energy future","description":"For legislation to to secure a clean energy future and provide comprehensive solutions to the climate crisis. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2802","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221063,"bill_number":"H2500","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2500","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221064,"bill_number":"H2988","title":"Relative to electric vehicles in high occupancy lanes","description":"Relative to allowing electric vehicles in high occupancy lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2988","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221065,"bill_number":"H2600","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2600","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221066,"bill_number":"H3499","title":"To promote public safety and certainty related to child deaths","description":"Relative to findings and reports of medical examiners performing autopsies on children under the age of two. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3499","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221067,"bill_number":"H2981","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2981","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221069,"bill_number":"H2996","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2996","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221070,"bill_number":"H3205","title":"Relative to half-staff notifications","description":"Relative to flying the flag of the Commonwealth at half-staff annually to honor service members killed while on active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3205","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221071,"bill_number":"H2902","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2902","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1221072,"bill_number":"H2820","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2820","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221073,"bill_number":"H3325","title":"Relative to judicial case managers and assistant judicial case managers for the Middlesex Probate and Family Court","description":"Relative to judicial case managers and assistant judicial case managers for the Middlesex Probate and Family Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3325","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1221075,"bill_number":"H2807","title":"To protect ratepayers","description":"Relative to base rate proceeding conducted by the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2807","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1221076,"bill_number":"H2181","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2181","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221077,"bill_number":"H2232","title":"To provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits","description":"Relative to cost of living adjustments, insurance and other benefits for certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2232","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221078,"bill_number":"H3497","title":"Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment","description":"Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3497","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221079,"bill_number":"H2214","title":"Relative to public retiree COLA financing","description":"Relative to public retiree cost-of-living adjustment financing. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2214","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221080,"bill_number":"H3106","title":"To establish regional transit authority enterprise fund","description":"For legislation to authorize regional transit authorities to establish enterprise funds. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3106","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1221081,"bill_number":"H2211","title":"Relative to Department of Developmental Services' employee retirement classification","description":"Relative to the classification for certain employees of the Department of Developmental Services in the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2211","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1221082,"bill_number":"H3423","title":"Relative to small claims","description":"Relative to small claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3423","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1221083,"bill_number":"H2448","title":"Excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans","description":"Relative to excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2448","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1221084,"bill_number":"H3162","title":"To study the feasibility reassessment of the Roxbury light-speed rail access","description":"Relative to rail service throughout the Roxbury section of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3162","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221085,"bill_number":"H2103","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2103","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1221086,"bill_number":"H2575","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2575","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1221088,"bill_number":"H3154","title":"Relative to wireless transmissions from motor vehicles","description":"Relative to wireless transmissions to and from motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3154","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221089,"bill_number":"H2518","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2518","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221090,"bill_number":"H3049","title":"Relative to temporary dealer plates","description":"Relative to temporary motor vehicle dealer license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3049","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221091,"bill_number":"H3121","title":"Transitioning Massachusetts to electric buses","description":"Relative to the operation of electric buses by transit agencies and school bus operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3121","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221092,"bill_number":"H3356","title":"For legislation relative to costs of appeals by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to costs of appeals by certain defendants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3356","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221093,"bill_number":"H3261","title":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents","description":"Relative to anti-litigation provisions in condominium documents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3261","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221094,"bill_number":"H1865","title":"Prohibiting non consensual pelvic examinations","description":"Relative to prohibiting nonconsensual pelvic examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4265","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1865","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1221095,"bill_number":"H2533","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2533","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221096,"bill_number":"H1864","title":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy","description":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1864","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1221097,"bill_number":"H2633","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2633","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221098,"bill_number":"H3362","title":"Relative to the reform of unconstitutional archaic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3362","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221099,"bill_number":"H3310","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3310","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1221100,"bill_number":"H2592","title":"Establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise","description":"Relative to establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2592","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1221101,"bill_number":"H3101","title":"Relative to Massachusetts drivers license information","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr., that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be directed to collect contact information of license applicants for use in case of emergencies. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3101","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221102,"bill_number":"H2219","title":"Relative to protecting local retirees","description":"Relative to insurance premium contribution levels for certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2321","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2219","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221103,"bill_number":"H2785","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2785","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1221104,"bill_number":"H3403","title":"Relative to second degree murder","description":"Relative to second degree murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3403","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221105,"bill_number":"H2669","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2669","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221106,"bill_number":"H2047","title":"To strengthen inmate visitation","description":"Relative to inmate visitation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2047","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221111,"bill_number":"H3477","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3477","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221114,"bill_number":"H2894","title":"Creating a green bank to promote clean energy in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to creating a green bank to evaluate and coordinate financing for energy improvements and energy technologies throughout the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2894","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221115,"bill_number":"H1915","title":"Relative to conducting fetal and infant mortality review","description":"For legislation to authorize certain local health agencies to conduct in-depth fetal infant mortality reviews. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4445","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1915","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221116,"bill_number":"H2819","title":"Relative to energy production through waste reduction","description":"Relative to energy production through waste reduction. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2819","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221117,"bill_number":"H2605","title":"Relative to excise tax exemptions","description":"Relative to excise tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2605","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221118,"bill_number":"H2494","title":"Relative to property tax relief for veterans","description":"Relative to property tax relief for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2494","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221119,"bill_number":"H2491","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2491","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221120,"bill_number":"H3297","title":"Relative to violent protection order violations","description":"Relative to violent protection orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3297","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1221121,"bill_number":"H2465","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2465","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1221122,"bill_number":"H2527","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2527","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221123,"bill_number":"H2576","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2576","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1221124,"bill_number":"H3491","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4640","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3491","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221125,"bill_number":"H3026","title":"Providing for analysis of Route 60 in Medford","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation conduct a comprehensive analysis of Route 60 in the city of Medford. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3026","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221126,"bill_number":"H3355","title":"Increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms","description":"Relative to increasing penalties for the illegal sale and possession of firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3355","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221127,"bill_number":"H1916","title":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to expand patient access to oral health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1916","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221128,"bill_number":"H2094","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2094","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221129,"bill_number":"H2756","title":"Designating May 6 as Moyamoya disease awareness day","description":"By Ms. Nguyen of Andover, a petition of Tram T. Nguyen and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate May 6th as Moyamoya disease awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1872","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2756","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1221130,"bill_number":"H2131","title":"Relative to fair licensing","description":"Relative to the licensing of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2131","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221131,"bill_number":"H2617","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2617","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221133,"bill_number":"H2647","title":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","description":"Relative to cranberry bog renovation tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4467","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2647","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221134,"bill_number":"H2890","title":"Relative to fair and stable electricity","description":"Relative to rate increases or other changes in rates by electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2890","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221135,"bill_number":"H2578","title":"Relative to long term care insurance tax credit","description":"Relative to long term care insurance tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2578","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221136,"bill_number":"H3260","title":"Relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners","description":"Relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4605","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3260","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221137,"bill_number":"H2509","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2509","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221138,"bill_number":"H2859","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2859","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221139,"bill_number":"H2009","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to the labeling information for commercially caught fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1877","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2009","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1221140,"bill_number":"H2874","title":"Relative to increasing net-zero homes in Gateway Cities","description":"For legislation to study incentives for certain low income homeowners and renters to reduce their energy consumption and greenhouse gas pollution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2874","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1221141,"bill_number":"H3283","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3283","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1221142,"bill_number":"H2871","title":"Regarding net metering for low income and other small facilities","description":"Relative to net metering for low income and other small facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2871","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221143,"bill_number":"H2057","title":"Relative to American Sign Language Training","description":"For legislation to provide sign language training for public safety personnel and emergency medical personnel. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2057","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221144,"bill_number":"H2484","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2484","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221145,"bill_number":"H3043","title":"Relative to motorcycle safety","description":"Relative to motorcycle awareness instruction. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3043","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221146,"bill_number":"H3428","title":"Relative to coerced abortion","description":"Relative to voluntary consent for abortion services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3428","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221148,"bill_number":"H1944","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to participation in the national nurse licensure compact agreement. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1944","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221149,"bill_number":"H3020","title":"Relative to motorcycle inspections","description":"Relative to motorcycle safety inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3020","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221150,"bill_number":"H2945","title":"Relative to the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create the position of poet laureate of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2945","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1221151,"bill_number":"H2839","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2839","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221152,"bill_number":"H2162","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2162","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1221153,"bill_number":"H2744","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2744","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221154,"bill_number":"H2713","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1920","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2713","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1221155,"bill_number":"H2358","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2358","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221156,"bill_number":"H3451","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3451","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221157,"bill_number":"H2572","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2572","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221158,"bill_number":"H2396","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2396","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221159,"bill_number":"H2594","title":"Providing for prisoners of war","description":"For legislation to make income received by a prisoner of war tax-exempt. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2594","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221160,"bill_number":"H2189","title":"Relative to Group Health Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to the monthly premium rate for the group health and medical insurance plan for employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2189","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221161,"bill_number":"H3142","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2998","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3142","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221162,"bill_number":"H3211","title":"Resolutions to prevent the first use of nuclear weapons by the United States","description":"Relative to memorializing the President of the United States to make it the policy of the United States that it will not start a nuclear war and not use nuclear weapons first. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3211","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1221163,"bill_number":"H2984","title":"Protecting children boarding school buses","description":"By Mr. Crocker of Barnstable, a petition of William L. Crocker, Jr., and others that school buses be outfitted with outside operational camera systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2984","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1221164,"bill_number":"H2706","title":"Promoting community on-the-job training for youths","description":"By Mr. González of Springfield, a petition of Carlos González and others that certain state agencies promote community on-the-job training for youths. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2706","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221165,"bill_number":"H3016","title":"Requiring school bus monitors on school buses transporting students in kindergarten through grade five","description":"Relative to requiring school bus monitors on school buses transporting students in kindergarten through grade five. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3016","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1221166,"bill_number":"H3372","title":"Relative to pregnancy","description":"For legislation to further regulate the performance of abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3372","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221167,"bill_number":"H3066","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition of Kay Khan and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide a process for certain homeless adults or children to apply for identification cards. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3066","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221168,"bill_number":"H3380","title":"Promoting family stability by further reforming criminal offender record information, increasing access to employment and preventing unfair accrual of debt","description":"Relative to promoting family stability of incarcerated persons by further reforming criminal offender record information, increasing access to employment and preventing unfair accrual of debt. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3380","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221169,"bill_number":"H2989","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4180","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2989","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221170,"bill_number":"H2999","title":"Establishing school zones for locomotives","description":"Relative to establishing school zone speed limits for locomotives. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2999","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221171,"bill_number":"H3094","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3094","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1221172,"bill_number":"H3381","title":"Relative to appeals from the clerk-magistrates","description":"Relative to appeals from clerk-magistrates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3381","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221173,"bill_number":"H3168","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3168","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221174,"bill_number":"H3148","title":"Relative to all-electronic tolling data privacy","description":"Relative to the collection of all-electronic tolling data. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3148","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221175,"bill_number":"H2725","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 House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2725","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221176,"bill_number":"H2750","title":"Designating Domestic Workers’ Rights Day","description":"By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition of Michael J. Moran and others 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2750","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221178,"bill_number":"H1989","title":"Relative to reporting on health effects of particulate matter","description":"Relative to reporting on health effects of particulate matter. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1989","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221179,"bill_number":"H2773","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2773","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221180,"bill_number":"H3404","title":"To aid the administration of the Probate and Family Court Department","description":"For legislation to authorize administrative deputy assistants of the probate and family court department to perform official judicial duties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3404","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1221181,"bill_number":"H3305","title":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors","description":"Relative to the penalties for crimes against certain elderly persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3305","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221182,"bill_number":"H3139","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","description":"Relative to drones and other unmanned aerial systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4417","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3139","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221183,"bill_number":"H2904","title":"Protecting the taxpayers of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the financial responsibility for nuclear power plant decommissioning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2904","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221184,"bill_number":"H2770","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5106","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2770","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1221185,"bill_number":"H2244","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2244","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1221186,"bill_number":"H3251","title":"Relative to expunged records not to be available for inspection","description":"Relative to expunged records not to be available for inspection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4604","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3251","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221187,"bill_number":"H2917","title":"Relative to energy conservation","description":"Relative to the allocation of costs of energy monitoring systems in certain rental housing. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2917","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1221188,"bill_number":"H2279","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2279","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221189,"bill_number":"H2889","title":"Relative to green jobs","description":"For legislation to establish an energy efficiency authority, and a green jobs program and loan fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2889","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221190,"bill_number":"H3255","title":"Protecting vulnerable tenants from displacement","description":"Relative to the eviction of certain tenants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3255","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1221191,"bill_number":"H3440","title":"Relative to the interstate corrections compact","description":"Relative to the interstate corrections compact. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3440","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221192,"bill_number":"H1878","title":"Relative to reciprocity of psychologists","description":"Relative to the reciprocity of psychologists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1878","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1221193,"bill_number":"H3222","title":"Relative to military service","description":"Relative to the definition of military service. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3222","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221194,"bill_number":"H3135","title":"Relative to moped safety","description":"Relative to motorized scooter registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3135","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1221195,"bill_number":"H3447","title":"Regarding probation violations","description":"Relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/22/2019 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 & A-2","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3447","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221196,"bill_number":"H3410","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3410","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221197,"bill_number":"H2489","title":"To provide municipalities with the option to freeze residential tax rate or valuation for the elderly with means tested criteria","description":"For legislation to provide municipalities with the option to freeze residential tax rate or valuation for the elderly with means tested criteria. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2489","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221198,"bill_number":"H3398","title":"Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking","description":"Relative to trafficking certain illegal drugs and firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3398","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1221199,"bill_number":"H3169","title":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates","description":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3169","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221200,"bill_number":"H2473","title":"To grant state income tax exemption for school fees and charges","description":"Relative to an income tax deduction for certain school expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2473","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221201,"bill_number":"H3007","title":"Relative to low-speed vehicles","description":"Relative to low-speed three wheeled vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3007","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1221202,"bill_number":"H3128","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3128","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1221203,"bill_number":"H3308","title":"Expanding opportunity to officiate marriage ceremonies","description":"Relative to persons authorized to perform marriage ceremonies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3308","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1221204,"bill_number":"H3033","title":"To establish driver education and training reform","description":"Relative to driver education and training reform. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3033","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221205,"bill_number":"H1952","title":"To increase access to healthcare in underserved areas of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and make recommendations regarding 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1952","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221207,"bill_number":"H2454","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2454","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1221208,"bill_number":"H3216","title":"Relative to treating veterans under the pension laws","description":"Relative to employment benefits for certain veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3216","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221209,"bill_number":"H3475","title":"For legislation to prohibit smoking within 100 feet of a public monument or memorial","description":"Relative to smoking near public monuments and memorials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3475","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221210,"bill_number":"H2821","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2821","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221212,"bill_number":"H2322","title":"To ensure fair public higher education workplaces","description":"For legislation to include certain faculty employed at public institutions of higher education in the retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2322","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221213,"bill_number":"H3392","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3392","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221214,"bill_number":"H1883","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1883","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1221215,"bill_number":"H2341","title":"Regarding pension ratio of the funding system","description":"Relative to the investment performance and funded ratio of certain retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2341","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1221216,"bill_number":"H2790","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2790","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221217,"bill_number":"H3023","title":"To establish the speed limit on certain highways","description":"For legislation to increase the speed limit on certain highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3023","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221218,"bill_number":"H2920","title":"Relative to multi-state offshore wind procurement","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and others that the Department of Energy Resources be directed to determine the feasibility of creating multi-state offshore wind energy generation solicitation and procurement agreements. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2920","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221219,"bill_number":"H2257","title":"Designating certain employees of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to include certain employees in the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2257","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221220,"bill_number":"H2679","title":"Amending the banking laws and related statutes","description":"Relative to deposits of public monies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2679","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221221,"bill_number":"H2980","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2980","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1221223,"bill_number":"H2483","title":"Relative to property tax deferral for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals for certain elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2483","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1221224,"bill_number":"H3259","title":"Establishing criminal responsibility for motor vehicle “hit and runs” on private property","description":"Relative to 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3259","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221225,"bill_number":"H3190","title":"Relative to the extension of the blue line","description":"Relative to extending the Blue Line to the city of Lynn. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3190","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1221226,"bill_number":"H3060","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3060","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221227,"bill_number":"H2919","title":"To establish building energy performance standards","description":"For legislation to establish building energy performance standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2919","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1221228,"bill_number":"H2160","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2160","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221229,"bill_number":"H2303","title":"Relative to the 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2303","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221230,"bill_number":"H2185","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2185","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221231,"bill_number":"H2468","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2468","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221232,"bill_number":"H3349","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3349","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221233,"bill_number":"H2965","title":"Ensuring equitable access to subway and bus service","description":"Relative to calculation of fares on the heavy rail, light rail, and bus systems of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2965","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1221234,"bill_number":"H3141","title":"Relative to license plate readers","description":"Relative to license plate readers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3141","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221235,"bill_number":"H1886","title":"Relative to Parkinson's Disease public awareness and education","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton (by request), a petition of Daniel Harvey and others that the Department of Public Health be authorized to establish a Parkinson's disease public information and education program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1886","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221236,"bill_number":"H2748","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2748","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221237,"bill_number":"H2687","title":"Relative to privatization contracts","description":"Relative to the regulation of privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2687","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221238,"bill_number":"H2104","title":"Relative to novelty sparklers","description":"Relative to novelty sparklers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1436","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2104","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221239,"bill_number":"H2870","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2870","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221240,"bill_number":"H3361","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3361","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221241,"bill_number":"H3080","title":"Relative to pup trailers","description":"Relative to the use of certain trailers by farmers. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3080","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221242,"bill_number":"H2082","title":"Relative to the disclosure of automatic sprinkler information","description":"For legislation to require builders of new dwellings to provide information regarding the benefits of automatic fire sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2082","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221243,"bill_number":"H2333","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2333","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221245,"bill_number":"H2006","title":"To establish a sharps stewardship program","description":"Relative to the definition of \"covered drug\" under the program financed by pharmaceutical product manufacturers or groups of manufacturers to collect, secure, transport and safely dispose of unwanted drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2006","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1221246,"bill_number":"H2381","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2261","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2381","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221247,"bill_number":"H2169","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Richard Drury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Franklin Regional Retirement Board to grant Richard Drury 5 years of creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4779","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2169","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1221249,"bill_number":"H3085","title":"Relative to roadside 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3085","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221250,"bill_number":"H2311","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"Relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2311","sponsor":"Kathleen LaNatra"},
{"bill_id":1221251,"bill_number":"H2624","title":"Relative to film tax credit transferability","description":"Relative to film tax credit transferability. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2624","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221252,"bill_number":"H3342","title":"Relative to parole supervision for life","description":"Relative to parole supervision for life. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3342","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221253,"bill_number":"H2459","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2459","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1221254,"bill_number":"H2798","title":"Relative to the uniform procurement act","description":"Relative to the uniform procurement law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2798","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221255,"bill_number":"H2968","title":"Regarding RMV legislation hearing fee reimbursements","description":"Relative to Registry of Motor Vehicles hearing fee reimbursements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2968","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1221256,"bill_number":"H3266","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3266","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221257,"bill_number":"H3464","title":"Establishing a commission to study the feasibility of a new Hampden County hall of justice in Springfield","description":"Relative to establishing a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the feasibility of a new Hampden County hall of justice in the city of Springfield. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3464","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221258,"bill_number":"H2795","title":"Enabling lobbying by the public on behalf of social and environmental justice","description":"For legislation to establish a registration system for lobbyists advocating independently for social and environmental justice. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2795","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1221259,"bill_number":"H3017","title":"Relative to low digit number plates on leased vehicles","description":"Relative to low digit number plates on leased vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3017","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221260,"bill_number":"H3354","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3354","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221261,"bill_number":"H1948","title":"Relative to out-of-hospital birth access and safety","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration in midwifery and further regulating out-of-hospital birth access and safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1948","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221262,"bill_number":"H3360","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3360","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221263,"bill_number":"H2702","title":"Establishing \"Here's to America\" as the official patriotic song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song \"Here's to America\" as the official patriotic song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2702","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221264,"bill_number":"H2350","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2350","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221265,"bill_number":"H3331","title":"To clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations","description":"For legislation to clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3331","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1221266,"bill_number":"H3503","title":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes","description":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4639","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3503","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1221267,"bill_number":"H2842","title":"Relative to S-license compliance","description":"Relative to bids or proposals for the installation, repair, or maintenance of security systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2842","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221268,"bill_number":"H2464","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2464","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1221269,"bill_number":"H2810","title":"To promote green infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions","description":"Relative to the promotion of green infrastructure and reduction of carbon emissions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2810","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1221271,"bill_number":"H2563","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2563","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221272,"bill_number":"H2759","title":"Relative to the MBTA Retirement Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Auditor to audit any person, corporation or group that receives or expends public funds for the payment or administration of pensions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2759","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1221273,"bill_number":"H3370","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3370","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221274,"bill_number":"H2528","title":"Relative to sales tax exemptions","description":"Relative to the taxation of whole natural food for human consumption and establishing a prevention and wellness trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2528","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221275,"bill_number":"H3006","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"Relative to the licensing requirements for school bus drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3006","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221276,"bill_number":"H2794","title":"Relative to the structure of the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board in the Department of Labor Relations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2794","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1221277,"bill_number":"H2951","title":"Relative to tourism and visitation marketing and promotion grants","description":"Relative to tourism and visitation marketing and promotion grants. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2951","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221278,"bill_number":"H2039","title":"Concerning the reporting of information relating to certain firearms","description":"Relative to the reporting of information relating to certain firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2039","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1221279,"bill_number":"H2092","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2092","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221280,"bill_number":"H2058","title":"Relative to combustible gas detectors","description":"Relative to combustible gas detectors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2058","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221281,"bill_number":"H3160","title":"Relative to funeral processions and fines","description":"Relative to funeral processions and fines. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3160","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221282,"bill_number":"H2472","title":"Relative to closing the water infrastructure funding gap with water and sewer connection fees","description":"For legislation to establish under the Department of Revenue a water infrastructure trust fund to address water infrastructure needs and authorize cities and towns to collect additional fees for water or sewer services connections. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2472","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221283,"bill_number":"H2851","title":"Accelerating the renewable portfolio standard","description":"Relative to the renewable energy portfolio standard. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2851","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1221284,"bill_number":"H2191","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2191","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221286,"bill_number":"H2705","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"Relative to the depositing of public monies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2705","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1221287,"bill_number":"H3161","title":"To add law enforcement councils to the registration of motor vehicles and trailers","description":"Relative to the registration of motor vehicles and trailers by law enforcement councils. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3161","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221288,"bill_number":"H2480","title":"To change the corporate and housing tax credits, tax incentives, tiff","description":"Relative to corporate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2480","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221289,"bill_number":"H1936","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1936","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1221290,"bill_number":"H2520","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2520","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221291,"bill_number":"H2761","title":"To promote Massachusetts manufacturers","description":"For legislation to encourage in-state procurements by state agencies or governmental bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5055","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2761","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1221292,"bill_number":"H3092","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"For legislation to establish standardized analysis tools to be used to report crashes and incidents involving cyclists or pedestrians. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3092","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221293,"bill_number":"H1845","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1845","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221294,"bill_number":"H2831","title":"Authorizing resiliency measures under commercial property assessed clean energy","description":"Relative to clean energy at certain commercial properties. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2831","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221295,"bill_number":"H2511","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2511","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221296,"bill_number":"H2488","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2488","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1221297,"bill_number":"H2252","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2252","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1221298,"bill_number":"H3186","title":"Relative to the study of transit arrival times","description":"Relative to the on-time arrivals of commuter rail trains. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3186","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1221299,"bill_number":"H2059","title":"Relative agreements to enforce federal law, fiscal reporting requirements","description":"Relative to the performance of immigration officer functions by certain public safety employees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2059","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1221301,"bill_number":"H3421","title":"Modernizing time-share extension and termination procedures","description":"Relative to time-share extension and termination procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3421","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1221302,"bill_number":"H2840","title":"An emergency act to investigate the results reporting of the National Grid Worcester smart meter pilot program and its implications for the department of public utilities grid modernization, time of use, and smart meter proceedings","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to investigate the results of a certain smart meter pilot program conducted by National Grid Worcester. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2840","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221303,"bill_number":"H3295","title":"Protecting survivors of rape and their children","description":"Relative to survivors of rape and children of rape survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3295","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221304,"bill_number":"H2071","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database","description":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2071","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1221305,"bill_number":"H2823","title":"To protect consumers from predatory electric supplier practices","description":"Relative to predatory electric supplier practices. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5033","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2823","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221308,"bill_number":"H2583","title":"Relative to providing better notices and protections in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes","description":"Relative to providing better notices and protections in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2583","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1221309,"bill_number":"H3156","title":"Relative to section 1E of Chapter 90","description":"Relative to the use of motorized scooters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3156","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221310,"bill_number":"H3279","title":"Relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes","description":"Relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3279","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221311,"bill_number":"H2538","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2538","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221312,"bill_number":"H2650","title":"To ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Revenue to collect unpaid amounts of restitution payments to victims of crime by withholding wages of offenders. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2650","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221313,"bill_number":"H2404","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2404","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1221314,"bill_number":"H2907","title":"Requiring legislative approval of natural gas compressor stations","description":"Relative to requiring legislative approval of natural gas compressor stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2907","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221315,"bill_number":"H1996","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1996","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221316,"bill_number":"H3102","title":"Relative to Registry of Motor Vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize a third-party audit of the database of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3102","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1221317,"bill_number":"H3288","title":"Relative to prohibit sex offenders from entering on to public or private school property for any reason","description":"Relative to prohibiting sex offenders from entering public or private school property for any reason. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3288","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221319,"bill_number":"H2337","title":"Relative to Executive Office of Public Safety and Security dispatchers","description":"Relative to the retirement group of Executive Office of Public Safety and Security dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2337","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221320,"bill_number":"H2717","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4239","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2717","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1221321,"bill_number":"H2426","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2426","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221322,"bill_number":"H2566","title":"Promoting Massachusetts film production","description":"Relative to motion pictures filmed in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2566","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221323,"bill_number":"H2943","title":"Resolve to evaluate existing funding for the promotion of, and workforce development in, tourism, arts and culture","description":"Relative to the Commonwealth’s funding of programs for the promotion of tourism, arts and culture, and for workforce development related to the hospitality and creative industries. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2943","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1221324,"bill_number":"H2765","title":"To eliminate contingency fee auditors","description":"For legislation to eliminate contingency fee auditors. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2765","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221325,"bill_number":"H3415","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3415","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1221327,"bill_number":"H3039","title":"To promote transportation demand management","description":"Relative to local community master plan transportation demand management. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3039","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221328,"bill_number":"H3401","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3401","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221329,"bill_number":"H2982","title":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations","description":"Relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2982","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1221330,"bill_number":"H3274","title":"Relative to access to justice","description":"Relative to interviews or questioning conducted for immigration investigations or enforcement purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3274","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221331,"bill_number":"H1979","title":"Relative to equitable board representation","description":"Relative to the membership of the Board of Registration in Nursing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1979","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1221332,"bill_number":"H2836","title":"Re-powering Massachusetts with 100 percent renewable energy","description":"Relative to renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2836","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221333,"bill_number":"H2386","title":"Relative to veterans retirement and pensions","description":"Relative public employee retirement and pensions for certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2386","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1221334,"bill_number":"H3187","title":"Relative to electric vehicles","description":"Relative to operation of electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3187","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1221335,"bill_number":"H1980","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"Relative to HIV antibody or antigen testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1980","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1221336,"bill_number":"H3400","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3400","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221337,"bill_number":"H2837","title":"To increase recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require deposits on certain non-carbonated beverage containers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2837","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221339,"bill_number":"H3366","title":"To protect against deep fakes used to facilitate criminal or torturous conduct","description":"Relative to the use of certain audiovisual records that have been created or altered to facilitate criminal or torturous conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3366","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221340,"bill_number":"H1963","title":"Providing access to patient protection services for MassHealth consumers","description":"Relative to providing access to patient protection services for all residents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1963","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221341,"bill_number":"H2729","title":"Relative to the online posting of CMRs","description":"For legislation to require executive agencies to post relevant Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) on agency websites. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2729","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221342,"bill_number":"H1964","title":"Relative to defining surgery","description":"For legislation to further define the term “surgery”. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1964","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1221343,"bill_number":"H1997","title":"Enhancing podiatric profession's registration and oversight","description":"Relative to the board of registration in podiatry within the board of registration in medicine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1997","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221344,"bill_number":"H3285","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3285","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221345,"bill_number":"H2960","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2960","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221347,"bill_number":"H2557","title":"Relative to income tax rates","description":"Relative to the Part B taxable income rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2557","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221348,"bill_number":"H2923","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2923","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221349,"bill_number":"H2979","title":"Relative to electronic license plates","description":"Relative to the issuance of electronic license plates by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2979","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221350,"bill_number":"H2657","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2657","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1221351,"bill_number":"H2550","title":"Relieving mortgage debt","description":"Relative to treatment of debt on principal residences for tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2550","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221352,"bill_number":"H2190","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2190","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221353,"bill_number":"H3443","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 foreclosures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3443","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221354,"bill_number":"H2201","title":"Clarifying the application of judicial retirement law","description":"Relative to clarifying the application of judicial retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4212","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2201","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221355,"bill_number":"H2866","title":"Relative to net metering for on-site renewable energy facilities","description":"Relative to net metering for on-site renewable energy facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2866","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221356,"bill_number":"H2632","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2632","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1221357,"bill_number":"H3131","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3131","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221358,"bill_number":"H3180","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3180","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221359,"bill_number":"H2121","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2121","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1221360,"bill_number":"H2334","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2334","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221361,"bill_number":"H2693","title":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects","description":"Relative to the participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4239","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2693","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1221362,"bill_number":"H3077","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. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-05-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3077","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221364,"bill_number":"H2008","title":"To expand the CARE Act to include same day surgical facilities","description":"Relative to healthcare facilities focused on providing same day surgical care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2008","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1221365,"bill_number":"H3304","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 all correctional and other penal institutions in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3304","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221366,"bill_number":"H2217","title":"Relative to public safety personnel","description":"Relative to post-retirement earnings for certain public safety retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2217","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221368,"bill_number":"H2755","title":"Eliminate the MGL30B exemption for solid waste, recycling, etc","description":"For legislation to remove certain uniform procurement law solid waste and recycling exemptions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. (Corrected 12/3/19)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2755","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1221369,"bill_number":"H3194","title":"Resolutions urging the Congress of the United States to update the Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 and remove excessive training requirements mandated for obtaining a waiver to prescribe buprenorphine","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and others for the adoption of resolutions by the General Court memorializing the Congress of the United States to update the Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 and remove excessive training requirements mandated for obtaining a waiver to prescribe buprenorphine. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolutions reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3194","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221370,"bill_number":"H2156","title":"Relative to the health and welfare of the University of Massachusetts police","description":"Relative to retirement and disability benefits of University of Massachusetts police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2156","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221372,"bill_number":"H2331","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2331","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221373,"bill_number":"H2727","title":"To establish the public innovation loan project trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a public innovation loan project trust fund within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance for innovative projects that improve public municipal or state departments. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2727","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221374,"bill_number":"H1937","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1937","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1221375,"bill_number":"H2222","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits for certain surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2222","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221376,"bill_number":"H2206","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2206","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221377,"bill_number":"H3397","title":"To streamline housing production through abutter appeals reform","description":"Relative to judicial review for persons aggrieved by decisions of boards of appeals or special permit granting authorities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3397","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1221378,"bill_number":"H2952","title":"Relative to investments in tourism and visitation marketing and promotion","description":"Relative to investments in tourism and visitation marketing and promotion. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2952","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221379,"bill_number":"H3038","title":"Relative to the transportation impacts of new developments","description":"Relative to transportation management of certain developments. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3038","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221380,"bill_number":"H2230","title":"Relative to benefits for Bridgewater State University police officers","description":"Relative to benefits for Bridgewater State University police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2230","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1221381,"bill_number":"H2929","title":"Requiring gas or electric companies to notify residential customers prior to discontinuing gas or electric service","description":"Relative to requiring gas or electric companies to notify residential customers prior to discontinuing gas or electric service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2929","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1221382,"bill_number":"H3460","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3460","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221383,"bill_number":"H2213","title":"Relative to post-retirement earnings of public retirees","description":"Relative to post-retirement earnings of public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2213","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221384,"bill_number":"H2406","title":"Relating to guardians of surviving children of emergency first responders","description":"For legislation to authorize the abatement of certain real estate taxes for surviving spouses or guardians of children of emergency first responders or corrections officers killed in the line of duty. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2406","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1221385,"bill_number":"H2290","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2290","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221386,"bill_number":"H2691","title":"Prohibiting certain business dealings with agents of foreign adversaries by the Commonwealth and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to prohibiting certain business dealings with agents of foreign adversaries by the Commonwealth and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2691","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221387,"bill_number":"H2545","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2545","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221388,"bill_number":"H3196","title":"Providing for timely reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans’ benefits","description":"Relative to the reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans' benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3196","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1221389,"bill_number":"H2507","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2507","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221391,"bill_number":"H2722","title":"Relative to prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations","description":"Relative to the reasons for debarment from the consolidated list of contractors for public contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2722","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221392,"bill_number":"H2884","title":"Relative to promoting energy storage in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2884","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1221393,"bill_number":"H2618","title":"Relative to commuter transit benefits","description":"Relative to commuter transit tax benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2618","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221394,"bill_number":"H1902","title":"Regulating flavored tobacco products","description":"Relative to the sale or distribution of flavored tobacco products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4089","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1902","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1221395,"bill_number":"H2343","title":"Relative to ensure fairness 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2343","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1221396,"bill_number":"H2352","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2352","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1221397,"bill_number":"H1859","title":"Relative to the presence of chaperones","description":"Relative to the presence of chaperones during certain medical examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1859","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221398,"bill_number":"H2651","title":"Relative to the taxation of cider","description":"Relative to the taxation of cider. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2651","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221399,"bill_number":"H2380","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2380","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221400,"bill_number":"H3046","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2998","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3046","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221401,"bill_number":"H2672","title":"Establishing a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution","description":"Relative to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2672","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1221402,"bill_number":"H2338","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2338","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221403,"bill_number":"H2640","title":"Relative to the establishment of a home improvement local property tax exemption for seniors","description":"Relative to the establishment of a home improvement local property tax exemption for certain elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2640","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1221404,"bill_number":"H2304","title":"Relative to the 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2304","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221405,"bill_number":"H3150","title":"Relative to wrong-way driving","description":"Relative to the prevention of wrong-way driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3150","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221410,"bill_number":"H2911","title":"Relative to tow lien reform","description":"Relative to tow lien reform. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2911","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1221411,"bill_number":"H1857","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"Relative to volunteer ambulance services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1857","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1221412,"bill_number":"H3267","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3267","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221413,"bill_number":"H3353","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3353","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221414,"bill_number":"H2661","title":"Creating a legislative research bureau","description":"For legislation to create a legislative research bureau within the General Court. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2661","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221416,"bill_number":"H3227","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3227","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221417,"bill_number":"H2038","title":"Establishing a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County","description":"Relative to establishing a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4436","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2038","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1221418,"bill_number":"H2779","title":"Relating to access to public records","description":"Relative to access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2779","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221419,"bill_number":"H1928","title":"Relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements","description":"Relative to public health dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1928","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221420,"bill_number":"H3113","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3113","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221421,"bill_number":"H2684","title":"Reducing filing fees for single member LLCs","description":"Relative to filing fees for limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2684","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221422,"bill_number":"H2462","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Maritime Commercial Development tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish maritime commercial development tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2462","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1221423,"bill_number":"H3302","title":"Relative to abuse prevention","description":"Relative to information provided to victims of abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3302","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221424,"bill_number":"H2278","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to the residency requirements of fire and police personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2278","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221425,"bill_number":"H3389","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"Relative to engaging in high speed chases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3389","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221426,"bill_number":"H3110","title":"Special act funding a study of passenger service on the Housatonic rail line","description":"By Mr. Pignatelli of Lee (by request), a petition of Karen Christensen that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation convene a working group on the benefits of passenger rail service between the city of Pittsfield and New York City using the Housatonic rail line. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3110","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1221427,"bill_number":"H3262","title":"Relative to witness fees for retired police officers","description":"Relative to witness fees for retired police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3262","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221428,"bill_number":"H3442","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3442","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221429,"bill_number":"H2711","title":"To ensure gender parity on public boards and commissions","description":"Relative to gender parity on public boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4153","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2711","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221430,"bill_number":"H1873","title":"Relative to safety in youth athletics","description":"For legislation to include physical therapist in interscholastic athletic head injury safety training programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1873","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221431,"bill_number":"H3220","title":"To establish a commission to report on the people's budget","description":"By Mr. Livingstone of Boston, a petition of Jay D. Livingstone and others for adoption of resolutions memorializing the Massachusetts congressional delegation and the President of the United States to support the people's budget, and for an investigation by a commission (including members of the General Court) on the impact that passage of the people’s budget. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3220","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221432,"bill_number":"H2704","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2704","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221433,"bill_number":"H2772","title":"To promote cost savings through the use of public water","description":"Relative to the use of state funds to purchase single-use plastic bottles. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2772","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1221434,"bill_number":"H3379","title":"Reducing recidivism and promoting family relationships during incarceration","description":"Relative to promoting family relationships during incarceration by providing for training for correctional officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3379","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221435,"bill_number":"H3405","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3405","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1221436,"bill_number":"H3223","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3223","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221438,"bill_number":"H3371","title":"To clarify the jurisdiction of law enforcement officials on immigration issues","description":"Relative to the jurisdiction of law enforcement officials on immigration issues. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3371","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221439,"bill_number":"H3231","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3231","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221440,"bill_number":"H3315","title":"Regarding district court jurisdiction of threats to use deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury or substantial property damage","description":"Relative to district court jurisdiction of threats to use deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury or substantial property damage. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3315","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221441,"bill_number":"H2183","title":"Relative to attorneys at the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to place attorneys in the Department of Children and Families in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2183","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221442,"bill_number":"H3268","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3268","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221443,"bill_number":"H1938","title":"Relative to improving the outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to adherence to nationally recognized emergency cardiovascular care guidelines to improving the outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1938","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1221445,"bill_number":"H2451","title":"Relative to chapter land applications","description":"Relative to application dates for property valuations for agricultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2451","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221446,"bill_number":"H2582","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2582","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221447,"bill_number":"H3327","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3327","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221448,"bill_number":"H2134","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2134","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":1221449,"bill_number":"H2843","title":"Removing barriers to solar for low-income communities","description":"For legislation to further regulate solar incentive programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2843","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221450,"bill_number":"H3244","title":"Authorizing Veterans' Administration patients to ride the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority without cost","description":"Relative to authorizing Veterans' Administration patients to ride the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority without cost. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3244","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221451,"bill_number":"H3386","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3386","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221452,"bill_number":"H2703","title":"To establish Uncle Sam day","description":"Relative to the annual observance of Uncle Sam day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2703","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221453,"bill_number":"H2413","title":"To protect historic buildings from fires","description":"For legislation to establish an historic building fire prevention tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2413","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221454,"bill_number":"H2519","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"Relative to the calculation of the corporate excise tax net worth of certain business corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2519","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221455,"bill_number":"H2949","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2949","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221456,"bill_number":"H1846","title":"Creating a commission to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4558","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1846","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221457,"bill_number":"H1955","title":"Improving Hepatitis C screening","description":"Relative to improving Hepatitis C screening. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1955","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221458,"bill_number":"H2925","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2925","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221459,"bill_number":"H3155","title":"Relative to amateur radio operator license plates","description":"By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue amateur radio operator license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3155","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221460,"bill_number":"H2356","title":"Authorizing the town of Norwood to continue the employment of police chief William G. Brooks, III","description":"That the town of Norwood be authorized to continue the employment of police chief William G. Brooks, III. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2356","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221462,"bill_number":"H3179","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3149","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3179","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1221463,"bill_number":"H2818","title":"Relative to consumer choice","description":"Relative to electric utility consumer choice. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5033","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2818","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221464,"bill_number":"H3382","title":"Relative to beneficiary deeds","description":"Relative to beneficiary deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3382","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221465,"bill_number":"H2182","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2182","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221466,"bill_number":"H2885","title":"Establishing a commission to study the environmental and health effects of evolving 5G technology","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the environmental and health effects of evolving 5G technology. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2885","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221467,"bill_number":"H2747","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2747","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221468,"bill_number":"H2939","title":"Providing for the board of library commissioners","description":"For legislation to expend capital funds for certain approved public library projects. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2939","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221469,"bill_number":"H2272","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2272","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1221470,"bill_number":"H2307","title":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification","description":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2307","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221471,"bill_number":"H2188","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2188","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221472,"bill_number":"H2215","title":"Relative to GIC dental and vision benefits for municipal employees","description":"Relative to Group Insurance Commission dental and vision benefits for municipal employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2215","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221473,"bill_number":"H1922","title":"Relative to death certificates","description":"Relative to death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1922","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221474,"bill_number":"H3236","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3236","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221475,"bill_number":"H2419","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2419","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221476,"bill_number":"H2652","title":"Allowing for a tax credit for rent paid on the personal residence of the taxpayer","description":"For legislation to authorize tax credits for rent paid on personal residences of taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2652","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221478,"bill_number":"H3232","title":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3232","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221479,"bill_number":"H1933","title":"To improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs","description":"For legislation to improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1933","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1221480,"bill_number":"H3378","title":"Providing easier and greater access to record sealing","description":"Relative to the sealing of and access to sealed court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3378","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221482,"bill_number":"H2430","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2430","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221483,"bill_number":"H2935","title":"Establishing a design certification program for cultural facilities and programming","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Cultural Council to establish a design certification program for cultural facilities. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2935","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1221484,"bill_number":"H3140","title":"Relative to antique motor vehicle inspections","description":"Relative to exempting certain antique cars from the annual vehicle safety inspection program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3140","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221485,"bill_number":"H2569","title":"Relative to condominiums","description":"Relative to the taxation of condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2569","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1221486,"bill_number":"H1949","title":"To reduce racial disparities in maternal health","description":"For legislation create a special commission relative to reducing racial disparities in maternal death within the office of health equity within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4448","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1949","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221487,"bill_number":"H2498","title":"Relative to improving the efficiency of the state low income housing tax credit","description":"Relative to the low income housing tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2498","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221488,"bill_number":"H2284","title":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers","description":"Relative to cancer presumption for police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2284","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1221489,"bill_number":"H2433","title":"Relative to the electronic deposit of tax refunds","description":"Relative to the electronic deposit of tax refunds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2433","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221491,"bill_number":"H3145","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 House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3145","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221492,"bill_number":"H3454","title":"Relative to the collection and transmission of certain traffic and pedestrian stop data","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3454","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221493,"bill_number":"H3000","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3000","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221494,"bill_number":"H3496","title":"To improve breastfeeding care","description":"Relative to the practice of lactation care and services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3496","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221495,"bill_number":"H2912","title":"Relative to reduce administrative burden for government and industry","description":"Relative to the reporting requirements of persons engaged in the towing away of motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2912","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221496,"bill_number":"H2558","title":"Relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2619","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2558","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221497,"bill_number":"H1975","title":"Relative to the continuous skilled nursing program in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the continuous skilled nursing program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1896","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1975","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221498,"bill_number":"H3164","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3164","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1221499,"bill_number":"H2857","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2857","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221501,"bill_number":"H2597","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2597","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221502,"bill_number":"H3474","title":"Relative to health care proxies","description":"Relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3474","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221503,"bill_number":"H1904","title":"Relative to marriage and family therapists, rehabilitation counselors, mental health counselors, educational psychologists, applied behavior analysts; licenses; qualifications","description":"Relative to the issuance of licenses to applicants for marriage and family therapist, rehabilitation counselors and mental health counselors. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1904","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1221504,"bill_number":"H3226","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3226","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1221505,"bill_number":"H2849","title":"For utility transition to using renewable energy (FUTURE)","description":"For legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing energy use, increasing efficiency and encouraging renewable sources of energy and other energy policies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2849","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1221506,"bill_number":"H3214","title":"Relative to veterans with post-traumatic stress","description":"For legislation to include veterans with post-traumatic stress in eligibility for certain pre-trial diversion programs. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3214","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221507,"bill_number":"H3321","title":"Amending spousal support payments","description":"Relative to spousal support payments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3321","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1221508,"bill_number":"H3314","title":"Relative to victims rights","description":"Relative to victims rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3314","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221509,"bill_number":"H2816","title":"To promote offshore wind development","description":"Relative to offshore wind development. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2816","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221511,"bill_number":"H2942","title":"Establishing the Representative Chris Walsh 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2942","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1221512,"bill_number":"H2347","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2347","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221513,"bill_number":"H2289","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2289","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1221514,"bill_number":"H2425","title":"Addressing international real estate speculation","description":"Relative to the imposition of a fee on the purchase price upon the transfer of real property interest to alien purchasers in certain real property transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2425","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1221515,"bill_number":"H1960","title":"Protecting youth from second hand smoke","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in all enclosed areas of multi-unit residences. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1960","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221516,"bill_number":"H3336","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3336","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221521,"bill_number":"H2887","title":"Relative to home energy efficiency","description":"Relative to an energy assessment and a residential energy performance label system for use by sellers of residential dwellings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2887","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221522,"bill_number":"H1931","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4641","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1931","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221523,"bill_number":"H3233","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3233","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221524,"bill_number":"H3341","title":"Protecting children from domestic violence","description":"Relative to the penalties for assault or an assault and battery within a dwelling and in the presence of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3341","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221525,"bill_number":"H3246","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3246","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221527,"bill_number":"H2928","title":"Relieving the adverse effects of wind energy","description":"For legislation to provide compensation to certain citizens, businesses, and municipalities adversely affected by the operation of wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2928","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221528,"bill_number":"H2447","title":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property","description":"Relative to fines on certain commercial and revenue property by boards of assessors. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2447","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1221529,"bill_number":"H2815","title":"Relative to improving public safety in excavation","description":"Relative to improving public safety in excavation and \"dig safe\" training. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2815","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221530,"bill_number":"H2069","title":"To establish the Massachusetts prisoner bone marrow donation program","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts prisoner bone marrow donation program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2069","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221531,"bill_number":"H3064","title":"Relative to certain motorcycle travel","description":"For legislation to authorize motorcyclists to travel in the breakdown lanes during periods of heavy traffic. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3064","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1221532,"bill_number":"H2140","title":"To provide for mental wellness training for police officers","description":"Relative to the training of law enforcement officers in the Commonwealth on mental wellness and suicide prevention. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2140","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221533,"bill_number":"H2709","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2709","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221534,"bill_number":"H2881","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2881","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221535,"bill_number":"H1953","title":"Relative to HIV routine screening and care","description":"Relative to HIV routine screening and care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1953","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221536,"bill_number":"H2061","title":"Permitting the manufacture and sale of sling shots","description":"Relative to permitting the manufacture and sale of sling shots. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2061","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1221537,"bill_number":"H3124","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3124","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221538,"bill_number":"H2736","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2736","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221539,"bill_number":"H2760","title":"Relative to the use of force accounts","description":"Relative to the penalties imposed for failure to provide complete information in public bids and offers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5055","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2760","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1221540,"bill_number":"H3074","title":"Improving the accessibility of certain Massport environmental data relative to East Boston","description":"Relativerelative to the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3074","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221541,"bill_number":"H3204","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3204","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221542,"bill_number":"H2077","title":"Relative to the transportation of illegal firearms","description":"Relative to the transportation of illegal firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2077","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1221543,"bill_number":"H1868","title":"To remove the restrictions on the licenses of CRNAs","description":"Relative to restrictions on the licenses of certified registered nurse anesthetists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1868","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1221544,"bill_number":"H2255","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2255","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1221547,"bill_number":"H3293","title":"Modernizing notary services","description":"Relative to regulating notarization to allow for electronic notaries. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3293","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221548,"bill_number":"H3273","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3273","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221549,"bill_number":"H3340","title":"Establishing mandatory post release supervision in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mandatory post incarceration release supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3340","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221550,"bill_number":"H3357","title":"Relative to board of bar overseers annual registration fees","description":"Relative to board of bar overseers annual registration fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3357","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221551,"bill_number":"H1956","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1956","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221552,"bill_number":"H2537","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2537","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221553,"bill_number":"H3228","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3228","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221554,"bill_number":"H3221","title":"Preparing Massachusetts family first prevention services","description":"Relative to funding opportunities offered by the federal Family First Prevention Services Act. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4687","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3221","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221555,"bill_number":"H3316","title":"Relative to the punishment of the crimes of photographing, videotaping, or electronically surveilling nude or partially nude persons, or the sexual or intimate parts of a person under or around the person’s clothing","description":"Relative to the penalty for the photographing or visual recording of nude or partially nude persons or under or around the certain clothing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3316","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221557,"bill_number":"H2683","title":"Relative to honoring the founding of the United States Army, the United States Air Force, and the National Guard","description":"Relative to honoring the founding of the United States Army, the United States Air Force and the National Guard. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2683","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221558,"bill_number":"H3303","title":"To establish the Massachusetts innocence commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts innocence commission. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3303","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221559,"bill_number":"H2171","title":"Relative to county retirement systems","description":"Relative to county retirement systems and establishing the Massachusetts economically targeted investment authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2171","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221560,"bill_number":"H2148","title":"Requiring human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers","description":"Relative to requiring human trafficking recognition training for certain hospitality workers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4437","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2148","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1221561,"bill_number":"H3118","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"For legislation to reduce traffic fatalities by reducing crashes and incidents involving a motor vehicle and certain vulnerable users. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3092","last_action_date":"2019-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3118","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221562,"bill_number":"H3456","title":"To ensure right to counsel in eviction proceedings","description":"Relative to eviction proceedings and the creation of a public task force to develop a right to counsel in said proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3456","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221563,"bill_number":"H2146","title":"Resolve providing for a “Special Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training” to study and make recommendations concerning the implementation of a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) system","description":"Relative to police officer standards and training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2146","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221564,"bill_number":"H2864","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2864","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1221565,"bill_number":"H2135","title":"Relative to kayak safety","description":"Relative to kayak safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2135","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221566,"bill_number":"H2154","title":"Relative to unloaded rifles or shotguns","description":"For legislation to further regulate the carrying of unloaded rifles or shotguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2154","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1221567,"bill_number":"H3174","title":"Exempting certain elderly persons from paying tolls","description":"By Ms. Vincent of Revere, a petition of RoseLee Vincent and Joseph A. Boncore 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3174","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1221569,"bill_number":"H2010","title":"Modernizing childhood lead poisoning prevention","description":"Relative to childhood lead poisoning prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2010","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1221570,"bill_number":"H3195","title":"Relative to life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"Relative to reimbursement for life insurance for members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3195","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221571,"bill_number":"H2323","title":"Establishing fairness in GIC premium contributions","description":"Relative to Group Insurance Commission premium contributions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2323","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221572,"bill_number":"H2035","title":"Abolishing arbitrary limits on prisoner visitation","description":"Relative to abolishing arbitrary limits on prisoner visitation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2035","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1221573,"bill_number":"H2139","title":"Relative to criminal justice training regarding autistic persons","description":"Relative to the training of law enforcement officers and correction officers for interactions with persons on the autism spectrum. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2139","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221574,"bill_number":"H3157","title":"Relative to maximizing resources for transportation","description":"Relative to the transfer of funds in the Commonwealth Transportation Fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3157","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221575,"bill_number":"H3343","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3343","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221576,"bill_number":"H3208","title":"Resolutions for a United States constitutional amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention","description":"By Messrs. Gentile of Sudbury and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, David T. Vieira and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to call for a convention to propose amendments in order to address concerns about the integrity of our elections and the ability of the people to participate in effective self-government. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolutions reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3208","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221577,"bill_number":"H3426","title":"Relative to the uniform probate code","description":"Relative to the uniform probate code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3426","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221579,"bill_number":"H3466","title":"Relative to the protection of public safety officers","description":"For legislation to establish a criminal penalty for possession of a handcuff key by certain persons held in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3466","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221580,"bill_number":"H2474","title":"Relative to an income tax exemption for survivors of terrorism who have lost one or more limbs","description":"Relative to income tax exemptions for certain survivors of acts of terrorism. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2474","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221581,"bill_number":"H3103","title":"Establishing a study to modernize road repair","description":"Relative to establishing a study to modernize road repair. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3103","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1221582,"bill_number":"H3476","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3476","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221583,"bill_number":"H2202","title":"Relative to the divestment of state pension funds from nuclear weapons","description":"Relative to the divestment of state pension funds from nuclear weapons. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2202","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1221585,"bill_number":"H2799","title":"Resolve providing for the erection in the house chamber of a memorial containing the text of the address which Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. delivered to a joint convention of the 2 branches of the General Court on April 22, 1965","description":"By Mr. Williams of Springfield, a petition of Bud L. Williams and others providing that the superintendent of the Bureau of State Office Buildings be authorized to erect a plaque, in the House Chamber, commemorating a portion of the address Martin Luther King, Jr., gave to a joint convention of the General Court on April 22, 1965. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Resolves of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2799","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1221586,"bill_number":"H1851","title":"To ensure access to necessary hospital services","description":"Relative to hospitals providing cardiac catheterization services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1851","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1221587,"bill_number":"H3495","title":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders","description":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3495","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1221588,"bill_number":"H3073","title":"Relative to micro-mobility and motorized scooters","description":"Relative to the safe operation of personal micro-mobility devices and motorized scooters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3073","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221590,"bill_number":"H3210","title":"Relative to burial expenses for veterans","description":"Relative to burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3210","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1221591,"bill_number":"H3203","title":"Relative to assisting veterans in need","description":"Relative to allowable uses of veterans assistance funds in cities and towns. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3203","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221592,"bill_number":"H2585","title":"To support on-farm machinery maintenance","description":"Relative to the taxation of tools and machinery utilized in the repair of on-farm machinery. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2585","sponsor":"Norman Orrall"},
{"bill_id":1221593,"bill_number":"H2106","title":"Promoting police and youth partnership","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2106","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221594,"bill_number":"H3269","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3269","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1221595,"bill_number":"H2315","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2315","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221596,"bill_number":"H2619","title":"Clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2619","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221597,"bill_number":"H3240","title":"Resolutions relative to the prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"Relative to the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5006","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3240","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1221598,"bill_number":"H2745","title":"Identifying corporate irresponsibility","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark and others that the Executive Office for Administration and Finance conduct a study to determine the annual cost of the use of state and federal social benefits by employees of large employers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2745","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221599,"bill_number":"H2739","title":"Designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2739","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221600,"bill_number":"H2410","title":"Encouraging employer student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to establish an employer student loan repayment tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2410","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1221601,"bill_number":"H3373","title":"Relative to the just cause eviction of elderly lessees","description":"Relative to the just cause eviction of elderly lessees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3373","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221602,"bill_number":"H1866","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"Relative to the administration of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1866","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221603,"bill_number":"H3345","title":"Relative to school and public threats","description":"Relative to the penalties for knowingly communicating false reports of active shooting incidents at schools. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3345","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221604,"bill_number":"H2978","title":"Relative to a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2978","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221605,"bill_number":"H2867","title":"Relative to the continued enhancement of the offshore wind industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to further regulating the offshore wind industry. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4554","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2867","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221606,"bill_number":"H2861","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2861","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1221607,"bill_number":"H2490","title":"Simplifying the tax treatment of individual retirement accounts","description":"Relative to the tax treatment of individual retirement accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2490","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221610,"bill_number":"H2927","title":"Protecting consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of internet service","description":"Relative to protecting consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of internet service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2927","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1221612,"bill_number":"H2000","title":"Relative to the practice of medicine","description":"Relative to rules and regulations adopted by the Board of Registration in Medicine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2000","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221613,"bill_number":"H2690","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2690","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221614,"bill_number":"H2938","title":"Relative to the cultural council grant provision requirements","description":"Relative to grant requirements by the cultural council. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5110","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2938","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221615,"bill_number":"H2686","title":"Establishing gender neutral bathrooms","description":"Relative to the promulgation of State Building Code regulations to allow for gender neutral bathrooms. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2686","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1221616,"bill_number":"H3096","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts law enforcement support license plate","description":"For legislation to authorize a Massachusetts law enforcement support license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3096","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221617,"bill_number":"H2270","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2270","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1221618,"bill_number":"H2032","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in all residential, governmental and commercial structures","description":"For legislation requiring carbon monoxide alarms in all residential, governmental and commercial structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2032","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1221619,"bill_number":"H1941","title":"Establishing a commission on quality patient outcomes and professional nursing practice","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) on quality patient outcomes and professional nursing practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1941","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221620,"bill_number":"H2296","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2296","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221621,"bill_number":"H2095","title":"To close the large capacity magazine loophole","description":"Relative to the sale, transfer, or possession of large capacity ammunition gun feeding devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2095","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1221622,"bill_number":"H1945","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"Relative to the services provided by dental hygenists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1945","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221623,"bill_number":"H2931","title":"Relative to procurement services for artists","description":"Relative to procurement services for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 2, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2931","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1221625,"bill_number":"H2265","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2265","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1221626,"bill_number":"H3393","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3393","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221627,"bill_number":"H3387","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3387","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1221629,"bill_number":"H2476","title":"To provide an income tax exemption for certain individuals caring for their elderly relatives","description":"Relativerelatives at home. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2476","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221630,"bill_number":"H2086","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2086","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1221631,"bill_number":"H2421","title":"Relative to taxes due upon the death of active duty personnel and the elderly","description":"Relative to taxes due upon the death of active duty personnel and the elderly. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2421","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1221632,"bill_number":"H2565","title":"Allowing for additional payment options 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2565","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221633,"bill_number":"H2654","title":"To minimize youth vaping and support addiction prevention services","description":"For legislation to authorize an excise tax on all electronic smoking devices or tobacco products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2654","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1221634,"bill_number":"H2328","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2328","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1221635,"bill_number":"H2525","title":"Repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2525","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1221636,"bill_number":"H3430","title":"Providing visitation rights for great-grandparents","description":"For legislation to provide visitation rights for great grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3430","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221637,"bill_number":"H2579","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2579","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221638,"bill_number":"H2869","title":"Relative to a clean transportation future","description":"Relative to promoting zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2869","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1221640,"bill_number":"H2390","title":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land","description":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2631","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2390","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221641,"bill_number":"H2377","title":"Protecting veterans’ preference in hiring practices","description":"Relative to veterans’ preference hiring practices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2377","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221642,"bill_number":"H2174","title":"Relative to municipal police officer disability benefits","description":"Relative to municipal police officer disability benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2174","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221643,"bill_number":"H2158","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2158","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221644,"bill_number":"H3188","title":"Relative to the study of traffic on route one","description":"Relative to traffic patterns as a result of the state Route 1 jughandle, so-called, in the city of Peabody. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3188","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1221645,"bill_number":"H3250","title":"Relative to expunged records","description":"Relative to certain expunged records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4604","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3250","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221646,"bill_number":"H2718","title":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects","description":"Relative to Commonwealth building projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5106","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2718","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1221647,"bill_number":"H3478","title":"Increasing penalties for restraining order violations","description":"Relative to increasing penalties for restraining order violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3478","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1221649,"bill_number":"H2921","title":"Relative to providing for net neutrality and consumer protection","description":"For legislation to provide for net neutrality and consumer protection. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2921","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221650,"bill_number":"H2692","title":"Relative to cybersecurity standards in government procurements","description":"Relative to cybersecurity standards in state contracts or procurements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2692","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221651,"bill_number":"H2335","title":"Creating the office of senior justice in the judicial branch","description":"Relative to the retirement earnings and benefits of certain senior justices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2335","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221652,"bill_number":"H3445","title":"Relative to caregiver authorization affidavits","description":"Relative to caregiver authorization affidavits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3445","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221653,"bill_number":"H2777","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2777","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221654,"bill_number":"H3030","title":"To prevent jaywalking","description":"For legislation to establish local option jaywalking law. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4181","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3030","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221655,"bill_number":"H2159","title":"Granting 10 years of 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2159","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1221656,"bill_number":"H1881","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1881","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1221657,"bill_number":"H2964","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2964","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221658,"bill_number":"H2364","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2364","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221659,"bill_number":"H1983","title":"Protecting public health from improperly disposed hypodermic needles","description":"Relative to protecting the public health from improperly disposed of hypodermic needles. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1983","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1221660,"bill_number":"H2336","title":"Further improving the operations of regional retirement systems","description":"Relative to the operations of regional retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2336","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1221661,"bill_number":"H2969","title":"Relating to unpaid fines for illegal construction work","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to suspend drivers' licenses due to certain unpaid fines for illegal construction work or other violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2969","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1221662,"bill_number":"H3365","title":"To address gender based price discrimination","description":"Relative to gender-based price discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3365","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221663,"bill_number":"H2081","title":"Relative to firefighter training","description":"Relative to firefighter training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2081","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221664,"bill_number":"H2825","title":"Increasing rooftop solar energy","description":"Relative to increasing rooftop solar energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1957","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2825","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1221665,"bill_number":"H1947","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of sugary drinks","description":"Relative to prohibiting the marketing of sugary drinks on school grounds. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1947","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221667,"bill_number":"H1887","title":"Relative to medical physics","description":"Relative to the regulation of the practice of medical physics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1887","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1221668,"bill_number":"H2738","title":"Providing federal and state budget information to residents of the commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis and others that the State Treasurer annually mail to resident taxpayers of the Commonwealth information on the federal and state budgets. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2738","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1221669,"bill_number":"H2444","title":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills","description":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2444","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221671,"bill_number":"H2886","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2886","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221672,"bill_number":"H1976","title":"Requiring health care facilities to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"Relative to security risks at health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4689","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1976","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1221673,"bill_number":"H2814","title":"Relative to transmission for offshore wind energy","description":"Relative to reliable and efficient delivery of electric power from offshore wind energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4550","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2814","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1221674,"bill_number":"H3076","title":"Relative to congestion in East Boston","description":"Relative to congestion in the East Boston section of the city of Boston at the Sumner and Ted Williams tunnels and along the Route 1A corridor. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3076","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221675,"bill_number":"H3328","title":"Relative to great-grandparent visitation rights","description":"Relative to great-grandparent visitation rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3328","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1221676,"bill_number":"H3323","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3323","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1221677,"bill_number":"H2427","title":"Relative to fuel cell technology","description":"Relative to fuel cell technology. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4471","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2427","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221678,"bill_number":"H3483","title":"Relative to athletic training","description":"Relative to athletic trainers and athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3483","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221679,"bill_number":"H1924","title":"Relative to the treatment of glaucoma","description":"Relative to optometrists and treatment of eye disorders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3933","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1924","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1221680,"bill_number":"H3411","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3411","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221681,"bill_number":"H3326","title":"Relative to assistant registers and administrative deputy assistants for the Middlesex Probate and Family Court","description":"Relative to assistant registers and administrative deputy assistants for the Middlesex Probate and Family Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3326","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1221682,"bill_number":"H2916","title":"Affirming that consumers not be forced to pay capital costs of natural gas pipelines","description":"Relative to prohibiting electric customer support for gas pipeline expansions. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2916","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221683,"bill_number":"H2036","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"Relative to providing critical incident intervention services for emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2036","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221684,"bill_number":"H2551","title":"Promoting urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"Relative to the assessed value of real estate in agricultural or horticultural use. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2551","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221686,"bill_number":"H3108","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3108","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221687,"bill_number":"H2796","title":"Creating the John McCain prisoner of war day of remembrance","description":"By Messrs. Velis of Westfield and Vega of Holyoke, a petition of John C. Velis, Aaron Vega and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate March 14th as John McCain prisoner of war day of remembrance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2796","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221688,"bill_number":"H3252","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3252","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221689,"bill_number":"H2958","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2958","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1221690,"bill_number":"H2031","title":"Relative to tiny homes","description":"Relative to establishing requirements and standards for the construction of certain tiny homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1863","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2031","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1221691,"bill_number":"H2879","title":"Regulating the location of pipelines","description":"Relative to regulating the location of fossil fuel transmission pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2879","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221692,"bill_number":"H3171","title":"Relative to civil fine enforcement","description":"Relative to the suspension or revocation of motor vehicle licenses for the failure to pay municipal fines. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3171","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221694,"bill_number":"H1914","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1914","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221695,"bill_number":"H2209","title":"To provide diabetes prevention program benefits","description":"By Mr. Cullinane of Boston, a petition of Daniel R. Cullinane and others that the Group Insurance Commission provide diabetes prevention program benefits to certain active and retired employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1525","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2209","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1221696,"bill_number":"H2753","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2753","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1221697,"bill_number":"H2263","title":"Relative to sick leave buyback","description":"Relative to public employee sick leave buyback. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2263","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221698,"bill_number":"H2688","title":"Relative to government publications","description":"Relative to the literacy level of government publications. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2688","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221699,"bill_number":"H2408","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts rural jobs act","description":"For legislation to attract capital investment to businesses in rural areas. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2408","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1221700,"bill_number":"H2320","title":"Further redefining teacher for retirement purposes","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for certain school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2320","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221701,"bill_number":"H3248","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3248","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221703,"bill_number":"H3152","title":"Relative to automobile technology","description":"For legislation to further regulate technology used in automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3152","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221704,"bill_number":"H3149","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3793","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3149","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221705,"bill_number":"H3444","title":"Increasing the declared homestead exemption","description":"For legislation to increase the declared homestead exemption. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3444","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1221706,"bill_number":"H2742","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in land for the benefit of the State House grounds and property appurtenant thereto","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in land for the benefit of the State House grounds and property appurtenant thereto. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4935","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2742","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221707,"bill_number":"H2882","title":"To promote truth in advertising relative to internet access plans","description":"For legislation to promote truth in advertising relative to the speed of Internet access plans. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2882","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221708,"bill_number":"H3377","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3377","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221710,"bill_number":"H2250","title":"Ensuring investment equality","description":"Relative to the investment of retirement funds in woman-owned businesses and businesses owned by underrepresented people of color. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H44","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2250","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1221711,"bill_number":"H2432","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to study the estate tax","description":"Relative to the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2432","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1221712,"bill_number":"H2625","title":"Relative to the Part B rate","description":"Relative to Part B taxable income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2625","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221713,"bill_number":"H2227","title":"Authorizing the South Shore Charter School to join the State Employees Retirement System","description":"For legislation to authorize employees of the South Shore Charter School to join the state employees retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2227","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1221714,"bill_number":"H3133","title":"Relative to Route 90","description":"Relative to the establishment of an interchange on the Massachusetts Turnpike between the town of Sturbridge and the town of Palmer. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3133","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221715,"bill_number":"H2319","title":"Providing for an early retirement incentive program for employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"Relative to an early retirement incentive program for employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2319","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221716,"bill_number":"H3126","title":"Relative to mobile carrying devices","description":"Relative to the regulation of mobile carrying devices operated on sidewalks and crosswalks and intended primarily for transporting personal property. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3126","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1221717,"bill_number":"H3122","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"Relative to the used vehicle record book. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3122","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221718,"bill_number":"H2694","title":"Resolve establishing a study of public safety & security facilities","description":"By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others for an investigation by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance of the ability to pay for costs associated public safety and security facilities in certain cities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1860","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2694","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1221720,"bill_number":"H2199","title":"Defining person for retirement purposes","description":"For legislation to define the word “person” for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2199","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221721,"bill_number":"H3005","title":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"Relative to motor vehicle safety checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3005","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221722,"bill_number":"H1874","title":"Relative to best management practices for wireless in schools and public institutions of higher education","description":"Relative to the purchase and installation of wireless internet service in schools and public institutions of higher education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1874","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221723,"bill_number":"H1906","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3933","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1906","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221724,"bill_number":"H3486","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the administration of opioid maintenance treatment in the prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3486","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221725,"bill_number":"H3119","title":"Relative to accurate impairment testing","description":"Relative to testing for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3119","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221726,"bill_number":"H2224","title":"Relative to injury disability application for firefighters","description":"Relative to injury disability retirement application for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2224","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221727,"bill_number":"H1905","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1905","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221728,"bill_number":"H3081","title":"Relative to student drivers","description":"Relative to the use of reflective decals to indicate that the driver of a vehicle may be the holder of a junior operator’s license. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3081","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221729,"bill_number":"H2321","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2321","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1221730,"bill_number":"H1939","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1939","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1221731,"bill_number":"H2778","title":"Relative to the technology fund","description":"Relative to deposits of surcharges on fees of registers of deeds and assistant recorders into the Registers Technological Fund. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2778","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1221732,"bill_number":"H2044","title":"Making firearm owners civilly liable for damage caused by lost or stolen firearms","description":"Relative to making firearm owners civilly liable for damage caused by lost or stolen firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2044","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221734,"bill_number":"H2845","title":"To promote gas safety","description":"For legislation to establish within the Department of Public Utilities an energy infrastructure oversight board to promote gas safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4555","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2845","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221736,"bill_number":"H2117","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2117","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221737,"bill_number":"H2351","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2351","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1221738,"bill_number":"H3158","title":"Relative to the study of traffic in East Bridgewater","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study traffic and safety patterns at a certain intersection in the town of East Bridgewater. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3158","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1221740,"bill_number":"H2221","title":"To restore collective bargaining for teachers and other school employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining rights of teachers and other school employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2221","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221741,"bill_number":"H2461","title":"Relative to the fairness of marine vessel reporting and fishermen exemptions","description":"Relative to marine vessel reporting and taxable exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2461","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1221742,"bill_number":"H1853","title":"Relative to fail first and patient safety","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on step therapy protocol to address the impact of step therapy protocols on total medical expenses and health care quality outcomes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4228","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1853","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1221743,"bill_number":"H2997","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2997","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1221744,"bill_number":"H1961","title":"Establishing a physical therapy licensure compact","description":"For legislation to establish a physical therapy licensure compact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1961","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221745,"bill_number":"H2675","title":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts","description":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2675","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221746,"bill_number":"H2138","title":"Expanding professional development for state university and community college campus police officers","description":"Relative to professional development for state university and community college campus police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2138","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221747,"bill_number":"H2123","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2123","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1221748,"bill_number":"H3431","title":"Authorizing sheriffs to impose fees","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier, Susan Williams Gifford and Shaunna L. O'Connell 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3431","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221749,"bill_number":"H1880","title":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists","description":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4443","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1880","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1221750,"bill_number":"H3292","title":"Establishing a commission on electronic notarization","description":"For legislation to establish a commission (including members of the General Court) on electronic notarization. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3292","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1221751,"bill_number":"H2153","title":"Relative to previously licensed gun owners","description":"Relative to previously licensed gun owners. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2153","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1221752,"bill_number":"H2125","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2125","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221753,"bill_number":"H2475","title":"Relative to the 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2475","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221755,"bill_number":"H2262","title":"Exempting Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut","description":"For legislation to exempt Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3703","last_action_date":"2019-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2262","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221756,"bill_number":"H3320","title":"Removing obstacles and expanding access to women's reproductive health","description":"Relative to abortion and removing obstacles and expanding access to women's reproductive health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3320","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221757,"bill_number":"H1861","title":"Relative to truth in advertising","description":"For legislation relative to truth in advertising. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1861","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1221758,"bill_number":"H2340","title":"Relative to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments","description":"Relative to benefits of employees who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2340","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1221759,"bill_number":"H2764","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2764","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1221760,"bill_number":"H2101","title":"Relative to elevator inspections for small towns","description":"Relative to elevator inspections for small towns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2101","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221761,"bill_number":"H2590","title":"To continue tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents","description":"For legislation to continue tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2590","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1221762,"bill_number":"H3280","title":"To enhance driver impairment prevention","description":"Relative to enhanced driver impairment prevention during the incarceration and rehabilitation of drunken drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3280","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221763,"bill_number":"H2005","title":"To prevent gun violence","description":"Relative to screening certain patients for the presence of firearms in the home. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2005","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1221764,"bill_number":"H2993","title":"To increase safety on public ways","description":"Relative to the towing of motor vehicles under operation by incapacitated persons. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2993","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221765,"bill_number":"H2556","title":"Relative to third party payment processors","description":"Relative to the minimum threshold for reporting income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2556","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1221766,"bill_number":"H3075","title":"Relative to congestion relief in East Boston","description":"Relative to a congestion pricing pilot program for the Ted Williams and Sumner Tunnels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3075","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221767,"bill_number":"H3300","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court","description":"Relative to establishing a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3300","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221768,"bill_number":"H2510","title":"Rescinding the effect of IRC 280E on businesses legally selling marijuana","description":"Relative to the taxation of businesses legally selling marijuana. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4472","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2510","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221769,"bill_number":"H2793","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"Relative to state contracting for cleaning, maintenance or security guard services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2793","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221770,"bill_number":"H2467","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2467","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1221771,"bill_number":"H2087","title":"To create uniform standards in use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm","description":"By Ms. Keefe of Worcester, a petition of Mary S. Keefe and others that the Commissioner of Correction establish uniform standards regarding entrance of cell procedures, the use of chemical agents and restraint chairs, and the reporting and transparency of use of force. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2087","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1221773,"bill_number":"H3147","title":"Relative to a license plate replacement program","description":"Relative to a license plate replacement program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3147","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1221774,"bill_number":"H3035","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3035","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1221776,"bill_number":"H3313","title":"Allowing narcotics testing products","description":"Relative to allowing narcotics testing products. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3313","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1221777,"bill_number":"H2207","title":"Relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters","description":"Relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2207","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1221778,"bill_number":"H2248","title":"Relative to disability pensions for violent crimes","description":"Relative to disability pensions for violent crimes committed against certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1531","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2248","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1221779,"bill_number":"H2846","title":"Relative to the safety of teenage drivers","description":"Relative to requiring wireless service providers to offer \"safe driving\" apps that disable texting while driving. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2846","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1221780,"bill_number":"H3191","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Gardner as the Cpl. Lawrence L. Lukasevicius memorial bridge","description":"Relative to designating a certain bridge in the city of Gardner as the Cpl. Lawrence L. Lukasevicius memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 211 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3191","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1221781,"bill_number":"H3065","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Relative to financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3065","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1221782,"bill_number":"H2546","title":"Relative to reducing the income tax to 5%","description":"Relative to reducing the income tax to 5 percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2546","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1221783,"bill_number":"H3029","title":"To ensure all pedestrian safety on traffic islands","description":"Relative to further regulating solicitation from vehicles on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3029","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221784,"bill_number":"H3453","title":"Creating the justice safety valve","description":"Relative to mandatory minimum sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3453","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1221785,"bill_number":"H2878","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2878","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1221786,"bill_number":"H2240","title":"Providing disability benefits for police officers with certain conditions of cancer","description":"Relative to creating a rebuttable presumption of job relatedness for certain public safety personnel suffering from disabling conditions caused by certain cancers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2240","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1221787,"bill_number":"H2420","title":"Restoring the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund","description":"Relative to restoring the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2420","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221788,"bill_number":"H2362","title":"Pertaining to firefighter disability","description":"For legislation to establish the Robert T. Kilduff firefighters cancer network. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2362","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1221789,"bill_number":"H3200","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3200","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1221790,"bill_number":"H3465","title":"Relative to judgment for alimony","description":"Relative to judgment for alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3465","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221791,"bill_number":"H2172","title":"Relative to documentary material or data received by retirement boards","description":"For legislation relative to documentary material or data received by retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2172","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1221792,"bill_number":"H2707","title":"To redefine exclusive contracts to be inclusive to minority goals","description":"By Mr. González of Springfield, a petition of Carlos González and others that certain exclusive contracts be inclusive to minority goals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2707","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1221793,"bill_number":"H3484","title":"Promoting a tobacco free future","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of tobacco to certain persons. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3484","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221795,"bill_number":"H2002","title":"Advancing innovations in digital health technology to improve patient outcomes and the quality of health care delivered in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to digital health technology, patient outcomes and the quality of health care delivered in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2002","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1221796,"bill_number":"H2976","title":"Relative to commercial driver licensing","description":"Relative to languages used for commercial driver licensing tests. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4772","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2976","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1221797,"bill_number":"H3284","title":"Relative to manslaughter by protest","description":"Relative to manslaughter caused by reckless disregard of life while protesting or blocking highways or roadway access. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3284","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":1221798,"bill_number":"H2824","title":"Establishing a residential sustainable energy program","description":"Relative to establishing a residential sustainable energy program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2824","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1221799,"bill_number":"H2933","title":"Relative to raising funds for the Plymouth Massachusetts 400th Anniversary Commission Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Plymouth Massachusetts 400th anniversary commission trust fund. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2933","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221800,"bill_number":"H2804","title":"Relative to energy efficiency","description":"Relative to the use of electric and gas energy efficiency funds allocated for low income residential customers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2804","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221801,"bill_number":"H2007","title":"For no organized head impacts to schoolchildren","description":"For legislation to prevent the practice of tackle football for children in grade seven or under. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2007","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":1221802,"bill_number":"H3498","title":"To modernize standing orders for emergency contraception","description":"Relative to standing orders for emergency contraception. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3498","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1221803,"bill_number":"H3238","title":"Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"Relative to headstones for long-serving or perished members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3238","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1221804,"bill_number":"H3044","title":"To expand veteran license plate eligibility","description":"Relative to the definition of veteran regarding eligibility for distinctive registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3044","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221806,"bill_number":"H2749","title":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell","description":"Relative to the conveyance by the commissioner of Capital Management and Maintenance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Lowell. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4819","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2749","sponsor":"Rady Mom"},
{"bill_id":1221807,"bill_number":"H2496","title":"Relative to privately owned public use airport real estate taxes","description":"Relative to privately owned public use airport real estate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2496","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221808,"bill_number":"H2797","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2797","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1221809,"bill_number":"H2493","title":"Relative to the property tax deferral program","description":"Relative to the property tax deferral program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5128","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2493","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1221810,"bill_number":"H3374","title":"To restore enforcement of civil rights","description":"Relative to the enforcement of civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3374","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221811,"bill_number":"H2637","title":"Relative to the motor vehicle excise tax","description":"Relative to the calculation of the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2637","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221812,"bill_number":"H2552","title":"Establishing local options for generating affordable housing monies","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose local excise taxes on certain property sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2552","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":1221814,"bill_number":"H3276","title":"For providing for the training, continuing training, and education of judges, and other legal hearing officers","description":"Relative to providing for the training, continuing training, and education of judges and other legal hearing officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3276","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1221815,"bill_number":"H2548","title":"Supporting residents and communities in resolving tax debt","description":"Relative to payment agreements for redemption of parcels in tax title. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2548","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1221816,"bill_number":"H2787","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2787","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1221817,"bill_number":"H1993","title":"To prohibit the use of polystyrene foam food containers","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of polystyrene foam food containers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1993","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1221818,"bill_number":"H2203","title":"Increasing the minimum pension for public retirees","description":"Relative to increasing the minimum pension for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2203","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1221819,"bill_number":"H3364","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3364","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1221820,"bill_number":"H2671","title":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities on state contracts","description":"Relative to the employment of persons with disabilities on state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1810","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2671","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1221821,"bill_number":"H2291","title":"To include collaborative employees in group 2 classification","description":"For legislation to include certain collaborative employees in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2291","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1221822,"bill_number":"H3159","title":"Relative to littering out of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to littering out of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3159","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1221823,"bill_number":"H2724","title":"Relative to the state property zoning exemption","description":"Relative to the state property zoning exemption. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2724","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1221824,"bill_number":"H2788","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Peabody","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Peabody. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4219","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2788","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1221825,"bill_number":"H2144","title":"Relative to firearm owners protection","description":"Relative to transporting, shipping, or receiving weapons by non-residents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2144","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1221826,"bill_number":"H2487","title":"Establishing a commission to study the offshore wind investment tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the offshore wind investment tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2487","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1221827,"bill_number":"H2187","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2187","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1221828,"bill_number":"H2497","title":"Increasing the fuel tax by 5 cents per gallon","description":"Relative to increasing the fuel tax by five cents per gallon. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2497","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1221829,"bill_number":"H1844","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1844","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1221830,"bill_number":"H3097","title":"Prohibiting the practice of coal rolling","description":"Relative to the emission of soot, smoke or other particulates by diesel-powered vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3097","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1221831,"bill_number":"H3245","title":"Defining \"Gold Star Families\"","description":"For legislation further defining Gold Star Families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3245","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1222039,"bill_number":"H95","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H95/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H95","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1222041,"bill_number":"H3470","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3470","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1222042,"bill_number":"H2208","title":"Relative to guard point preference for Massachusetts Army and Air National Guard members","description":"Relative to civil service list preference for Massachusetts Army and Air National Guard members. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2208","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1222043,"bill_number":"H1757","title":"Relative to puppy mills","description":"Relative to commercial breeder dog kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1757","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1222045,"bill_number":"H2898","title":"Relative to municipal light commissions","description":"Relative to the appointment of a manager of municipal lighting for municipalities acquiring gas or electric plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2898","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1222047,"bill_number":"H1896","title":"Relative to critical data collection on the medically fragile population","description":"Relative to patients requiring continuous skilled nursing care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1896","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1222048,"bill_number":"H2768","title":"Providing for sustainability and transparency standards by Massachusetts business entities","description":"For legislation to establish a sustainability and transparency standards certification for businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2768","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1222049,"bill_number":"H332","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H332","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1222051,"bill_number":"H2126","title":"Establishing a primary seat belt law","description":"Relative to establishing a primary seat belt law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2126","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1222053,"bill_number":"H1608","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to improve utilization of skilled immigrants in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to promote workforce training, education, and business development of skilled immigrants. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1608","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1222054,"bill_number":"H2971","title":"Concerning photo enforcement of certain traffic violations","description":"Relative to photograph or video enforcement of certain traffic violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2971","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1222055,"bill_number":"H3384","title":"To amend the foreclosure statute to require judicial foreclosure","description":"For legislation to require the judicial review of foreclosures on residential mortgages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3384","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1222057,"bill_number":"H2245","title":"Relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission board","description":"Relative to the membership of the board of the Group Insurance Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2245","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1222058,"bill_number":"H129","title":"Clarifying the definitions of child care centers and school-aged child care programs in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to definitions of child care centers and school-aged child care programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5088","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H129","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1222060,"bill_number":"H3167","title":"Relative to the transportation of swimming pools","description":"Relative to the transportation of swimming pools. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3167","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1222062,"bill_number":"H2723","title":"Relating to fair pay and safe workplaces","description":"For legislation to further regulate state contracts and sub-contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2723","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1222063,"bill_number":"H747","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H747","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1222064,"bill_number":"H484","title":"Relative to empowering Massachusetts students to end sexual violence","description":"For legislation to authorize a consent program to prevent and reduce the incidence of sexual assault. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H410","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H484","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1222066,"bill_number":"H3469","title":"Relative to oil spills on public ways","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for commercial motor vehicle oil spills on public ways. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3469","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1222068,"bill_number":"H2934","title":"Relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows","description":"Relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2934","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1222069,"bill_number":"H1582","title":"Decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct","description":"Relative to decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1582","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1222070,"bill_number":"H2844","title":"Relative to consumer protections in the sale and usage of propane gas","description":"Relative to fair and equitable transactions between propane distributors and propane consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2844","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1222072,"bill_number":"H1018","title":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges","description":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1018","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1222073,"bill_number":"H1998","title":"Relative to prescription monitoring program enforcement regulations","description":"Relative to prescription monitoring program enforcement regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1998","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1222081,"bill_number":"H3504","title":"Order for House Bill No. 3505, “An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects”","description":"Order for House Bill No. 3505, “An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects”","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-02-27","last_action":"Adopted, see H3505","last_action_date":"2019-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3504","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1222403,"bill_number":"H3505","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-27","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3506","last_action_date":"2019-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3505","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1224278,"bill_number":"H3506","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 3505, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. Feburary 27, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-03-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1224294,"bill_number":"S611","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2893","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S611","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224295,"bill_number":"S711","title":"Relative to coverage for chronic illness","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for chronic illness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S711","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224296,"bill_number":"S290","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"For legislation relative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S290","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224297,"bill_number":"S597","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S597","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224298,"bill_number":"S855","title":"To make the statewide grand jury system permanent","description":"For legislation to make the statewide grand jury system permanent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4603","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S855","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224299,"bill_number":"S853","title":"Regarding district court jurisdiction of threats to use deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury or substantial property damage","description":"For legislation relative to district court jurisdiction of threats to use deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury or substantial property damage. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S853","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224300,"bill_number":"S456","title":"To regulate hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to regulate hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S522","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S456","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224301,"bill_number":"S580","title":"Relative to commonwealth automobile reinsurers","description":"For legislation relative to commonwealth automobile reinsurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S580","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224303,"bill_number":"S492","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S492","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1224304,"bill_number":"S643","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S643","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224307,"bill_number":"S980","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S980","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224308,"bill_number":"S65","title":"Establishing a diaper benefits pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a diaper benefits pilot program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S65/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S65","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224309,"bill_number":"S868","title":"To require pre-foreclosure mediation and judicial oversight","description":"For legislation to require pre-foreclosure mediation and judicial oversight. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S868","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224310,"bill_number":"S209","title":"To establish an entrepreneur learner's permit program","description":"For legislation to establish an entrepreneur learner's permit program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S209","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224311,"bill_number":"S440","title":"Relative to the disposal of sea mammals on metropolitan beaches","description":"For legislation relative to the disposal of sea mammals on metropolitan beaches. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S440","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224312,"bill_number":"S175","title":"Banning the retail sale of cats and dogs in pet shops","description":"For legislation to ban the retail sale of cats and dogs in pet shops. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2592","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S175","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224314,"bill_number":"S83","title":"Authorizing municipalities to expend certain funds for the acquisition of land to be used for rail trails","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to expend certain funds for the acquisition of land to be used for rail trails. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S83/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S83","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224315,"bill_number":"S615","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S615","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224316,"bill_number":"S259","title":"Relative to media literacy","description":"For legislation relative to media literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S259","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224317,"bill_number":"S759","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"For legislation to protect public higher education student information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2736","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S759","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224321,"bill_number":"S142","title":"Providing municipal control of liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to provide municipal control of liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S142","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224323,"bill_number":"S749","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to evaluate the original infrastructure debt at the University of Massachusetts Boston","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to evaluate the original infrastructure debt at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S749","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224324,"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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S59/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S59","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224325,"bill_number":"S392","title":"To increase voter registration, participation, and to help prevent recidivism","description":"For legislation to increase voter registration, participation, and to help prevent recidivism. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S392","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224327,"bill_number":"S664","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S664","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224328,"bill_number":"S80","title":"Establishing a commission to study journalism in underserved communities","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study journalism in underserved communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S80/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S80","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224329,"bill_number":"S523","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S523","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224330,"bill_number":"S722","title":"Relative to association health plans","description":"For legislation relative to association health plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S722","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224331,"bill_number":"S247","title":"Prohibiting 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2593","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S247","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224334,"bill_number":"S1003","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1003","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224335,"bill_number":"S234","title":"Relative to early literacy education","description":"For legislation relative to early literacy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S234","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224336,"bill_number":"S819","title":"Promoting savings for first time homebuyers","description":"For legislation to promote savings for first time homebuyers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S819","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224339,"bill_number":"S501","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S501","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224340,"bill_number":"S491","title":"Responding to the threat of invasive species","description":"For legislation to respond to the threat of invasive species. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S491","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224341,"bill_number":"S448","title":"Protecting our coasts from offshore drilling","description":"For legislation to protect our coasts from offshore drilling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S448","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224342,"bill_number":"S382","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S382","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1224343,"bill_number":"S370","title":"To ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S370","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224344,"bill_number":"S870","title":"Relative to protecting LGBTQ victims","description":"For legislation relative to protecting LGBTQ victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S870","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224345,"bill_number":"S934","title":"Relative to direct food donations","description":"For legislation relative to direct food donations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S934","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1224348,"bill_number":"S827","title":"Relative to the enactment of the Uniform Collateral Consequences of Conviction","description":"For legislation relative to the enactment of the Uniform Collateral Consequences of Conviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S827","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224350,"bill_number":"S549","title":"Relative to women’s health","description":"For legislation relative to women’s health. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S549","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224353,"bill_number":"S904","title":"Relative to protections for good samaritans","description":"For legislation relative to protections for good samaritans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S904","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224354,"bill_number":"S866","title":"Relative to saving lives","description":"For legislation relative to saving lives. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S866","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224355,"bill_number":"S449","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S449","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224356,"bill_number":"S162","title":"Relative to permitting apprenticing for Type 2 operator cosmetology licensure","description":"For legislation to permit apprenticing for Type 2 operator cosmetology licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S162","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224357,"bill_number":"S352","title":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to stabilize the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2900","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S352","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224358,"bill_number":"S595","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S595","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224359,"bill_number":"S220","title":"Relative to LLC filing fees","description":"For legislation relative to LLC filing fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S220","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224363,"bill_number":"S941","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S941","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224364,"bill_number":"S824","title":"Promoting housing opportunity and mobility through eviction sealing (HOMES)","description":"For legislation to promote housing opportunity and mobility through eviction sealing (HOMES). The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4934","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S824","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224365,"bill_number":"S27","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection, and custody of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to children in the care, protection, and custody of the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2718","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S27/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S27","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224366,"bill_number":"S134","title":"Relative to applied behavior analysts","description":"For legislation relative to applied behavior analysts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S134","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224367,"bill_number":"S618","title":"Relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment","description":"For legislation relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S618","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224369,"bill_number":"S63","title":"Relative to expanding access to adoption","description":"For legislation relative to expanding access to adoption. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S63/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S63","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224370,"bill_number":"S489","title":"Relative to the use of shotguns for hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of shotguns for hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S489","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1224371,"bill_number":"S338","title":"Relative to school safety issues","description":"For legislation relative to school safety issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2665","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S338","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224374,"bill_number":"S118","title":"Relative to the licensure of dog trainers","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of dog trainers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S118","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224376,"bill_number":"S75","title":"Providing for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations","description":"For legislation to provide for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2661","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S75/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S75","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1224378,"bill_number":"S116","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S116","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224379,"bill_number":"S333","title":"Relative to school choice","description":"For legislation relative to school choice. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S333","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224380,"bill_number":"S787","title":"Promoting cluster residential development","description":"For legislation to promote cluster residential development. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S787","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224383,"bill_number":"S320","title":"Creating a school resource officer grant program and fund","description":"For legislation relative to creating a school resource officer grant program and fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S320","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224384,"bill_number":"S207","title":"Ensuring safer technology investment by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute","description":"For legislation to ensure safer technology investment by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S207","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1224387,"bill_number":"S356","title":"Relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide emergency aid to certain elderly and disabled residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S356","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224388,"bill_number":"S771","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S771","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224389,"bill_number":"S1011","title":"Relative to setting proportionate penalties for the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil","description":"For legislation to set proportionate penalties for the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1011","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224390,"bill_number":"S701","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S701","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224392,"bill_number":"S218","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation relative to early education funding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2886","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S218","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224393,"bill_number":"S541","title":"Relative to co-pay assistance","description":"For legislation relative to co-pay assistance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S541","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224394,"bill_number":"S679","title":"Relative to newborn enrollment in MassHealth","description":"For legislation relative to newborn enrollment in MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S679","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224395,"bill_number":"S106","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S106","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224396,"bill_number":"S167","title":"To prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices","description":"For legislation to protect hospital and community health center patients. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S167","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224398,"bill_number":"S639","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S639","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224399,"bill_number":"S34","title":"Establishing a low vision registry","description":"For legislation to establish a low vision registry. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S34/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S34","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224401,"bill_number":"S577","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S577","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224402,"bill_number":"S924","title":"Denying paternity rights to perpetrators of rape","description":"For legislation to deny paternity rights to rapists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S924","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224403,"bill_number":"S956","title":"Removing the liability cap for malpractice resulting in serious injury or death","description":"For legislation to remove the liability cap for malpractice resulting in serious injury or death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1346","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S956","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224407,"bill_number":"S252","title":"Relative to special education transportation costs","description":"For legislation relative to special education transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S252","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224408,"bill_number":"S1016","title":"Protecting bank employees and customers","description":"For legislation relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1016","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224409,"bill_number":"S347","title":"Relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings","description":"For legislation relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2691","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S347","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224411,"bill_number":"S148","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights","description":"For legislation to enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law and Consumer Rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S148","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1224412,"bill_number":"S87","title":"For community housing packages","description":"For legislation for community housing packages. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S87/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S87","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224415,"bill_number":"S453","title":"Relative to environmental justice in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to environmental justice in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S464","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S453","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224416,"bill_number":"S721","title":"Relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S721","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224419,"bill_number":"S126","title":"Relative to weights and measures","description":"For legislation relative to weights and measures. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S126","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224421,"bill_number":"S33","title":"Relative to families impacted by substance misuse","description":"For legislation relative to families impacted by substance misuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2721","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S33/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S33","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224422,"bill_number":"S156","title":"Protecting the rights of assisted living residents","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of assisted living residents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2670","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S156","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224425,"bill_number":"S217","title":"For Community Institution Stabilization","description":"For legislation for Community Institution Stabilization. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S217","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224426,"bill_number":"S906","title":"Relative to grandparents raising grandchildren","description":"For legislation relative to grandparents raising grandchildren. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S906","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224427,"bill_number":"S246","title":"Relative to civics education","description":"For legislation relative to civics education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S246","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224428,"bill_number":"S515","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for coastal infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S515","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224429,"bill_number":"S950","title":"Lifting the billable hours cap for bar advocates","description":"For legislation to lift the billable hours cap for bar advocates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S950","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224430,"bill_number":"S530","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S530","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224431,"bill_number":"S689","title":"Relative to the utilization of public health benefits by large employers","description":"For legislation to utilize public health benefits by large employers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S689","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224432,"bill_number":"S280","title":"To ensure that public schools appropriately educate advanced students and gifted and talented children","description":"For legislation to ensure that public schools appropriately educate advanced students and gifted and talented children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S280","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224434,"bill_number":"S393","title":"Limiting political spending by foreign-influenced corporations","description":"For legislation to limit political spending by foreign-influenced corporations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S393","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224437,"bill_number":"S403","title":"To protect the integrity of town meetings","description":"For legislation to protect the integrity of town meetings. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S403","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224439,"bill_number":"S77","title":"Relative to parentage to promote children's security","description":"For legislation relative to parentage to promote children's security. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2905","last_action_date":"2020-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S77/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S77","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224440,"bill_number":"S578","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in debt collection. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2734","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S578","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224442,"bill_number":"S47","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 authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to establish additional mandated reporters for the purpose of the protection and care of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S47/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S47","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224443,"bill_number":"S1062","title":"Relative to wage theft and due process","description":"For legislation relative to wage theft and due process. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1062","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224445,"bill_number":"S656","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S656","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224447,"bill_number":"S187","title":"Relative to gas tax disclosure","description":"For legislation relative to gas tax disclosure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S187","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224449,"bill_number":"S452","title":"Relative to the proper disposal of miniatures","description":"For legislation relative to the proper disposal of miniatures. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S452","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224450,"bill_number":"S665","title":"Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services","description":"For legislation to provide for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S665","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224453,"bill_number":"S720","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S720","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224455,"bill_number":"S326","title":"To achieve universal pre-kindergarten","description":"For legislation to achieve universal pre-kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S326","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1224456,"bill_number":"S136","title":"Relative to motor vehicle price advertising","description":"For legislation relative to the advertising of prices for motor vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S136","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224458,"bill_number":"S93","title":"Relative to planning boards' approval of subdivision plans","description":"For legislation relative to the approval by planning boards of subdivision plans in cities and towns. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S93/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S93","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224459,"bill_number":"S383","title":"Restoring financial transparency in presidential elections","description":"For legislation to restore financial transparency in presidential elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S383","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1224460,"bill_number":"S973","title":"Providing for the development of a Graduate Judicial Training School","description":"For legislation to provide for the development of a Graduate Judicial Training School. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S973","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224463,"bill_number":"S213","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"For legislation to establish the MassMade Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S213","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224464,"bill_number":"S442","title":"Designating a certain park in the city of Lynn as the Frederick Douglass Park","description":"For legislation to designate a certain park in the city of Lynn as the Frederick Douglass Park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2205","last_action_date":"2019-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S442","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224465,"bill_number":"S865","title":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence","description":"For legislation relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S865","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224466,"bill_number":"S45","title":"To SAVE tax dollars in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to SAVE Massachusetts tax dollars. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S45/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S45","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1224467,"bill_number":"S539","title":"Relative to transparency in homeowners insurance rate setting","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in homeowners insurance rate setting. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S539","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1224472,"bill_number":"S30","title":"Establishing a Foster Parents' Bill of Rights","description":"For legislation to establish a Foster Parents' Bill of Rights. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2395","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S30/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S30","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224474,"bill_number":"S174","title":"Prohibiting certain termination and cancellation fees","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain termination and cancellation fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S174","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224475,"bill_number":"S724","title":"Relative to Mass Health Eligibility Checks","description":"For legislation relative to Mass Health Eligibility Checks. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S724","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224476,"bill_number":"S89","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable-related funds","description":"For legislation relative to PEG access and cable-related funds. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2019 from 02:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2019-06-18","committee":"Community Development and Small Business","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S89/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S89","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224478,"bill_number":"S388","title":"Relating to post-election audits","description":"For legislation relative to post-election audits. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S388","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224479,"bill_number":"S364","title":"Relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts home care eligibility. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S364","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224480,"bill_number":"S26","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S26/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S26","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224483,"bill_number":"S963","title":"Prohibiting gunfire directed at dwelling houses","description":"For legislation to prohibit gunfire directed at dwelling houses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1523","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S963","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1224484,"bill_number":"S177","title":"Relative to the automatic renewal of professional licenses","description":"For legislation relative to the automatic renewal of professional licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S177","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224487,"bill_number":"S274","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S274","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224489,"bill_number":"S401","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S401","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224490,"bill_number":"S540","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S540","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224491,"bill_number":"S325","title":"Relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten","description":"For legislation relative to compulsory full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S325","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1224492,"bill_number":"S111","title":"Relative to TNC driver suitability","description":"For legislation relative to TNC driver suitability. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2894","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S111","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224493,"bill_number":"S562","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S562","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224495,"bill_number":"S165","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"For legislation relative to advancing the profession of interior design. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S165","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224496,"bill_number":"S901","title":"To enhance investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination","description":"For legislation to enhance investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S901","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224497,"bill_number":"S717","title":"To create a special commission to improve transparency and affordability at the Group Insurance Commission","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to improve transparency and affordability at the Group Insurance Commission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S717","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224498,"bill_number":"S914","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S914","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224502,"bill_number":"S519","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S519","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224504,"bill_number":"S569","title":"Relative to cancellation of service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to cancellation of service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S569","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224505,"bill_number":"S50","title":"Relative to personal care attendant services","description":"For legislation relative to personal care attendant services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S50/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S50","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1224506,"bill_number":"S626","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S626","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224509,"bill_number":"S634","title":"Relative to payments for use of ambulance services","description":"For legislation relative to insurance payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S634","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224510,"bill_number":"S397","title":"Relative to early voting privacy and expansion","description":"For legislation relative to early voting privacy and expansion. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S397","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224511,"bill_number":"S222","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S222","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224512,"bill_number":"S979","title":"Relative to judicial discretion for probation","description":"For legislation relative to judicial discretion for probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S979","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224515,"bill_number":"S801","title":"Relative to tenants’ opportunity to purchase","description":"For legislation relative to tenants’ opportunity to purchase. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S801","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224517,"bill_number":"S219","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on the Dover amendment","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on the Dover amendment. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S219","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224518,"bill_number":"S858","title":"Relative to preventing discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity by educational institutions","description":"For legislation relative to preventing discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity by educational institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S858","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224520,"bill_number":"S486","title":"To protect public and private woodlands and woodlots in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect public and private woodlands and woodlots in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4415","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S486","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224521,"bill_number":"S226","title":"Regarding funding the foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation to fund the foundation budget review commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S226","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224523,"bill_number":"S171","title":"Protecting innocent sellers","description":"For legislation to protect innocent sellers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S171","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224524,"bill_number":"S928","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"For legislation relative to child-centered family law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3392","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S928","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224525,"bill_number":"S289","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2887","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S289","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224527,"bill_number":"S520","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"For legislation relative to recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S520","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224528,"bill_number":"S682","title":"To increase access to urgent care centers","description":"For legislation to increase access to urgent care centers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S682","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224529,"bill_number":"S291","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S291","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224533,"bill_number":"S1047","title":"Clarifying the Prevailing Wage Law","description":"For legislation to clarify the Prevailing Wage Law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1047","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224534,"bill_number":"S29","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2719","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S29/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S29","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224535,"bill_number":"S892","title":"To clarify the rights of joint owners of real property and abolish certain inconsistent or archaic rules","description":"For legislation to clarify the rights of joint owners of real property and abolish certain inconsistent or archaic rules. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S892","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224536,"bill_number":"S107","title":"Relative to the digital right to repair","description":"For legislation relative to digital right to repair. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S107","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224538,"bill_number":"S528","title":"Encouraging the use of renewable energy on agricultural land","description":"For legislation to encourage the use of renewable energy on agricultural land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S528","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224539,"bill_number":"S25","title":"Establishing a special commission on the status of homeless women","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on the status of homeless women. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2674","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S25/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S25","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224541,"bill_number":"S192","title":"Protecting consumers from text solicitation","description":"For legislation to protect consumers from text solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S192","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224542,"bill_number":"S255","title":"To establish food allergy plans","description":"For legislation to establish food allergy plans. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2398","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S255","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224543,"bill_number":"S957","title":"Relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction","description":"For legislation relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S957","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224544,"bill_number":"S73","title":"To increase the safety of individuals with disabilities relying on life-support equipment","description":"For legislation to increase the safety of individuals with disabilities relying on life-support equipment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S73/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S73","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224549,"bill_number":"S942","title":"To provide critical community services","description":"For legislation to provide critical community services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S942","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224550,"bill_number":"S694","title":"To assist community hospitals","description":"For legislation to assist community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S694","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1224553,"bill_number":"S967","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"For legislation relative to prejudgment interest rates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S967","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224555,"bill_number":"S658","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S658","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224556,"bill_number":"S718","title":"To improve health care cost accountability","description":"For legislation to improve health care cost accountability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S718","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224557,"bill_number":"S345","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S345","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224558,"bill_number":"S462","title":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","description":"For legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S462","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224559,"bill_number":"S294","title":"Limiting school screen time","description":"For legislation to limit school screen time. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S294","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1224561,"bill_number":"S533","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S533","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224563,"bill_number":"S443","title":"Addressing noise issues of migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings","description":"For legislation to address noise issues of migratory game hunters near coastal dwellings. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S443","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224566,"bill_number":"S261","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S261","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224567,"bill_number":"S875","title":"Improving juror service","description":"For legislation to improve juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S875","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224568,"bill_number":"S444","title":"Relative to the pesticide board","description":"For legislation relative to the pesticide board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S444","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224569,"bill_number":"S705","title":"To update Medicaid resource limits for seniors","description":"For legislation to update Medicaid resource limits for seniors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S705","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224571,"bill_number":"S138","title":"Relative to unsolicited loans","description":"For legislation relative to unsolicited loans. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S138","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224572,"bill_number":"S585","title":"To ensure dependent health coverage for adults with disabilities","description":"For legislation to ensure dependent health coverage for adults with disabilities . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S585","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224573,"bill_number":"S251","title":"Relative to circuit breaker reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to circuit breaker reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S251","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224574,"bill_number":"S988","title":"Protecting survivors of domestic abuse","description":"For legislation to protect survivors of domestic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S988","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224575,"bill_number":"S292","title":"Relative to school funding","description":"For legislation relative to school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S292","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224576,"bill_number":"S113","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"For legislation to regulate secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H286","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S113","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224579,"bill_number":"S647","title":"Relative to small group eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to small group eligibility. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S647","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224582,"bill_number":"S788","title":"Promoting accessory dwelling units as a housing option","description":"For legislation to promote accessory dwelling units as a housing option. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S788","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224583,"bill_number":"S120","title":"Relative to consumer data privacy","description":"For legislation relative to consumer data privacy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S120","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224584,"bill_number":"S367","title":"To improve Alzheimer's and dementia care in Senior Care Options program","description":"For legislationt to improve Alzheimer's and dementia care in Senior Care Options program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H614","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S367","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224585,"bill_number":"S101","title":"Relative to regulating horse racing and wagering","description":"For legislation relative to regulating horse racing and wagering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S101","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224587,"bill_number":"S605","title":"Relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage","description":"For legislation relative to dual diagnosis treatment coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S605","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224588,"bill_number":"S368","title":"Relative to disclosing continuing care retirement community entrance fees","description":"For legislation relative to disclosing continuing care retirement community entrance fees. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S368","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224590,"bill_number":"S263","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation relative to student sex education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2399","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S263","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224591,"bill_number":"S1022","title":"Relative to habitual drunk drivers","description":"For legislation relative to habitual drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1022","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224594,"bill_number":"S499","title":"Relative to the use of glyphosate on public lands","description":"For legislation relative to the use of glyphosate on public lands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S499","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224595,"bill_number":"S309","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S309","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224597,"bill_number":"S831","title":"Ensuring an open files policy","description":"For legislation to ensure an open files policy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S831","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224598,"bill_number":"S387","title":"Relative to early voting in the 2020 presidential primary","description":"For legislation relative to early voting in the 2020 presidential primary. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S387","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224599,"bill_number":"S58","title":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income","description":"For legislation relative to economic mobility for families with low-income. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2726","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S58/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S58","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224600,"bill_number":"S834","title":"Relative to female genital mutilation","description":"For legislation relative to female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4606","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S834","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224603,"bill_number":"S300","title":"To create a facilities loan program for private special education schools","description":"For legislation to create a facilities loan program for private special education schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S300","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224605,"bill_number":"S792","title":"Relative to public housing","description":"For legislation relative to mandated preferences on certain public housing waiting lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S792","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224606,"bill_number":"S970","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S970","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224608,"bill_number":"S558","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S558","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224610,"bill_number":"S822","title":"Relative to clarity and consistency for the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board","description":"For legislation to clarity and consistency for the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S822","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224611,"bill_number":"S931","title":"Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"For legislation to prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2492","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S931","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224614,"bill_number":"S37","title":"Relative to well-being and care of a child","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S2186","last_action_date":"2019-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S37/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S37","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224616,"bill_number":"S893","title":"To provide landowners title protection","description":"For legislation to provide landowners title protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S893","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224617,"bill_number":"S505","title":"Concerning the use of animals in product testing","description":"For legislation to concern the use of animals in product testing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2504","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S505","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224618,"bill_number":"S692","title":"Providing access to patient protection services for MassHealth consumers","description":"For legislation to provide access to patient protection services for MassHealth consumers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S692","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224621,"bill_number":"S140","title":"Relative to partial payments","description":"For legislation relative to partial payments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4299","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S140","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224622,"bill_number":"S301","title":"Establishing farm to school grants to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy","description":"For legislation to establish farm to school grants to promote healthy eating and strengthen the agricultural economy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S301","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224623,"bill_number":"S166","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S166","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224626,"bill_number":"S493","title":"Re-establishing the Clean Environment Fund","description":"For legislation to re-establish the Clean Environment Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S493","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1224627,"bill_number":"S556","title":"Authorizing telemedicine services","description":"For legislation relative to authorize telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S556","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224629,"bill_number":"S253","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S253","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224630,"bill_number":"S353","title":"To promote quality case management services on behalf of the elderly","description":"For legislation to promote quality case management services on behalf of the elderly. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S353","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224632,"bill_number":"S551","title":"Relative to administrative simplification","description":"For legislation relative to administrative simplification. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S551","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224633,"bill_number":"S808","title":"Relating to 40B subsidies","description":"For legislation relative to 40B subsidies. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S808","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224634,"bill_number":"S681","title":"Relative to maintenance of certification","description":"For legislation relative to maintenance of certification. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S681","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224635,"bill_number":"S625","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2804","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S625","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224636,"bill_number":"S170","title":"Protecting personal identifying information","description":"For legislation to protect personal identifying information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S170","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224638,"bill_number":"S279","title":"Relative to an expert panel on gifted children and their education","description":"For legislation relative to an expert panel on gifted children and their education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S279","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224642,"bill_number":"S123","title":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","description":"For legislation to provide consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S123","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224643,"bill_number":"S211","title":"Establishing a portable benefits for independent workers innovation fund","description":"For legislation to establish a portable benefits for independent workers innovation fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S211","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224645,"bill_number":"S734","title":"Relative to the recovery of costs for certain medical assistance","description":"For legislation relative to the recovery of costs for certain medical assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S734","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224646,"bill_number":"S396","title":"Relative to election day registration","description":"For legislation relative to election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S396","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224648,"bill_number":"S350","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S350","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224649,"bill_number":"S355","title":"Relative to intensive case management for clinically complex older adults","description":"For legislation relative to intensive case management for clinically complex older adults. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H613","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S355","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224650,"bill_number":"S429","title":"To reduce disposable plastic straw waste","description":"For legislation to reduce disposable plastic straw waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2450","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S429","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1224651,"bill_number":"S909","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S909","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224652,"bill_number":"S951","title":"Establishing the right of disposition","description":"For legislation to establish the right of disposition. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S951","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224657,"bill_number":"S36","title":"To lift kids out of deep poverty","description":"For legislation to lift kids out of deep poverty. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S36/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S36","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224658,"bill_number":"S38","title":"To promote asset building for low income residents","description":"For legislation to promote asset building for low income residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2722","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S38/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S38","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224659,"bill_number":"S410","title":"Relative to town committee elections and membership","description":"For legislation relative to town committee elections and membership. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S410","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224660,"bill_number":"S935","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reform alimony in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S935","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224661,"bill_number":"S794","title":"Facilitating site plan review","description":"For legislation to facilitate site plan review. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S794","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224665,"bill_number":"S422","title":"To ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count","description":"For legislation to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S422","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1224666,"bill_number":"S125","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S125","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224667,"bill_number":"S574","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S574","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224669,"bill_number":"S348","title":"To establish a task force on child development information for parents","description":"For legislation to establish a task force on child development information for parents. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S348","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224670,"bill_number":"S236","title":"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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S236","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224672,"bill_number":"S128","title":"Relative to authorizing temporary liquor licenses to benefit charities","description":"For legislation relative to authorizing temporary liquor licenses to benefit charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S128","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224675,"bill_number":"S484","title":"Establishing the Office of Outdoor Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish the Office of Outdoor Recreation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S484","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224676,"bill_number":"S684","title":"Relative to fiduciary responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to fiduciary responsibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S684","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1224677,"bill_number":"S638","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S638","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224678,"bill_number":"S702","title":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the family caregiver tax credit. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S702","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224682,"bill_number":"S795","title":"Relative to full disclosure of fees","description":"For legislation relative to full disclosure of fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S795","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224685,"bill_number":"S438","title":"To promote healthy soils and agricultural innovation within the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote healthy soils and agricultural innovation within the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2404","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S438","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224686,"bill_number":"S304","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. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S304","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
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{"bill_id":1224697,"bill_number":"S619","title":"Providing protections to victims of domestic violence in connection with property insurance claims","description":"For legislation to provide protections to victims of domestic violence in connection with property insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S619","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224699,"bill_number":"S445","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. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S445","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224701,"bill_number":"S64","title":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2490","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S64/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S64","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224702,"bill_number":"S237","title":"Providing health education in schools","description":"For legislation to provide health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S237","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224703,"bill_number":"S67","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"For legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2667","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S67/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S67","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
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{"bill_id":1224705,"bill_number":"S811","title":"Relative to 40B use restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to 40B use restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S811","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224707,"bill_number":"S635","title":"Relative to homeowners' fire insurance policies","description":"For legislation relative to the homeowners' fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S635","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224709,"bill_number":"S463","title":"Protecting pollinators by eliminating harmful products","description":"For legislation to protect pollinators by eliminating harmful products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H763","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S463","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224712,"bill_number":"S850","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4934","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S850","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224713,"bill_number":"S316","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S316","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224714,"bill_number":"S758","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S758","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224715,"bill_number":"S646","title":"To strengthen pharmacy benefit management","description":"For legislation to strengthen pharmacy benefit management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S646","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224717,"bill_number":"S696","title":"To promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S696","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224718,"bill_number":"S708","title":"Relative to the continuous skilled nursing program","description":"For legislation relative to the continuous skilled nursing program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S686","last_action_date":"2019-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S708","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224719,"bill_number":"S938","title":"Relative to guilty but with a mental illness","description":"For legislation relative to guilty but with a mental illness. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S938","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224724,"bill_number":"S323","title":"Relative to safe internet access in schools","description":"For legislation relative to safe internet access in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S323","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224725,"bill_number":"S917","title":"Relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance use treatment","description":"For legislation relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S917","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224726,"bill_number":"S587","title":"To establish health equity for pregnant persons","description":"For legislation to establish health equity for pregnant persons. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S587","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224728,"bill_number":"S84","title":"Relative to universal basic income","description":"For legislation relative to universal basic income. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S84/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S84","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224729,"bill_number":"S789","title":"Relative to attainable housing in seasonal communities","description":"For legislation relative to attainable housing in seasonal communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2530","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S789","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224730,"bill_number":"S496","title":"Relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to ivory and rhonoceros horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S496","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224731,"bill_number":"S56","title":"Relative to creating a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"For legislation relative to creating a loan repayment program for human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2428","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S56/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S56","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224732,"bill_number":"S377","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S377","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224733,"bill_number":"S921","title":"Relative to school hazing","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S921","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224737,"bill_number":"S324","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S324","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224739,"bill_number":"S561","title":"Empowering health care consumers","description":"For legislation to empower health care consumers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S561","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224740,"bill_number":"S977","title":"Relative to the protection of vulnerable adults from sexual assault committed by mandated reporters, persons in a position of trust and providers of transportation","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of vulnerable adults from sexual assault committed by mandated reporters, persons in a position of trust and providers of transportation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S977","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224741,"bill_number":"S54","title":"Relative to enhancing public transparency to support quality care outcomes in all child serving organizations","description":"For legislation to enhance public transparency to support quality care outcomes in all child serving organizations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S54/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S54","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224742,"bill_number":"S862","title":"To modernize voter registration and jury pool lists","description":"For legislation to modernize voter registration and jury pool lists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S862","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224743,"bill_number":"S878","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S878","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224745,"bill_number":"S624","title":"Relative to an affordable health plan","description":"For legislation relative to an affordable health plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S624","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224746,"bill_number":"S46","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children","description":"For legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S46/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S46","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1224751,"bill_number":"S225","title":"Creating a creative economy master plan","description":"For legislation to create a creative economy master plan. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S225","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224752,"bill_number":"S817","title":"Ensuring affordability in perpetuity","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S817","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224755,"bill_number":"S88","title":"Relative to encouraging the growth of small businesses","description":"For legislation to encourage the growth of small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3547","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S88/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S88","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224756,"bill_number":"S633","title":"Relative to human donor milk coverage","description":"For legislation relative to human donor milk coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S633","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224757,"bill_number":"S663","title":"To protect MassHealth applicants facing undue hardship","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S663","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224758,"bill_number":"S672","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S672","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224759,"bill_number":"S885","title":"Relative to the preservation of certain appellate rights","description":"For legislation to preserve certain appellate rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S885","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224762,"bill_number":"S518","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S518","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224763,"bill_number":"S806","title":"Creating the Home Works Program","description":"For legislation to create the Home Works programs. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S806","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224764,"bill_number":"S241","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and re-engagement","description":"For legislation relative to dropout prevention and recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S241","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224765,"bill_number":"S457","title":"To create a Merrimack River District Commission","description":"For legislation to create a Merrimack River District Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2309","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S457","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224767,"bill_number":"S282","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S282","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1224769,"bill_number":"S182","title":"Relative to the licensure of appraisers","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of appraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S182","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1224770,"bill_number":"S249","title":"Ensuring best practice incentives are available for all school building projects","description":"For legislation to ensure best practice incentives are available for all school building projects. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S249","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224771,"bill_number":"S565","title":"To increase access to lactation support through proper reimbursement","description":"For legislation to increase access to lactation support through proper reimbursement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S565","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224774,"bill_number":"S318","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to training and preparation in the use of augmentative and alternative communication for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2690","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S318","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224775,"bill_number":"S799","title":"Creating affordable housing in every community","description":"For legislation to create affordable housing in every community. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S799","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224776,"bill_number":"S621","title":"Relative to executive compensation for mutual companies","description":"For legislation relative to compensation of executive officers for mutual companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S621","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224778,"bill_number":"S741","title":"Committing to higher education the resources to Insure a strong and healthy public higher education system","description":"For legislation to commit to higher education the resources to Insure a strong and healthy public higher education system. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S741","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
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{"bill_id":1224785,"bill_number":"S102","title":"Relative to transportation network company rider assessments","description":"For legislation relative to transportation network company rider assessments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2895","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S102","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224788,"bill_number":"S129","title":"Resolve relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications","description":"For legislation relative to disclosure of radio frequency notifications. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S129","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224789,"bill_number":"S678","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S678","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224790,"bill_number":"S923","title":"Establishing psychiatric advance directives for mental health care","description":"For legislation to establish psychiatric advance directives for mental health care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S923","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224791,"bill_number":"S573","title":"Relative to health insurance for human services workers","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance for human services workers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S573","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224792,"bill_number":"S704","title":"To provide Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation","description":"For legislation to provide Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S704","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224793,"bill_number":"S250","title":"Adding a suicide prevention hotline number on student identification cards","description":"For legislation to add a suicide prevention hotline number on student identification cards. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S250","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224794,"bill_number":"S91","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S91/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S91","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224798,"bill_number":"S260","title":"Relative to access for after school and out-of-school time programs","description":"For legislation relative to access for after school and out-of-school time programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S260","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224799,"bill_number":"S272","title":"Relative to substance use education in public schools","description":"For legislation relative to substance abuse education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S272","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224800,"bill_number":"S675","title":"Establishing a community health center transition fund","description":"For legislation to establish a community health center transition fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S675","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224804,"bill_number":"S390","title":"To extend early voting for all elections","description":"For legislation to extend early voting for all elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S390","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224805,"bill_number":"S332","title":"Relative to student achievement","description":"For legislation relative to student achievement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S332","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224806,"bill_number":"S233","title":"Resolve establishing a special legislative commission on young professionals","description":"For legislation to establish a special legislative commission on young professionals. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S233","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224807,"bill_number":"S369","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S369","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224808,"bill_number":"S322","title":"Relative to the screening of prospective school employees for prior investigations into child abuse or sexual misconduct","description":"For legislation relative to the screening of prospective school employees for prior investigations into child abuse or sexual misconduct. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2579","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S322","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224809,"bill_number":"S582","title":"Ensuring access to medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S582","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224810,"bill_number":"S215","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S215","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224811,"bill_number":"S882","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S882","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224814,"bill_number":"S163","title":"Relative to allergens in cosmetic products","description":"For legislation relative to allergens in cosmetic products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S163","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224815,"bill_number":"S841","title":"To raise the cap for tort liability for charitable organizations","description":"For legislation to raise the cap for tort liability for charitable organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S841","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224820,"bill_number":"S200","title":"Relative to blockchain and cryptocurrencies","description":"For legislation relative to blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S200","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224821,"bill_number":"S314","title":"Relative to local approval for charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to local approval for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S314","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224822,"bill_number":"S725","title":"Relative reducing hospital readmission","description":"For legislation relative reducing hospital readmission. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S725","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224823,"bill_number":"S96","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S96/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S96","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224827,"bill_number":"S593","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S593","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224828,"bill_number":"S874","title":"Improving juror service responses","description":"For legislation to improve juror service responses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S874","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224829,"bill_number":"S49","title":"Relative to funeral expenses of indigent persons","description":"For legislation relative to funeral expenses of indigent persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2724","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S49/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S49","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
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{"bill_id":1224832,"bill_number":"S248","title":"Evaluating providing additional educational assistance to school districts with low or declining enrollment","description":"For legislation to evaluate providing additional educational assistance to school districts with low or declining enrollment. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S248","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224834,"bill_number":"S899","title":"Relative to forfeiture reform","description":"For legislation relative to criminal forfeiture. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S899","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224835,"bill_number":"S417","title":"Relative to early voting and absent voting","description":"For legislation relative to early voting and absent voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S417","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224836,"bill_number":"S346","title":"Relative to increased access to safe swimming","description":"For legislation to increase access to safe swimming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S346","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224838,"bill_number":"S826","title":"To reduce mass incarceration","description":"For legislation to reduce mass incarceration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S826","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224840,"bill_number":"S785","title":"Leveraging additional resources for local housing authorities","description":"For legislation to leverage additional resources for local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S785","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224841,"bill_number":"S262","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S262","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224842,"bill_number":"S736","title":"Requiring sexual misconduct climate surveys at institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to create a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2580","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S736","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224844,"bill_number":"S649","title":"Relative to mandated benefits","description":"For legislation relative to mandated benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S649","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224845,"bill_number":"S695","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S695","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224846,"bill_number":"S194","title":"Relative to identification for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation relative to identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2567","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S194","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224851,"bill_number":"S214","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S214","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
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{"bill_id":1224857,"bill_number":"S768","title":"Related to educational courses in wine tasting at a qualified institution of higher education","description":"For legislation related to educational courses in wine tasting at a qualified institution of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S768","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224858,"bill_number":"S764","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2580","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S764","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224859,"bill_number":"S270","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S342","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S270","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
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{"bill_id":1224861,"bill_number":"S910","title":"Relative to transparency in court proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S910","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224862,"bill_number":"S450","title":"Relative to sustainable water conservation practices","description":"For legislation relative to sustainable water conservation practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S450","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224866,"bill_number":"S124","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S124","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224867,"bill_number":"S1023","title":"Promoting rental housing stability","description":"For legislation to promote rental housing stability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1023","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224868,"bill_number":"S746","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S746","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224869,"bill_number":"S632","title":"To eliminate penalty charges when cancelling auto insurance policies","description":"For legislation to eliminate penalty charges when cancelling auto insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S632","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224870,"bill_number":"S507","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4131","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S507","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1224872,"bill_number":"H3507","title":"To promote housing choices","description":"Relative to promoting housing choices (House, No. 3507). February 28, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4263","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3507","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1224873,"bill_number":"S358","title":"Relative to home care","description":"For legislation relative to home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S358","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224874,"bill_number":"S459","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2410","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S459","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224876,"bill_number":"S691","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S691","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224877,"bill_number":"S871","title":"Prohibiting the use of public funds to pay awards, fines or settlements in cases where public officials are found responsible or guilty of sexual harassment or assault","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of public funds to pay awards, fines or settlements in cases where public officials are found responsible or guilty of sexual harassment or assault. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S871","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1224881,"bill_number":"S856","title":"Relative to archaic laws","description":"For legislation relative to archaic laws . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S856","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224883,"bill_number":"S522","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S522","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224884,"bill_number":"S391","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S391","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1224887,"bill_number":"S548","title":"Expanding access to affordable telemedicine services","description":"For legislation to expand access to affordable telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S548","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224889,"bill_number":"S636","title":"Authorizing independent retirement boards to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"For legislation to authorize independent retirement boards to divest from fossil fuel companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4440","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S636","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224890,"bill_number":"S809","title":"Relative to 40B density","description":"For legislation relative to 40B density. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S809","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224892,"bill_number":"S297","title":"To promote the education success of court involved children","description":"For legislation to promote the education success of court involved children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S297","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224893,"bill_number":"S472","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S472","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224894,"bill_number":"S729","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S729","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224896,"bill_number":"S907","title":"Relative to mandatory sentences for those committing an assault on a law enforcement officer","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory sentences for committing assaults on a law enforcement officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S907","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224897,"bill_number":"S674","title":"To ensure effective health care as a right","description":"For legislation to ensure effective health care cost control. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S674","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224899,"bill_number":"S172","title":"Relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of a class 1 dealer license. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S172","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224901,"bill_number":"S430","title":"Relative Coastal Resiliency Projects","description":"For legislation relative Coastal Resiliency Projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S430","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224902,"bill_number":"S733","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2397","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S733","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1224904,"bill_number":"S92","title":"Establishing the Community Non-Profit Investment and Grant Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Community Non-Profit Investment and Grant Program. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S92/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S92","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224905,"bill_number":"S317","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S317","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224906,"bill_number":"S784","title":"Creating a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to create a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2735","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S784","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1224907,"bill_number":"S852","title":"Relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes","description":"For legislation relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S852","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224908,"bill_number":"S474","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S474","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224910,"bill_number":"S335","title":"Relative to the foundation budget review commission","description":"For legislation relative to the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S335","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224913,"bill_number":"S164","title":"Establishing a student tuition recovery fund","description":"Relative to establishing a student tuition recovery fund for students from certain for-profit schools. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S164","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224914,"bill_number":"S566","title":"To establish a resolution trust fund for receipt of reasonable mortgage payments","description":"For legislation to establish a resolution trust fund for receipt of reasonable mortgage payments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S566","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224916,"bill_number":"S532","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S532","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224920,"bill_number":"S547","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation relative to alternatives to foreclosure. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S547","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224921,"bill_number":"S258","title":"To promote social-emotional learning","description":"For legislation to promote social-emotional learning. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S258","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224922,"bill_number":"S594","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S594","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1224923,"bill_number":"S544","title":"Relative to transparency of dental benefits corporations","description":"For legislation relative to transparency of dental benefits corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S544","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224924,"bill_number":"S661","title":"Relative to MassHealth rates","description":"For legislation relative to MassHealth rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S661","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224925,"bill_number":"S286","title":"Relative to transportation reimbursement for recovery high schools","description":"For legislation relative to transportation reimbursement for recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S286","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1224928,"bill_number":"S657","title":"Relative to the early detection of cancer","description":"For legislation relative to the early detection of cancer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S657","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224931,"bill_number":"S357","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S357","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224932,"bill_number":"S581","title":"Modernizing the Credit Union Laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the Credit Union Laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2470","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S581","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1224934,"bill_number":"S180","title":"Relative to the security of personal financial information","description":"For legislation relative to the security of personal financial information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S180","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1224935,"bill_number":"S153","title":"To ensure timely physician licensure","description":"For legislation to ensure timely physician licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S153","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1224936,"bill_number":"S697","title":"Establishing a public health option","description":"For legislation to establish a public health option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S697","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224937,"bill_number":"S604","title":"Relative to removing barriers to non-opioid pain management","description":"For legislation relative to removing barriers to non-opioid pain management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S604","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224938,"bill_number":"S191","title":"Relative to aiding municipal events","description":"For legislation relative to donations for municipal events. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S191","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224940,"bill_number":"S903","title":"To streamline housing production","description":"For legislation to streamline housing production. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S903","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224941,"bill_number":"S268","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S268","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1224945,"bill_number":"S178","title":"To promote economic development and market access for emerging businesses","description":"For legislation to promote economic development and market access for emerging businesses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S178","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1224946,"bill_number":"S303","title":"Relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education","description":"For legislation relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S303","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1224947,"bill_number":"S840","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S840","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224948,"bill_number":"S671","title":"Relative to the nursing home quality jobs initiative","description":"For legislation relative to the nursing home quality jobs initiative. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S671","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224949,"bill_number":"S146","title":"Enhancing the podiatric profession's registration and oversight","description":"For legislation to enhance the podiatric profession's registration and oversight. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S146","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1224954,"bill_number":"S513","title":"Reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund","description":"For legislation relative to reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S513","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224955,"bill_number":"S972","title":"Providing for the improvement of required standards of Clerk Magistrates","description":"For legislation to provide for the improvement of required standards of Clerk Magistrates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S972","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224957,"bill_number":"S738","title":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","description":"For legislation to ensure students' access to academic transcripts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2727","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S738","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224958,"bill_number":"S201","title":"To regulate sports wagering","description":"For legislation to regulate sports wagering. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S201","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1224960,"bill_number":"S130","title":"Relative to the safe use of electronic devices by children","description":"For legislation relative to cell phone distributers disclosure of RF radiation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S130","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1224961,"bill_number":"S312","title":"Stopping harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development","description":"For legislation to prevent the sexual abuse of children and youth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2579","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S312","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1224963,"bill_number":"S494","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S520","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S494","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1224965,"bill_number":"S630","title":"Relative to disability insurance benefits","description":"For legislation relative to disability insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S630","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224966,"bill_number":"S728","title":"Providing affordable access to generic medicines","description":"For legislation to provide affordable access to generic medicines. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S728","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1224969,"bill_number":"S1021","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1021","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224971,"bill_number":"S227","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S225","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S227","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1224972,"bill_number":"S511","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S511","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1224973,"bill_number":"S600","title":"For greater fairness in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to provide greater fairness in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S600","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1224974,"bill_number":"S802","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"For legislation relative to bed bugs. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S802","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224977,"bill_number":"S503","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S503","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1224979,"bill_number":"S542","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S542","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1224980,"bill_number":"S414","title":"To use of ranked choice voting in elections","description":"For legislation to use of ranked choice voting in elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S414","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224981,"bill_number":"S968","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S968","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224982,"bill_number":"S884","title":"To clarify homestead estates","description":"For legislation to clarify homestead estates and real estate titles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S884","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1224985,"bill_number":"S742","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S742","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1224988,"bill_number":"S545","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S545","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224989,"bill_number":"S216","title":"Relative to promoting local economic development","description":"For legislation to promote local economic development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S216","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1224990,"bill_number":"S386","title":"Relative to early voting","description":"For legislation relative to early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S386","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1224993,"bill_number":"S53","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2427","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S53/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S53","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1224994,"bill_number":"S275","title":"Relative to standardized tests","description":"For legislation relative to standardized tests. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S275","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1224995,"bill_number":"S100","title":"Relative to data breach notification","description":"For legislation relative to data breach notification. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S100","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224997,"bill_number":"S773","title":"Supporting affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to certain real estate transactions","description":"For legislation to support affordable housing with a local option for a fee to be applied to certain real estate transactions. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S773","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1224998,"bill_number":"S24","title":"To end child marriage in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to end child marriage in Massachusetts. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2294","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S24/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S24","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1224999,"bill_number":"S470","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S470","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225000,"bill_number":"S476","title":"To enhance the management of problem wildlife","description":"For legislation to enhance the management of problem wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S476","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225001,"bill_number":"S766","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S766","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225004,"bill_number":"S559","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S559","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225005,"bill_number":"S726","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S726","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225008,"bill_number":"S514","title":"To protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats","description":"For legislation relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S514","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225011,"bill_number":"S81","title":"Regarding municipal form-based zoning codes","description":"For legislation regarding municipal form-based zoning codes. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S81/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S81","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225012,"bill_number":"S543","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S543","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225013,"bill_number":"S281","title":"To prevent discrimination in interscholastic athletic and extracurricular activities","description":"For legislation to prevent discrimination in interscholastic athletic and extracurricular activities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S281","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225015,"bill_number":"S524","title":"Relative to 2030, 2040, and 2050 emissions limits","description":"For legislation relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S524","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225016,"bill_number":"S616","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S616","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225018,"bill_number":"S31","title":"Providing for coordinated data and assistance to address family homelessness","description":"For legislation to provide for coordinated data and assistance to address family homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2726","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S31/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S31","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225019,"bill_number":"S564","title":"Relative to health insurer reserve requirements","description":"For legislation relative to health insurer reserve requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S564","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225023,"bill_number":"S1024","title":"To streamline zoning appeals","description":"For legislation to streamline zoning appeals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1024","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225026,"bill_number":"S693","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S693","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225027,"bill_number":"S176","title":"Allowing businesses to sign up for the \"Do Not Call\" list","description":"For legislation relative to telemarketing solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S176","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225028,"bill_number":"S805","title":"For Chapter 40B reform and improvement","description":"For legislation for Chapter 40B reform and improvement. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S805","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225030,"bill_number":"S446","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S446","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225031,"bill_number":"S780","title":"Establishing a roadmap for housing solutions","description":"For legislation to establish a roadmap for housing solutions. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S780","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225032,"bill_number":"S342","title":"Relative to strengthening background checks","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening background checks. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S342","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225033,"bill_number":"S208","title":"Establishing the Western Massachusetts remote worker relocation incentive program","description":"For legislation to establish the Western Massachusetts remote worker relocation incentive program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S208","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225034,"bill_number":"S743","title":"Protecting students abroad","description":"For legislation to protect students abroad. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S743","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225036,"bill_number":"S747","title":"Relative to disciplinary notations on college transcripts","description":"For legislation relative to disciplinary notations on college transcripts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2580","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S747","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225038,"bill_number":"S86","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S86/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S86","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225041,"bill_number":"S642","title":"Relative to credit and debit cards","description":"For legislation relative to credit and debit cards. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S642","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225043,"bill_number":"S1020","title":"Relative to sexual deviants","description":"For legislation relative to sexual deviants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1020","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225044,"bill_number":"S114","title":"Protecting the health and safety of puppies and kittens in cities and towns","description":"For legislation to protect the health and safety of puppies and kittens in cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S114","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225045,"bill_number":"S902","title":"Relative to access to justice","description":"For legislation relative to access to justice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S902","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225046,"bill_number":"S753","title":"Relative to the endowment match program","description":"For legislation relative to the endowment match program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S753","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225047,"bill_number":"S886","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S886","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225049,"bill_number":"S451","title":"Relative to the use of shotgun ammunition for hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of shotgun ammunition for hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S451","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225050,"bill_number":"S707","title":"Relative to premium impact statements","description":"For legislation relative to premium impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S707","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225051,"bill_number":"S686","title":"To protect medically fragile kids","description":"For legislation to protect medically fragile kids. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S686","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225065,"bill_number":"S986","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S986","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225066,"bill_number":"S739","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S739","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225067,"bill_number":"S487","title":"Relative to Sunday hunting","description":"For legislation relative to Sunday hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S487","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225068,"bill_number":"S66","title":"Relative to improving access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder","description":"For legislation to improve access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2482","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S66/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S66","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225069,"bill_number":"S168","title":"Regulating bodyworks","description":"For legislation to regulate bodyworks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S168","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225071,"bill_number":"S775","title":"Relative to housing reform","description":"For legislation relative to housing reform. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2443","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S775","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225072,"bill_number":"S308","title":"Relative to equity in education funding","description":"For legislation relative to equity in education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S308","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225073,"bill_number":"S669","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S669","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225074,"bill_number":"S609","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S609","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225076,"bill_number":"S828","title":"Relative to jury instruction in criminal proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to jury instruction in criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S828","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225077,"bill_number":"S497","title":"Resolve to protect pollinator habitat","description":"For legislation to protect pollinator habitat. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S497","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225080,"bill_number":"S590","title":"To require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services","description":"For legislation to require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S590","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225082,"bill_number":"S285","title":"Relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act)","description":"For legislation relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2665","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S285","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1225084,"bill_number":"S508","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S515","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S508","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225085,"bill_number":"S897","title":"To eliminate mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses","description":"For legislation to eliminate mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S897","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225086,"bill_number":"S502","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S502","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225087,"bill_number":"S683","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S683","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225088,"bill_number":"S52","title":"Relative to eligibility for disability services","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility for disability services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S61","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S52/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S52","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225089,"bill_number":"S389","title":"Ensuring municipal participation of the widest eligible range","description":"For legislation to ensure municipal participation of the widest eligible range. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S389","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225090,"bill_number":"S830","title":"Addressing racial disparity in jury selection","description":"For legislation to address racial disparity in jury selection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S830","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225091,"bill_number":"S363","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S363","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225097,"bill_number":"S719","title":"Relative to health care non-discrimination","description":"For legislation relative to health care non-discrimination. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S719","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225098,"bill_number":"S527","title":"To modernize certain provisions of the agricultural preservation restriction program","description":"For legislation to modernize certain provisions of the agricultural preservation restriction program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2520","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S527","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225100,"bill_number":"S79","title":"Promoting sustainable development across the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote sustainable development across the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S79/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S79","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225102,"bill_number":"S816","title":"Providing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation to provide a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2735","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S816","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225103,"bill_number":"S864","title":"Modernizing post-eviction storage procedures","description":"For legislation to modernize post-eviction storage procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S864","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225104,"bill_number":"S563","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S563","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225105,"bill_number":"S761","title":"Relative to transparency in higher education","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4075","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S761","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225106,"bill_number":"S431","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H744","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S431","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225110,"bill_number":"S48","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2426","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S48/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S48","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225112,"bill_number":"S842","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"For legislation relative to child custody arrangements of military personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S842","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225114,"bill_number":"S915","title":"To restore enforcement of civil rights","description":"For legislation to restore enforcement of civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S915","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225116,"bill_number":"S813","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S813","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225117,"bill_number":"S39","title":"Establishing a program to promote infant sleep safety","description":"For legislation to establish a program that promotes infant sleep safety. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S39/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S39","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225118,"bill_number":"S969","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S969","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225119,"bill_number":"S567","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S567","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225120,"bill_number":"S361","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S361","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225122,"bill_number":"S340","title":"Relative to homeless children school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to homeless children school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S340","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225123,"bill_number":"S399","title":"Enhancing disclosure of campaign finance activity by expanding the depository reporting system to include legislative candidates","description":"For legislation to enhance disclosure of campaign finance activity by expanding the depository reporting system to include legislative candidates. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4072","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S399","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225124,"bill_number":"S327","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"For legislation relative to genocide education . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2581","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S327","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225126,"bill_number":"S953","title":"Enhancing data transparency within the prosecutorial system","description":"For legislation to enhance data transparency within the prosecutorial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S953","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225127,"bill_number":"S436","title":"Requiring the establishment of recycling programs for ionization smoke detectors","description":"For legislation to require the establishment of recycling programs for ionization smoke detectors. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S436","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225129,"bill_number":"S782","title":"Relative to the Melinda Stewart Stabilization Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Melinda Stewart Stabilization Act. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S782","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225131,"bill_number":"S416","title":"Relative to election ballots","description":"For legislation relative to election ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2632","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S416","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225134,"bill_number":"S173","title":"To reduce lottery littering","description":"For legislation to reduce lottery littering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S173","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225135,"bill_number":"S553","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate","description":"For legislation to create a maximum allowable check-cashing rate . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S553","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225136,"bill_number":"S685","title":"Relative to accountable care","description":"For legislation relative to accountable care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S685","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225138,"bill_number":"S41","title":"Relative to the well being of children","description":"For legislation relative to the well being of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S41/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S41","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225139,"bill_number":"S667","title":"Improving access to dental care in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve access to dental care in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S667","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225142,"bill_number":"S584","title":"Limiting out of pocket health expenses","description":"For legislation to limit out of pocket health expenses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S584","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225143,"bill_number":"S745","title":"Helping young parents and families","description":"For legislation to help young parents and families. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S745","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225144,"bill_number":"S812","title":"Relative to 40B project lists","description":"For legislation relative to 40B project lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S812","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225145,"bill_number":"S467","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S467","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225147,"bill_number":"S404","title":"Promoting political participation","description":"For legislation to promote political participation. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S404","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225150,"bill_number":"S628","title":"Relative to dental insurance assignment of benefits","description":"For legislation relative to dental insurance assignment of benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S628","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225152,"bill_number":"S688","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2430","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S688","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225153,"bill_number":"S408","title":"Supporting parents running for public office","description":"For legislation to support working parents who choose to run for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S408","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225155,"bill_number":"S110","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2466","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S110","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225156,"bill_number":"S550","title":"Relative to mental health providers","description":"For legislation relative to mental health providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S550","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225158,"bill_number":"S366","title":"Supporting affordable senior housing and services","description":"For legislation to support affordable senior housing and services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2684","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S366","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225159,"bill_number":"S468","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislation relative to outdoor heritage. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S468","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225161,"bill_number":"S380","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S379","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S380","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225165,"bill_number":"S375","title":"To repeal the nursing home tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the nursing home tax. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S375","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225167,"bill_number":"S750","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S750","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225168,"bill_number":"S680","title":"Relative to children with medical complexity","description":"For legislation relative to children with medical complexity. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S680","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225169,"bill_number":"S421","title":"To modernize the central registry of voters","description":"For legislation to modernize the central registry of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S421","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225170,"bill_number":"S471","title":"Relative to hunting near a dwelling","description":"For legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S471","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225171,"bill_number":"S293","title":"Providing for the annual election of members of the Spencer East Brookfield Regional School Committee","description":"For legislation to provide for the annual election of members of the Spencer East Brookfield Regional School Committee. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S293","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225175,"bill_number":"S756","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2539","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S756","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225177,"bill_number":"S398","title":"Relative to candidate reporting requirements","description":"For legislation relative to candidate reporting requirements. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S398","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225178,"bill_number":"S703","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S703","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225179,"bill_number":"S32","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S32/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S32","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225180,"bill_number":"S373","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S373","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225181,"bill_number":"S659","title":"To protect access to invaluable, economical, and necessary treatments","description":"For legislation to protect access to invaluable, economical, and necessary treatments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2364","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S659","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225182,"bill_number":"S839","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S839","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225185,"bill_number":"S918","title":"Relative to civil commitment length of treatment for alcohol and substance use","description":"For legislation relative to civil commitment length of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S918","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225186,"bill_number":"S641","title":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","description":"For legislation relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2777","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S641","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225188,"bill_number":"S752","title":"To ensure higher education student and campus safety","description":"For legislation to ensure higher education student and campus safety. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S752","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225191,"bill_number":"S423","title":"To expand voter access","description":"For legislation to expand voter access. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S423","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225192,"bill_number":"S631","title":"Relative to health insurance penalties","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance penalties. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S631","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225193,"bill_number":"S169","title":"Prohibiting inhumane feline declawing","description":"For legislation to prohibit inhumane feline declawing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S169","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225194,"bill_number":"S475","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S475","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225195,"bill_number":"S141","title":"Relative to licensure of art therapists","description":"For legislation relative to licensure of art therapists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S141","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225197,"bill_number":"S183","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S183","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225200,"bill_number":"S384","title":"To increase voter participation","description":"For legislation to increase voter participation. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S384","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1225202,"bill_number":"S575","title":"To strengthen the state credit union charter","description":"For legislation to strengthen the state credit union charter. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S575","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225205,"bill_number":"S677","title":"To ensure equitable health coverage for children","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable health coverage for children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S677","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225206,"bill_number":"S905","title":"To collect data on LGBTQI prisoners held in restrictive housing","description":"For legislation to collect data on LGBTQI prisoners held in restrictive housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S905","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225208,"bill_number":"S857","title":"Repealing mandatory life without parole","description":"For legislation to repeal mandatory life without parole. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S857","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225209,"bill_number":"S159","title":"To protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2484","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S159","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225210,"bill_number":"S537","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S537","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225211,"bill_number":"S966","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S966","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225212,"bill_number":"S876","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S876","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225214,"bill_number":"S648","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S648","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225216,"bill_number":"S821","title":"To eliminate the public counsel fee","description":"For legislation to eliminate the public counsel fee. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S821","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1225217,"bill_number":"S989","title":"Enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals","description":"For legislation to enhance the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S989","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225219,"bill_number":"S199","title":"Relative to LLC filing fees","description":"For legislation relative to LLC filing fees . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S199","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225220,"bill_number":"S480","title":"Regarding raw milk","description":"For legislation relative to raw milk. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2483","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S480","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225222,"bill_number":"S310","title":"Increasing the Commonwealth's share of the education foundation budget","description":"For legislation to increase the Commonwealth's share of the education foundation budget. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S310","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225223,"bill_number":"S883","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S883","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225224,"bill_number":"S330","title":"Relative to physical and social recess in schools","description":"For legislation relative to physical and social recess in schools . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S330","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225226,"bill_number":"S601","title":"To reduce the cost of pharmacy benefits","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of pharmacy benefits . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S601","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225228,"bill_number":"S510","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislation relative to rules and regulations governing boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2358","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S510","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225231,"bill_number":"S276","title":"Regarding academic acceleration for beyond grade-level students","description":"For legislation regarding academic acceleration for beyond grade-level students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S276","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225232,"bill_number":"S879","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S879","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225233,"bill_number":"S57","title":"Concerning 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S57/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S57","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225235,"bill_number":"S748","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S748","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225239,"bill_number":"S337","title":"Ensuring charter school integrity","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring the integrity of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S337","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225241,"bill_number":"S150","title":"To modernize public accountancy","description":"For legislation to modernize public accountancy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2668","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S150","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225242,"bill_number":"S71","title":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2343","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S71/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S71","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225243,"bill_number":"S793","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S793","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225244,"bill_number":"S655","title":"Relative to ambulance service reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to ambulance service reimbursement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S655","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225246,"bill_number":"S78","title":"Relative to mandated reporters of disabled persons abuse","description":"For legislation relative to mandated reporters of disabled persons abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S78/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S78","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225247,"bill_number":"S28","title":"Allowing spouses to serve as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to spouses as caregivers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S28/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S28","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225248,"bill_number":"S984","title":"To prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents","description":"For legislation to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S984","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225249,"bill_number":"S881","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S881","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225250,"bill_number":"S336","title":"Relative to enhancing special education services delivery","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing special education services delivery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S336","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225255,"bill_number":"S265","title":"Ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education","description":"For legislation to ensure high quality pre-kindergarten education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S265","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225257,"bill_number":"S732","title":"Protecting public health and reducing health care costs","description":"For legislation to protect public health and reduce health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S732","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225258,"bill_number":"S354","title":"Promoting affordability of home care services","description":"For legislation to promote affordability of home care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S354","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225259,"bill_number":"S419","title":"To promote good democracy in primary elections","description":"For legislation to promote good democracy in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S419","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225260,"bill_number":"S952","title":"Modernizing time-share extension and termination procedures","description":"For legislation to modernize time-share extension and termination procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S952","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225261,"bill_number":"S851","title":"Relative to electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaints","description":"For legislation relative to electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaints. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S851","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225262,"bill_number":"S836","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S836","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225267,"bill_number":"S774","title":"Restoring the Commonwealths public housing","description":"For legislation to restore the Commonwealth's public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S774","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225268,"bill_number":"S51","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2489","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S51/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S51","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225272,"bill_number":"S137","title":"Requiring domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain occupations","description":"For legislation relative to domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain licensed occupations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S125","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S137","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225273,"bill_number":"S202","title":"Relative to year-round job creation","description":"For legislation relative to year-round job creation. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S202","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225275,"bill_number":"S859","title":"Relative to juveniles accused of sex offenses","description":"For legislation relative to juveniles accused of sex offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S859","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225276,"bill_number":"S730","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S730","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225277,"bill_number":"S673","title":"Protecting Massachusetts hospitals and health systems","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts hospitals and health systems. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S673","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225278,"bill_number":"S714","title":"Relative to hospital profit and fairness","description":"For legislation relative to hospital profit and fairness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S714","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225281,"bill_number":"S479","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S479","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225282,"bill_number":"S529","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S529","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225283,"bill_number":"S521","title":"Establishing tracking and reporting requirements for Massachusetts transportation fuels and associated greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to establish tracking and reporting requirements for Massachusetts transportation fuels and associated greenhouse gas emissions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S521","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225284,"bill_number":"S315","title":"Relative to cybersecurity education in schools","description":"For legislation relative to cybersecurity education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S315","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225286,"bill_number":"S932","title":"Strengthening identity theft laws","description":"For legislation to strengthen the identity law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S932","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225287,"bill_number":"S991","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S991","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225289,"bill_number":"S803","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S803","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225290,"bill_number":"S108","title":"To protect rental car customers","description":"For legislation relative to toll charges within rental car agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S108","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225291,"bill_number":"S185","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S185","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225295,"bill_number":"S586","title":"Relative to rehabilitation periods for recovering substance abusers","description":"For legislation relative to rehabilitation periods for recovering substance abusers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S586","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225296,"bill_number":"S344","title":"Providing school transportation to homeless children","description":"For legislation relative to reimbursement for transportation costs for homeless students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S344","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225297,"bill_number":"S662","title":"To cap liability related to hospital financial penalties","description":"For legislation to cap liability related to hospital financial penalties. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S662","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225300,"bill_number":"S629","title":"Expanding automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles","description":"For legislation to expand automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S629","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225303,"bill_number":"S385","title":"Allowing election day registration","description":"For legislation to allow election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S385","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225304,"bill_number":"S818","title":"Streamlining housing permitting","description":"For legislation to streamline housing permitting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S818","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225308,"bill_number":"S121","title":"To update the alcohol excise tax","description":"For legislation to update the alcohol excise tax. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S121","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225309,"bill_number":"S465","title":"Relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S465","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225310,"bill_number":"S379","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S379","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225311,"bill_number":"S424","title":"Relative to campaign contribution cycles","description":"For legislation relative to campaign contribution cycles. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S424","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225312,"bill_number":"S990","title":"Relative to improving enforcement for tethering violations","description":"For legislation to improve enforcement for tethering violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S990","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225313,"bill_number":"S570","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S570","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225314,"bill_number":"S919","title":"Relative to a person’s failure to appear in court due to enrollment in rehabilitation or detoxification facility","description":"For legislation relative to the failure to appear in court due to enrollment in rehabilitation or detoxification facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S919","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225315,"bill_number":"S406","title":"Promoting access to democracy in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote access to democracy in Massachusetts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S406","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225319,"bill_number":"S599","title":"To provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs","description":"For legislation to provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S599","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225320,"bill_number":"S535","title":"Relative to maintaining adequate water supplies through effective drought management","description":"For legislation to maintain adequate water supplies through effective drought management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S535","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225321,"bill_number":"S823","title":"Relative to protecting free speech through the anti-slaap law","description":"For legislation to protect free speech through the anti-slaap law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S823","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225325,"bill_number":"S983","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S983","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225326,"bill_number":"S603","title":"Relative to the care and treatment of patients with mitochondrial disease","description":"For legislation relative to the care and treatment of patients with mitochondrial disease. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S603","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225327,"bill_number":"S147","title":"Further regulating the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and salespersons","description":"For legislation further regulating the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and salespersons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S147","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225328,"bill_number":"S135","title":"Relative to the online advertising of pet care services","description":"For legislation relative to the online advertising of pet care services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S135","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225329,"bill_number":"S985","title":"Relative to bullying in public housing","description":"For legislation relative to bullying in public housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S985","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225330,"bill_number":"S204","title":"Establishing an industrial mill building revitalization task force","description":"For legislation to establish an industrial mill building revitalization task force. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S204","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225331,"bill_number":"S76","title":"Relative to the safety, dignity, and civil rights of persons experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation relative to the safety, dignity, and civil rights of persons experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2735","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S76/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S76","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225337,"bill_number":"S351","title":"Relative to liability for medical assistance paid","description":"For legislation relative to liability for medical assistance paid. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S351","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225338,"bill_number":"S898","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/22/2019 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 & A-2","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S898","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225339,"bill_number":"S381","title":"To improve Massachusetts home care","description":"For legislation to improve Massachusetts home care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S381","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225341,"bill_number":"S867","title":"Requiring property owners to bear the cost of relocation assistance","description":"For legislation to require property owners to bear the cost of relocation assistance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S867","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225343,"bill_number":"S939","title":"Relative to sexual harassment","description":"For legislation relative to sexual harassment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S939","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225344,"bill_number":"S900","title":"Relative to expungement","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S900","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225345,"bill_number":"S751","title":"Investing in public higher education","description":"For legislation to invest in public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S751","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225348,"bill_number":"S843","title":"To improve medical decision making","description":"For legislation to improve medical decision making. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3388","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S843","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225349,"bill_number":"S112","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S112","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225350,"bill_number":"S349","title":"Relative to complex care needs for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to complex care needs for seniors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2684","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S349","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225353,"bill_number":"S319","title":"Relative to accommodations for special needs students taking the MCAS examination","description":"For legislation relative to accommodations for special needs students taking the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) examination. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S319","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225354,"bill_number":"S1019","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1019","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225355,"bill_number":"S305","title":"Ensuring language readiness in deaf and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten","description":"For legislation to ensure language readiness in deaf and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S305","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225356,"bill_number":"S425","title":"Relative to ballot modernization","description":"For legislation relative to ballot modernization. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S425","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225357,"bill_number":"S698","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S698","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225361,"bill_number":"S365","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2774","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S365","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225362,"bill_number":"S460","title":"Improving municipal water infrastructure","description":"For legislation to improve municipal water infrastructure. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S460","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225363,"bill_number":"S482","title":"Regarding a farmland protection and viability action plan","description":"For legislation relative to a farmland protection and viability action plan. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S482","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225364,"bill_number":"S978","title":"Relative to the fair treatment of employees","description":"For legislation relative to the fair treatment of employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S978","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225365,"bill_number":"S781","title":"Promoting fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing","description":"For legislation to promote fair housing by preventing discrimination against affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S781","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225368,"bill_number":"S426","title":"Relative to early voting ballots","description":"For legislation relative to early voting ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S426","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225371,"bill_number":"S622","title":"Prohibiting unscrupulous medical referral restrictions","description":"For legislation to prohibit unscrupulous medical referral restrictions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S622","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225373,"bill_number":"S560","title":"Relative to preserving fertility","description":"For legislation relative to preserving fertility . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S560","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225374,"bill_number":"S74","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S74/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S74","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225376,"bill_number":"S712","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S712","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225377,"bill_number":"S376","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2900","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S376","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225378,"bill_number":"S186","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2212","last_action_date":"2019-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S186","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225379,"bill_number":"S1060","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2775","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1060","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225380,"bill_number":"S131","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S131","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225383,"bill_number":"S400","title":"Relative to fair elections","description":"For legislation relative to fair elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S400","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225386,"bill_number":"S483","title":"Relative to encouraging the growth of a healthy forest and wood products sector in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to encouraging the growth of a healthy forest and wood products sector in Massachusetts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S483","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225387,"bill_number":"S69","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S69/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S69","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225388,"bill_number":"S627","title":"Relative to civil liability for improper flood hazard determinations","description":"For legislation relative to civil liability for improper flood hazard determinations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S627","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225389,"bill_number":"S466","title":"Creating a commission to study Willet Pond","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study Willet Pond. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S466","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225390,"bill_number":"S105","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S105","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225391,"bill_number":"S833","title":"Relative to the recording of custodial interrogations","description":"For legislation relative to the recording of custodial interrogations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S833","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225393,"bill_number":"S552","title":"To promote transparency in prescription drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in prescription drug prices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S552","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225394,"bill_number":"S273","title":"Relative to unfunded mandates on public schools","description":"For legislation relative to unfunded mandates on public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S273","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225396,"bill_number":"S810","title":"Relative to affordable housing built near wetlands","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing built near wetlands. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S810","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225400,"bill_number":"S895","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S895","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225401,"bill_number":"S331","title":"To provide child exploitation awareness education","description":"For legislation to provide child exploitation awareness education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S331","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225403,"bill_number":"S85","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"For legislation to establish the MassMade Program. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S85/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S85","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225404,"bill_number":"S583","title":"Relative to group insurance commission procurement","description":"For legislation relative to group insurance commission procurement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S583","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225405,"bill_number":"S653","title":"Relative to prescription drug pricing","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug pricing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S653","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225406,"bill_number":"S411","title":"For political party endorsement reform","description":"For legislation for political party endorsement reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S411","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225408,"bill_number":"S571","title":"Relative to unfair and deceptive insurance practices","description":"For legislation relative to unfair and deceptive insurance practices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S571","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225410,"bill_number":"S461","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer breweries and pub brewers","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S461","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225412,"bill_number":"S777","title":"Relative to local housing authority board member elections","description":"For legislation relative to the election of board members of local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft (Boncore) substituted, see S2440","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S777","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225414,"bill_number":"S432","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S432","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225415,"bill_number":"S321","title":"To relative to charter school reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to charter school reimbursements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S321","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225416,"bill_number":"S525","title":"To ensure consistency in climate adaptation management planning","description":"For legislation to ensure consistency in climate adaptation management planning. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S525","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225417,"bill_number":"S713","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S713","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225419,"bill_number":"S765","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State College Building Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts State College Building Authority. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S765","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225421,"bill_number":"S157","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S157","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225422,"bill_number":"S500","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water in schools","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2503","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S500","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225424,"bill_number":"S224","title":"To regulate sports wagering","description":"For legislation to regulate sports wagering . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S224","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225425,"bill_number":"S754","title":"Requiring institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants","description":"For legislation to require institutions of higher education to provide uniform financial aid information to accepted applicants. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S754","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225427,"bill_number":"S313","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S313","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225430,"bill_number":"S206","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislation relative to innovative communities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S206","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225432,"bill_number":"S264","title":"To support healthy development among preschoolers","description":"For legislation to support healthy development among preschoolers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S264","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225434,"bill_number":"S257","title":"To expand access to school meals","description":"For legislation to expand access to school lunch. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2664","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S257","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225436,"bill_number":"S230","title":"Relative to economic development and generating revenue","description":"For legislation relative to economic development and generating revenue. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2575","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S230","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225440,"bill_number":"S441","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the noise effects of hunting migratory game birds in neighborhoods and communities within established coastal zones","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to study the noise effects of hunting migratory game birds in neighborhoods and communities within established coastal zones. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S441","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225441,"bill_number":"S409","title":"Lowering the voting age for state and local elections with guardian consent","description":"For legislation to lower the voting age for state and local elections with guardian consent. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S409","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225442,"bill_number":"S287","title":"To improve the excellence to teaching programs","description":"For legislation to improve the excellence to teaching programs. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S287","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225443,"bill_number":"S329","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S329","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225444,"bill_number":"S72","title":"To increase the safety of individuals with disabilities living in group homes","description":"For legislation to increase the safety of individuals with disabilities living in group homes. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2343","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S72/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S72","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225447,"bill_number":"S154","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2484","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S154","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225448,"bill_number":"S829","title":"Eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses","description":"For legislation to eliminate mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S829","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225449,"bill_number":"S132","title":"Relative to motor vehicle warranties","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle warranties. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S132","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225451,"bill_number":"S772","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S772","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225452,"bill_number":"S670","title":"To study disparities in health care resulting from changes in marital status","description":"For legislation to order a study on disparities in health care arising out of a change in marital status. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S670","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225457,"bill_number":"S555","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S555","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225458,"bill_number":"S151","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4298","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S151","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225459,"bill_number":"S307","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S307","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225460,"bill_number":"S716","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S716","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225461,"bill_number":"S394","title":"Relative to political contributions","description":"For legislation relative to political campaign contributions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S394","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225462,"bill_number":"S70","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a new draft, see H140","last_action_date":"2019-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S70/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S70","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225467,"bill_number":"S654","title":"To strengthen pharmacy benefit management","description":"For legislation to strengthen pharmacy benefit management. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S654","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225468,"bill_number":"S534","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"For legislation to protect research animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2463","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S534","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225469,"bill_number":"S143","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S143","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225470,"bill_number":"S490","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"For legislation to promote awareness of sewage pollution in public waters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3976","last_action_date":"2019-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S490","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225472,"bill_number":"S469","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S469","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225473,"bill_number":"S188","title":"Relative to privacy protection for minors","description":"For legislation relative to privacy protection for minors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S188","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225475,"bill_number":"S596","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S596","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225476,"bill_number":"S922","title":"Relative to juvenile violence","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile sexual abuse and violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S922","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225477,"bill_number":"S873","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S873","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225481,"bill_number":"S433","title":"Establishing the commission for a climate-ready commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish the commission for a climate-ready commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S433","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225483,"bill_number":"S35","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S35/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S35","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225484,"bill_number":"S413","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S413","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225485,"bill_number":"S608","title":"To protect credit unions","description":"For legislation to protect credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S608","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225486,"bill_number":"S920","title":"Relative to the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases","description":"For legislation relative to the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S920","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225488,"bill_number":"S614","title":"To help patients and reduce healthcare costs by ensuring patient adherence to medications","description":"For legislation relative to medication synchronization. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S614","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225489,"bill_number":"S98","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S98/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S98","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1225490,"bill_number":"S557","title":"Relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief","description":"For legislation relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S557","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225492,"bill_number":"S1057","title":"To require sexual harassment training","description":"For legislation to require sexual harassment training. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1057","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225493,"bill_number":"S797","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S797","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225496,"bill_number":"S894","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S894","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225497,"bill_number":"S149","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. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S149","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225498,"bill_number":"S506","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S506","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225502,"bill_number":"S735","title":"Relative to structural health care oversight and reform","description":"For legislation relative to structural health care oversight and reform. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S735","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225503,"bill_number":"S221","title":"To invest in Massachusetts citizens","description":"For legislation to invest in Massachusetts citizens. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S221","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225504,"bill_number":"S362","title":"Relative to rest homes","description":"For legislation to establish regulations at rest homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S362","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225508,"bill_number":"S645","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. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S645","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225509,"bill_number":"S617","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S617","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225510,"bill_number":"S727","title":"Relative to spouses as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to spouses as caregivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S727","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225513,"bill_number":"S1067","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2310","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1067","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225514,"bill_number":"S415","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S415","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225515,"bill_number":"S592","title":"Relative to consumer transparency about provider networks","description":"For legislation relative to consumer transparency about provider networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S592","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225518,"bill_number":"S1045","title":"To ensure minimum wage and paid family medical leave benefits for municipal employees","description":"For legislation to ensure minimum wage and paid family medical leave benefits for municipal employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2936","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1045","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225520,"bill_number":"S709","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S709","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225521,"bill_number":"S195","title":"Relative to protecting residential electric customers","description":"For legislation to protect residential electric customers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S195","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225522,"bill_number":"S99","title":"Relative to home inspections","description":"For legislation relative to home inspections. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4297","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S99/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S99","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225523,"bill_number":"S95","title":"To promote livable communities","description":"For legislation to promote livable communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S95/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S95","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225525,"bill_number":"S374","title":"Relative to the safety of seniors in assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of seniors in assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S374","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225528,"bill_number":"S371","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S371","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225530,"bill_number":"S339","title":"To promote alternative dispute resolution for students","description":"For legislation to promote alternative dispute resolution for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S339","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225531,"bill_number":"S770","title":"Establishing a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology","description":"For legislation to establishing a special commission to review opportunities to reduce the costs of higher education by improving the utilization of digital learning technology. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S770","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225533,"bill_number":"S832","title":"Relative to the reliability of testifying informants","description":"For legislation relative to the reliability of testifying informants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S832","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225534,"bill_number":"S526","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S526","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225536,"bill_number":"S477","title":"Promoting snowmobiling sustainability","description":"For legislation to promote snowmobiling sustainability. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2281","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S477","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225537,"bill_number":"S937","title":"Relative to treatment, not imprisonment","description":"For legislation relative to treatment, not imprisonment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S937","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225538,"bill_number":"S152","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2467","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S152","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225541,"bill_number":"S277","title":"Require the use of a computer-adaptive assessment to identify student achievement, growth, and for education system accountability","description":"For legislation to require the use of a computer-adaptive assessment to identify student achievement, growth, and for education system accountability. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S277","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225542,"bill_number":"S447","title":"Empowering towns and cities to protect residents and the environment from harmful pesticides","description":"For legislation to empower towns and cities to protect residents and the environment from harmful pesticides. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S447","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225545,"bill_number":"S767","title":"Relative to UMass tuition credit","description":"For legislation relative to UMass tuition credit. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S767","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225546,"bill_number":"S652","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical \"gag clauses\"","description":"For legislation relative to pharmaceutical \"gag clauses\". Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S652","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225547,"bill_number":"S212","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Open Data Standard","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Open Data Standard. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S212","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225548,"bill_number":"S181","title":"Relative to retail transactions","description":"For legislation relative to retail transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S181","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225549,"bill_number":"S428","title":"Relative to promoting voter engagement","description":"For legislation to promote voter engagement. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S428","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225552,"bill_number":"S849","title":"Relative to governmental and charitable tort liability","description":"For legislation relative to governmental and charitable tort liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S849","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225553,"bill_number":"S228","title":"Relative to gaming","description":"For legislation relative to gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2575","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S228","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225554,"bill_number":"S238","title":"Providing rightful opportunities and meaningful investment for successful and equitable education","description":"For legislation to provide rightful opportunities and meaningful investment for successful and equitable education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S238","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225555,"bill_number":"S328","title":"Creating a grant program on alternative assessment models","description":"For legislation to create a grant program on alternative assessment models . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S328","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225556,"bill_number":"S699","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S699","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225560,"bill_number":"S623","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"For legislation relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S623","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225562,"bill_number":"S360","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S360","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225563,"bill_number":"S763","title":"Relative to public safety on private college and university campuses","description":"For legislation relative to public safety on private college and university campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S763/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S763","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225565,"bill_number":"S145","title":"Further regulating thoroughbred breeding","description":"For legislation to further regulate thoroughbred breeding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2238","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S145","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225566,"bill_number":"S197","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S197","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225567,"bill_number":"S949","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S949","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225568,"bill_number":"S820","title":"Relative to accessory dwelling units","description":"For legislation relative to accessory dwelling units. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S820","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225570,"bill_number":"S531","title":"Relative to pesticide applications","description":"For legislation relative to pesticide applications. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S531","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225573,"bill_number":"S296","title":"Relative to student assessment data","description":"For legislation relative to student assessment data. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S296","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225577,"bill_number":"S495","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2388","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S495","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225578,"bill_number":"S1004","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1004","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225579,"bill_number":"S104","title":"Relative to Craft Brewers","description":"For legislation relative to Craft Brewers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2829","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S104","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225580,"bill_number":"S620","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S620","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225581,"bill_number":"S860","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S860","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225583,"bill_number":"S161","title":"To ensure driver privacy with electronic tolling","description":"For legislation to ensure driver privacy with electronic tolling. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S161","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225584,"bill_number":"S800","title":"Resolve establishing a task force to study racial disparities in home ownership and reducing the wealth gap","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to study racial disparities in home ownership and reducing the wealth gap. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S800","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225586,"bill_number":"S737","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S737","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225587,"bill_number":"S94","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S94/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S94","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225588,"bill_number":"S341","title":"Relative to the creation of a Educational Unfunded Mandate Task Force","description":"For legislation to create an Educational Unfunded Mandate Task Force. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S341","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225591,"bill_number":"S1018","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1018","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225593,"bill_number":"S82","title":"Promoting open space residential development","description":"For legislation to promote open space residential development. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S82/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S82","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225594,"bill_number":"S723","title":"Empowering patients and entrepreneurs with real transparency on cost","description":"For legislation to empower patients and entrepreneurs with real transparency on cost. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S723","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225595,"bill_number":"S755","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S755","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225597,"bill_number":"S295","title":"Accounting for technological privacy and safety in schools with local and state committees","description":"For legislation to account for technological privacy and safety in schools with local and state committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S295","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225599,"bill_number":"S731","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S731","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225600,"bill_number":"S591","title":"Relative to long-term care insurance consumer protections","description":"For legislation relative to long-term care insurance consumer protections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S591","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225601,"bill_number":"S572","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S572","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225604,"bill_number":"S190","title":"Relative to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks","description":"For legislation to enhance Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S190","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225605,"bill_number":"S61","title":"Relative to persons with developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S61/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S61","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225606,"bill_number":"S55","title":"Relative to applied behavior analysis services","description":"For legislation relative to applied behavior analysis services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S55/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S55","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225610,"bill_number":"S848","title":"Relative to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court","description":"For legislation to determine the best interest of children in probate and family court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S848","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225611,"bill_number":"S740","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S740","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225612,"bill_number":"S269","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S269","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225613,"bill_number":"S283","title":"Relative to carbon monoxide detectors in schools","description":"For legislation relative to carbon monoxide detectors in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4426","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S283","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225616,"bill_number":"S244","title":"Relative to mental health education","description":"For legislation relative to mental health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S244","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225617,"bill_number":"S838","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S838","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225618,"bill_number":"S512","title":"Relative to the financing of dredging projects","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S512","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225619,"bill_number":"S1046","title":"Relative to employees of private railroads","description":"For legislation relative to employees of private railroads. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1046","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225621,"bill_number":"S498","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S520","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S498","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225625,"bill_number":"S210","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts future of work commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts future of work commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S210","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225626,"bill_number":"S127","title":"Modernizing Lottery payment options","description":"For legislation to modernize Lottery payment options. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H202","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S127","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225627,"bill_number":"S90","title":"Relative to a municipality’s right of first refusal of agricultural and recreational land","description":"For legislation relative to a municipality’s right of first refusal of agricultural and recreational land. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S90/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S90","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225629,"bill_number":"S203","title":"Relative to athletic recreation facilities","description":"For legislation relative to athletic recreation facilities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2537","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S203","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225630,"bill_number":"S158","title":"Relative to one day alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"For legislation relative to one day alcoholic beverage licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S158","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225631,"bill_number":"S660","title":"Requiring the Office of Health Equity to examine health disparities including disability status and gender in five years","description":"For legislation to promote health equality. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S660","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1225632,"bill_number":"S602","title":"To establish the Massachusetts secure choice retirement program and expand the Massachusetts CORE plan to all employers","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts secure choice retirement program and expand the Massachusetts CORE plan to all employers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S602","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225633,"bill_number":"S847","title":"Related to indigency","description":"For legislation relative to indigency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S847","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225634,"bill_number":"S651","title":"Relative to health purchasing cooperatives","description":"For legislation relative to health purchasing cooperatives. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S651","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225636,"bill_number":"S278","title":"Prohibiting against age discrimination within the public schools","description":"For legislation to prohibit against age discrimination within the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S278","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225639,"bill_number":"S715","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical price transparency and cost sharing","description":"For legislation relative to pharmaceutical price transparency and cost sharing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S715","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225643,"bill_number":"S473","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2501","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S473","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225644,"bill_number":"S198","title":"Establishing the licensure of interpreters and oral transliterators for the deaf","description":"For legislation to establish the licensure of interpreters and oral transliterators for the deaf. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S198","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225645,"bill_number":"S504","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S504","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225646,"bill_number":"S435","title":"Regarding agricultural composting programs","description":"For legislation relative to agricultural composting programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S435","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225648,"bill_number":"S933","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S933","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225649,"bill_number":"S240","title":"Relative to universal prekindergarten access","description":"For legislation relative to universal prekindergarten access. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S240","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225651,"bill_number":"S40","title":"Relative to foster kids","description":"For legislation relative to foster children school enrollment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S40/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S40","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225652,"bill_number":"S243","title":"To prioritize violence prevention and social emotional health in school support staff hiring","description":"For legislation to prioritize violence prevention and social emotional health in school support staff hiring. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S243","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225656,"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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S60/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S60","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225657,"bill_number":"S245","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"For legislation to concern athletic activities of students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S245","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225658,"bill_number":"S757","title":"Establishing a community college campus hunger pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a community college campus hunger pilot program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S757","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225659,"bill_number":"S863","title":"To prevent 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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S863","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225660,"bill_number":"S786","title":"To guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal","description":"For legislation to guarantee a tenant’s first right of refusal. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S786","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225663,"bill_number":"S929","title":"Concerning sexual harassment policies in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation concerning sexual harassment policies in the commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S929","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225664,"bill_number":"S962","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1475","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S962","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225666,"bill_number":"S139","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4298","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S139","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225667,"bill_number":"S179","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2669","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S179","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225668,"bill_number":"S205","title":"Relative to the Rural Policy Advisory Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the Rural Policy Advisory Commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S205","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225670,"bill_number":"S109","title":"Establishing an online lottery","description":"For legislation to establish an online lottery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S109","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225673,"bill_number":"S644","title":"Relative to vacated foreclosed residential property","description":"For legislation relative to vacated foreclosed residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S644","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225674,"bill_number":"S517","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S517","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225677,"bill_number":"S896","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S896","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225678,"bill_number":"S606","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2660","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S606","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225680,"bill_number":"S640","title":"To ensure access to generic medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to generic medications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S640","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225681,"bill_number":"S778","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S778","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225682,"bill_number":"S846","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S846","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225683,"bill_number":"S607","title":"Reducing the financial burden of surprise medical bills for patients","description":"For legislation to reduce the financial burden of surprise medical bills for patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S607","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225686,"bill_number":"S488","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S467","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S488","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225688,"bill_number":"S546","title":"Improving lives by ensuring access to brain injury treatment","description":"For legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S546","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225690,"bill_number":"S783","title":"Relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing","description":"For legislation relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2529","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S783","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225692,"bill_number":"S872","title":"Making corrections to the adopted children's act","description":"For legislation relative to the adoption of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S872","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225693,"bill_number":"S880","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S880","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225694,"bill_number":"S239","title":"Providing opportunity for youth with substance abuse needs","description":"For legislation to prove opportunity for youth with substance abuse needs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S239","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225695,"bill_number":"S235","title":"Improving students' access to life saving treatments","description":"For legislation relative to the administration of diabetes medication. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S235","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225696,"bill_number":"S402","title":"Relating to contribution fairness","description":"For legislation relative to contribution fairness. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S402","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225697,"bill_number":"S103","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compacts","description":"For legislation relative to nurse licensure compacts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2682","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S103","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225698,"bill_number":"S437","title":"Relative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks","description":"For legislation relative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S437","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225701,"bill_number":"S455","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S522","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S455","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225704,"bill_number":"S1048","title":"Establishing the refusal to provide certain records as an unfair labor practice","description":"For legislation to establish the refusal to provide certain records as an unfair labor practice. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1048","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225705,"bill_number":"S1025","title":"Relative to crimes relating to distribution of controlled substances causing death","description":"For legislation relative to crimes relating to distribution of controlled substances causing death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1025","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225708,"bill_number":"S700","title":"Providing transparency for patients receiving care at hospital-based facilities","description":"For legislation relative to transparency for patients receiving care at hospital-based facilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S700","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225711,"bill_number":"S930","title":"Relative to statutes of repose","description":"For legislation relative to statutes of repose. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S930","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225712,"bill_number":"S776","title":"Commissioning a study to increase regional housing production","description":"For legislation to commission a study to increase regional housing production. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S776","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1225713,"bill_number":"S231","title":"Relative to sports wagering","description":"For legislation relative to sports wagering. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S231","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225715,"bill_number":"S744","title":"To guarantee debt-free public higher education","description":"For legislation to guarantee debt-free public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S744","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225716,"bill_number":"S610","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"For legislation to increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2295","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S610","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225719,"bill_number":"S796","title":"Relative to affordable housing","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S796","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225721,"bill_number":"S439","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H743","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S439","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225722,"bill_number":"S538","title":"Relative to the protection of the environment and waste water treatment systems","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of the environment and waste water treatment systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S538","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225723,"bill_number":"S412","title":"For Primary Election Reform","description":"For legislation for Primary Election Reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S412","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225725,"bill_number":"S420","title":"Providing a local option for ranked choice voting in municipal elections","description":"For legislation to provide a local option for ranked choice voting in municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S420","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225726,"bill_number":"S334","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S334","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225728,"bill_number":"S637","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S637","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225729,"bill_number":"S43","title":"Establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2723","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S43/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S43","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225730,"bill_number":"S516","title":"Relative to waterways permitting","description":"For legislation relative to waterways permitting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S516","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225731,"bill_number":"S119","title":"Relative to kosher food signage","description":"For legislation relative to kosher food signage. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H196","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S119","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225732,"bill_number":"S284","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S284","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225734,"bill_number":"S890","title":"To protect the privacy of crime victims","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of crime victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3455","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S890","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225735,"bill_number":"S779","title":"Creating a multi-family housing incentive pilot program","description":"For legislation to create a multi-family housing incentive pilot program. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S779","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225736,"bill_number":"S242","title":"To accelerate student success through expanded learning time","description":"For legislation to accelerate student success through expanded learning time. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S242","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225737,"bill_number":"S160","title":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a student loan bill of rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefore a new draft, see S2595 and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S160","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225740,"bill_number":"S359","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S359","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225742,"bill_number":"S254","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S254","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225743,"bill_number":"S458","title":"Relative to notification of potential water pollution in the Merrimack River","description":"For legislation relative to notification of potential water pollution in the Merrimack River. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S458","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225744,"bill_number":"S981","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S981","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225745,"bill_number":"S676","title":"Relative to MassHealth provider reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to MassHealth provider reimbursement. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S676","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225748,"bill_number":"S481","title":"Defining \"Farmers Market\"","description":"For legislation to define \"Farmers Market\". Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S481","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225749,"bill_number":"S769","title":"Establishing the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S769","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225752,"bill_number":"S298","title":"Relative to the financial impact of charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to the financial impact of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S298","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225754,"bill_number":"S193","title":"Relative to retail liquor sales to caterers","description":"For legislation relative to retail liquor sales to caterers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S193","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225755,"bill_number":"S229","title":"Creating a special commission on sports gaming","description":"For legislation to create a special commission on sports gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4559","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S229","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225757,"bill_number":"S916","title":"Relative to housing court jurisdiction","description":"For legislation relative to housing court jurisdiction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S916","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225758,"bill_number":"S687","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S687","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
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{"bill_id":1225761,"bill_number":"S598","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S598","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
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{"bill_id":1225765,"bill_number":"S378","title":"Resolve relative to a special community care retirement communities commission","description":"For legislation relative to a special community care retirement communities commission. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S378","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
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{"bill_id":1225769,"bill_number":"S434","title":"Establishing a special commission to improve the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to improve the Department of Conservation and Recreation . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S434","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225770,"bill_number":"S613","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for PANDAS/PANS","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2935","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S613","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225771,"bill_number":"S271","title":"Relative to school services for certain 22 year-old students","description":"For legislation relative to school services for certain 22 year-old students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S271","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225775,"bill_number":"S117","title":"Relative to speech language pathologists","description":"For legislation relative to speech language pathologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S117","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
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{"bill_id":1225780,"bill_number":"S798","title":"Relative to credit building","description":"For legislation relative to credit building. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S798","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225782,"bill_number":"S861","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"For legislation to protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S861","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225783,"bill_number":"S68","title":"Relative to supporting families dealing with sudden infant death syndrome","description":"For legislation relative to supporting families dealing with sudden infant death syndrome. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2590","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S68/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S68","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225784,"bill_number":"S133","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights","description":"For legislation to enhance, update and protect the 2013 motor vehicle right to repair law and consumer rights. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S133","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225785,"bill_number":"S536","title":"Relative to pesticide applications","description":"For legislation relative to pesticide applications. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S536","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225786,"bill_number":"S464","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S464","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225787,"bill_number":"S454","title":"To improve notice requirements of hazardous waste release","description":"For legislation to improve notice requirements of hazardous waste release. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S454","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225788,"bill_number":"S256","title":"To promote student nutrition","description":"For legislation to promote student nutrition. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2664","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S256","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225792,"bill_number":"S710","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S710","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225793,"bill_number":"S306","title":"To strengthen charter school data reporting","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening charter school data reporting. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S306","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225794,"bill_number":"S760","title":"Relative to early college high schools","description":"For legislation relative to early college high schools. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2737","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S760","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225797,"bill_number":"S509","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S509","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225798,"bill_number":"S987","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S987","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225799,"bill_number":"S418","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S418","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225800,"bill_number":"S612","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"For legislation to advance and expand access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2769","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S612","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225801,"bill_number":"S155","title":"Relevant to the regulation of farm rides","description":"For legislation to regulate farm rides. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S155","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225804,"bill_number":"S44","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2750","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S44/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S44","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225805,"bill_number":"S223","title":"To responsibly protect employment and revenue derived from the Commonwealth's gaming industry","description":"For legislation responsibly protect employment and revenue derived from the Commonwealth's gaming industry. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2575","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S223","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225806,"bill_number":"S869","title":"Encouraging the donation of food to persons in need","description":"For legislation relative to donations of food to persons in need. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1475","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S869","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225809,"bill_number":"S485","title":"Authorizing the establishment of old growth forest reserves","description":"For legislation to establish old growth forest reserves in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S485","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225812,"bill_number":"S302","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S302","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1225813,"bill_number":"S666","title":"Administering national standards to Medicaid medical necessity reviews","description":"For legislation to administer national standards to Medicaid medical necessity reviews. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S666","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225814,"bill_number":"S668","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S668","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225815,"bill_number":"S42","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S42/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S42","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225818,"bill_number":"S97","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. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S97/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S97","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225819,"bill_number":"S706","title":"To ensure prescription drug cost transparency and affordability","description":"For legislation to ensure prescription drug cost transparency and affordability. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S706","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225820,"bill_number":"S589","title":"Relative to limits on insurers’ retroactive clawbacks for mental health and substance use disorder services","description":"For legislation relative to limits on insurers’ retroactive clawbacks for mental health and substance use disorder services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S589","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225821,"bill_number":"S299","title":"Implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act","description":"For legislation to implement the Every Student Succeeds Act. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S299","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225822,"bill_number":"S554","title":"Relative to licensure simplification","description":"For legislation relative to licensure simplification . Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S554","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225823,"bill_number":"S854","title":"Relative to obsolete court records","description":"For legislation relative to obsolete court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S854","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225826,"bill_number":"S427","title":"To fairly fund early voting","description":"For legislation to fairly fund early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S427","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225827,"bill_number":"S579","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts infrastructure bank","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts infrastructure bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S579","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225830,"bill_number":"S144","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S144","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225831,"bill_number":"S288","title":"Relative to affordable and accessible high quality early education and care","description":"For legislation relative to affordable and accessible high quality early education and care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S288","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225832,"bill_number":"S478","title":"Relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2253","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S478","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225833,"bill_number":"S407","title":"Allowing delivery of ballot question petitions to the Secretary of State by registrars and restricting payments per signature","description":"For legislation to allow delivery of ballot question petitions to the Secretary of State by registrars and restricting payments per signature. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S407","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225834,"bill_number":"S266","title":"To improve literacy skills","description":"For legislation to improve literacy skills. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S266","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1225835,"bill_number":"S395","title":"Improving knowledge about voting rights","description":"For legislation to improve knowledge about voting rights. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S395","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225836,"bill_number":"S189","title":"Relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission","description":"For legislation relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S189","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225837,"bill_number":"S115","title":"Relative to identity fraud","description":"For legislation relative to identity fraud. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S115","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225854,"bill_number":"S1475","title":"Relative to restoration to service","description":"For legislation relative to restoration to service for certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1475","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225855,"bill_number":"S1825","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1825","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225856,"bill_number":"S2115","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2115","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225857,"bill_number":"S1859","title":"To support educational collaboratives","description":"For legislation to support educational collaboratives. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H525","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1859","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225858,"bill_number":"S1013","title":"To promote efficiency in co-parent adoptions","description":"For legislation promote efficiency in co-parent adoptions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1485","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1013","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225859,"bill_number":"S1689","title":"Encouraging employer student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1689","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1225860,"bill_number":"S2057","title":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices","description":"For legislation relative to hands free cell phone devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2198","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2057","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225861,"bill_number":"S2045","title":"Concerning photo enforcement of certain traffic violations","description":"For legislation concerning photo enforcement of certain traffic violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2045","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225862,"bill_number":"S1376","title":"Relative to automated enforcement","description":"For legislation relative to automated enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Postponed to Friday, July 31, 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1376","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1225863,"bill_number":"S1892","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of establishing a municipal building financing authority","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1892","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225864,"bill_number":"S2059","title":"Establishing a feasibility study to expand rapid transit to Lynn","description":"For legislation to establish a feasibility study to expand rapid transit to Lynn. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2059","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1225865,"bill_number":"S2093","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2093","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225866,"bill_number":"S1719","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2550","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1719","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225867,"bill_number":"S2067","title":"Relative to driver education","description":"For legislation relative to driver education. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2067","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225868,"bill_number":"S1513","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1513","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225869,"bill_number":"S1853","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1853","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225870,"bill_number":"S1590","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1590","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225871,"bill_number":"S1972","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1972","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225872,"bill_number":"S1539","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1539","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225873,"bill_number":"S1555","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 the committee for public counsel services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1555","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225874,"bill_number":"S1774","title":"Dedicating a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns","description":"For legislation to dedicate a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1774","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225876,"bill_number":"S1985","title":"Relative to the Energy Facilities Siting Board","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Energy Facilities Siting Board within the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1985","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225877,"bill_number":"S2163","title":"Resolutions for a United States Constitutional Amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge, Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Christopher Hendricks, Paul A. Schmid, III and other members of the General Court for the adoption of Resolutions for a United States Constitutional Amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolutions reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2163","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225878,"bill_number":"S1378","title":"Relative to traffic and pedestrian stop data","description":"For legislation relative to traffic and pedestrian stop data. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1378","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225879,"bill_number":"S1852","title":"Regarding Huntington's Disease Awareness Month","description":"For legislation relative to Huntington's Disease Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1852","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225880,"bill_number":"S1966","title":"To promote gas safety","description":"For legislation to promote gas safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1966","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225881,"bill_number":"S1970","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1970","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225882,"bill_number":"S1565","title":"Providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy","description":"For legislation to provide survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4826","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1565","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225883,"bill_number":"S1531","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1531","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225884,"bill_number":"S2162","title":"Providing for payment by the Commonwealth of wages for members of the United States Coast Guard during the shut-down, so-called, of the United States Government","description":"For legislation to provide payment by the Commonwealth of wages for members of the United States Coast Guard during the shut-down, so-called, of the United States Government. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2162","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225885,"bill_number":"S1255","title":"Relative to workforce development and patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to workforce development and patient safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1255","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225886,"bill_number":"S1222","title":"Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy","description":"For legislation relative to the board of registration in naturopathy. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1864","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1222","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1225887,"bill_number":"S1520","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1520","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225888,"bill_number":"S1105","title":"Relative to plant relocation","description":"For legislation relative to plant relocation and severance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1105","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225889,"bill_number":"S2013","title":"Ensuring public safety at natural gas sites","description":"For legislation to ensure public safety at natural gas sites. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2013","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225890,"bill_number":"S1899","title":"Promoting governmental efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote governmental efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2725","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1899","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1225892,"bill_number":"S1278","title":"Relative to the advanced nursing practice","description":"For legislation relative to the advanced nursing practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1278","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225893,"bill_number":"S2178","title":"Relative to the United States Cadet Nurse Corps Day","description":"For legislation relative to the United States Cadet Nurse Corps Day. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2178","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225894,"bill_number":"S1943","title":"Relative to responsible emergency planning","description":"For legislation relative to responsible emergency planning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1943","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225895,"bill_number":"S1007","title":"Relative to vandalism and tagging","description":"For legislation relative to vandalism and tagging. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1007","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225896,"bill_number":"S2169","title":"Resolve for memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO, and public education regarding this subject matter","description":"For legislation to memorialize the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO, and public education regarding this subject matter. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2169","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225897,"bill_number":"S1688","title":"Relative to lot rent abatement for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to lot rent abatement for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1688","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225899,"bill_number":"S1645","title":"Mitigating water resource impacts","description":"For legislation to mitigate water resource impacts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1645","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225900,"bill_number":"S1523","title":"Relative to protecting local retirees","description":"For legislation relative to protecting local retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2321","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1523","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1225901,"bill_number":"S1432","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"For legislation relative to sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1432","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225902,"bill_number":"S1015","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1015","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225903,"bill_number":"S1810","title":"Relative to employment of persons with disabilities on state contracts","description":"For legislation relative to employment of persons with disabilities on state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1810","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225904,"bill_number":"S2133","title":"Relative to temporary registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to temporary registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2133","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225905,"bill_number":"S2142","title":"Relative to hardship licenses for first time offenders","description":"For legislation relative to hardship licenses for first time offenders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2142","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225906,"bill_number":"S2146","title":"Relative to charitable donation of automobiles","description":"For legislation relative to charitable donation of automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2146","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225907,"bill_number":"S1351","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1351","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225908,"bill_number":"S1040","title":"Relative to increased penalties for assault, assault and battery, stalking, and criminal harassment at youth sporting events","description":"For legislation to increase penalties for assault, assault and battery, stalking, and criminal harassment at youth sporting events. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1040","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225909,"bill_number":"S1992","title":"Establishing funding to provide moneys for postclosure activities at nuclear power station","description":"For legislation to establish funding to provide moneys for postclosure activities at nuclear power station. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1992","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225910,"bill_number":"S1808","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1808","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225911,"bill_number":"S1904","title":"Observing United States Navy Day","description":"For legislation to observe Unites States Navy Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1904","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225912,"bill_number":"S1835","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/01/2019 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1835","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225913,"bill_number":"S1885","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"For legislation to define fraud in public construction bid laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1885","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225914,"bill_number":"S1142","title":"Relative to psychotropic medication","description":"For legislation relative to 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1142","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225915,"bill_number":"S1674","title":"Improving the affordability of child care","description":"For legislation to improve the affordability of child care . Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1674","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225916,"bill_number":"S1110","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2936","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1110","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225918,"bill_number":"S1547","title":"To ensure fair public higher education workplaces","description":"For legislation to ensure fair public higher education workplaces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1547","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225919,"bill_number":"S2014","title":"To sustain natural and working lands carbon in communities","description":"For legislation to sustain natural and working lands carbon in communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2014","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225920,"bill_number":"S1831","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by special commission relative to the one-day solemnizer rule","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by special commission relative to the one-day solemnizer rule. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1831","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225922,"bill_number":"S1257","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1257","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225923,"bill_number":"S940","title":"To reduce recidivism among emerging adults","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism among emerging adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S940","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225924,"bill_number":"S1132","title":"Dedicating one-percent of the recreational marijuana excise tax to youth substance use prevention","description":"For legislation to dedicate one-percent of the recreational marijuana excise to youth substance use prevention. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1132","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225925,"bill_number":"S911","title":"Relative to Trial Court data collection","description":"For legislation relative to Trial Court data collection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S911","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225926,"bill_number":"S1141","title":"Relative to best practices for sober homes","description":"For legislation relative to best practices for sober homes. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1141","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225927,"bill_number":"S1104","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1104","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225928,"bill_number":"S1953","title":"Creating a Department of Utilities Disaster Relief Fund","description":"For legislation to create a Department of Utilities Disaster Relief Fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1953","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1225929,"bill_number":"S1960","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1960","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225930,"bill_number":"S2084","title":"Relative to street rods and custom vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to street rods and custom vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2084","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225931,"bill_number":"S1634","title":"Relative to a bifurcated property tax","description":"For legislation relative to a bifurcated property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1634","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225933,"bill_number":"S1081","title":"Ensuring that employees of companies that receive large tax breaks are paid a prevailing wage","description":"For legislation to ensure that employees of companies that receive large tax breaks are paid a prevailing wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2714","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1081","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1225934,"bill_number":"S1107","title":"To clarify employer sanctions for improper expenditure of withholdings or deductions from wages","description":"For legislation to clarify employer sanctions for improper expenditure of withholdings or deductions from wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1107","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225935,"bill_number":"S1144","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2891","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1144","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225936,"bill_number":"S1968","title":"Relative to the failure to remove existing utility poles","description":"For legislation relative to the failure to remove existing utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1968","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1225937,"bill_number":"S1438","title":"Relative to oversight of the sex offender registry board","description":"For legislation relative to oversight of the sex offender registry board . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1438","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225938,"bill_number":"S1320","title":"To conduct a public health study of synthetic drugs in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to conduct a public health study of synthetic drugs in the commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1320","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225939,"bill_number":"S2139","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2139","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225940,"bill_number":"S2179","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for certain veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2179","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225941,"bill_number":"S1609","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1609","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225942,"bill_number":"S1354","title":"Resolve establishing an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2808","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1354","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1225943,"bill_number":"S1678","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1678","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225944,"bill_number":"S1770","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1770","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1225946,"bill_number":"S946","title":"Relative to the Gardner District Court","description":"For legislation relative to the Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1589","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S946","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225947,"bill_number":"S1815","title":"Relative to safety at the Bayside Property","description":"For legislation relative to safety at the Bayside Property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1815","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1225948,"bill_number":"S1649","title":"Promoting student loan repayment","description":"For legislation to promote student loan repayment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1649","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225949,"bill_number":"S1502","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of certain Plymouth county sheriff's department employees","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement classification of certain Plymouth county sheriff's department employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2333","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1502/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1502","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225950,"bill_number":"S1108","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"For legislation relative to consumers and workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1108","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225951,"bill_number":"S1986","title":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE)","description":"For legislation to promote efficiency in the use of certain natural resources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2478","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1986","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225952,"bill_number":"S1422","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1422","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225953,"bill_number":"S2119","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2119","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1225954,"bill_number":"S1675","title":"Relative to gaming revenue and the Massachusetts Cultural Council","description":"For legislation relative to gaming revenue and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1675","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1225955,"bill_number":"S1596","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1596","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1225956,"bill_number":"S1423","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1423","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225957,"bill_number":"S1186","title":"Relative to the Burncoat Pond Watershed District","description":"For legislation relative to the Burncoat Pond Watershed District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2910","last_action_date":"2020-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1186","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1225958,"bill_number":"S1126","title":"Relative to host community agreements","description":"For legislation relative to host community agreements. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2479","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1126","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225959,"bill_number":"S1437","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1437","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225960,"bill_number":"S2005","title":"To secure a clean energy future","description":"For legislation to secure a clean energy future. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2005","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225961,"bill_number":"S2040","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2040","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1225962,"bill_number":"S1223","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2765","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1223","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225965,"bill_number":"S1916","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1916","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225966,"bill_number":"S1594","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1594","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225967,"bill_number":"S1576","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1576","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225968,"bill_number":"S1042","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2310","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1042","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1225970,"bill_number":"S1288","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1288","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225971,"bill_number":"S1803","title":"Sparking the modernization of state heating systems","description":"For legislation to spark the modernization of state heating systems. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1803","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225972,"bill_number":"S960","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1413","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S960","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225973,"bill_number":"S1958","title":"Transitioning Massachusetts to 100 per cent renewable energy","description":"For legislation to transition Massachusetts to 100 per cent renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1958","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1225975,"bill_number":"S1006","title":"Relative to crimes against police officers","description":"For legislation relative to crimes against police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1006","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225976,"bill_number":"S1052","title":"To reinvest justice and opportunity in communities affected by incarceration","description":"For legislation to reinvest justice and opportunity in communities affected by incarceration. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1052","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1225977,"bill_number":"S1657","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1657","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225978,"bill_number":"S1760","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1760","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1225979,"bill_number":"S1887","title":"Establishing a Cybersecurity Control and Review Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a Cybersecurity Control and Review Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1887","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1225980,"bill_number":"S2105","title":"Relative to commercial plates for motor vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to commercial plates for motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2105","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1225981,"bill_number":"S1654","title":"Relative to the inventory tax","description":"For legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1654","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1225982,"bill_number":"S1295","title":"To reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education","description":"For legislation to reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2671","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1295","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1225983,"bill_number":"S1764","title":"Relative to home modifications for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to home modifications for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1764","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1225984,"bill_number":"S1919","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1919","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1225987,"bill_number":"S1802","title":"Providing for third 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1802","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1225988,"bill_number":"S1162","title":"To increase substance use prevention and awareness and reduce overdose abandonment","description":"For legislation to increase substance use prevention and awareness and reduce overdose abandonment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1162","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225989,"bill_number":"S1127","title":"Relative to participation by farmers and businesses of all sizes in the regulated marijuana industry","description":"For legislation relative to participation by farmers and businesses of all sizes in the regulated marijuana industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1127","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1225990,"bill_number":"S1424","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1424","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1225991,"bill_number":"S1059","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1059","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1225992,"bill_number":"S1321","title":"To protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses","description":"For legislation to protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1321","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225994,"bill_number":"S1893","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1893","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225995,"bill_number":"S1427","title":"Requiring healthcare 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2752","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1427","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1225996,"bill_number":"S1331","title":"Relative to essential health services","description":"For legislation relative to essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1331","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1225997,"bill_number":"S1622","title":"Relative to senior \"circuit breaker\" Medicare Part A adjustment","description":"For legislation relative to senior \"circuit breaker\" Medicare Part A adjustment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1622","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1225998,"bill_number":"S1318","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1318","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1225999,"bill_number":"S1606","title":"Protecting youth from nicotine addiction","description":"For legislation to protect youth from nicotine addiction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1606","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226001,"bill_number":"S1282","title":"To improve access to family physicians","description":"For legislation to improve access to family physicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1282","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226002,"bill_number":"S1601","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1601","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226003,"bill_number":"S2072","title":"Relative to the registration and insurance of motorized scooters in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the registration and insurance of motorized scooters in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2072","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226004,"bill_number":"S1640","title":"To support voluntary income tax assistance sites and expand access to the earned income tax credit","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1640","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226005,"bill_number":"S1789","title":"To encourage charitable giving","description":"For legislation to encourage charitable giving. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1789","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226006,"bill_number":"S1592","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1592","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226007,"bill_number":"S1094","title":"Ensuring fair worker representation on corporate boards of directors","description":"For legislation to ensure fair worker representation on corporate boards of directors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1094","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226008,"bill_number":"S2124","title":"Relative to motorcycle permit requirements","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle permit requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2124","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226009,"bill_number":"S1209","title":"To remove obstacles and expand abortion access","description":"For legislation to remove obstacles and expand abortion access. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1209","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226010,"bill_number":"S1260","title":"Relative to the protection of patient identity in waiting rooms","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of patient identity in waiting rooms. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1260","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226011,"bill_number":"S1303","title":"Improving Hepatitis C screening","description":"For legislation to improve Hepatitis C screening. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1303","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226012,"bill_number":"S1347","title":"Relative to pre-hospital services analysis","description":"For legislation relative to pre-hospital services analysis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1347","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226013,"bill_number":"S1629","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1629","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226014,"bill_number":"S995","title":"Promoting safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking","description":"For legislation to promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2493","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S995","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226015,"bill_number":"S1935","title":"Establishing a net zero stretch energy code","description":"For legislation to establish a net zero stretch energy code. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1935","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226017,"bill_number":"S1415","title":"Relative to neglecting police stops","description":"For legislation relative to neglecting police stops. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1415","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226019,"bill_number":"S1184","title":"Relative to proceeds from the sale of bonds","description":"For legislation relative to proceeds from the sale of bonds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1184","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226021,"bill_number":"S1087","title":"Raising employment and combating opioids through vocational education and rehabilitation (RECOVER)","description":"For legislation to raise employment and combating opioids through vocational education and rehabilitation (RECOVER). Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1087","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226022,"bill_number":"S2022","title":"To establish a Massachusetts Public Arts Program","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Public Arts Program. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2022","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226023,"bill_number":"S1948","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1948","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226024,"bill_number":"S2110","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2110","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226025,"bill_number":"S2101","title":"Relative to Purple Heart registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to Purple Heart registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2101","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226026,"bill_number":"S1009","title":"Relative to the protection of police officers","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1009","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226027,"bill_number":"S1492","title":"Relative to public higher education collective labor contracts","description":"For legislation relative to public higher education collective labor contracts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1492","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226028,"bill_number":"S1702","title":"Relative to excessive executive compensation","description":"For legislation relative to excessive executive compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1702","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226029,"bill_number":"S1153","title":"To remove administrative barriers to behavioral health services","description":"For legislation to remove administrative barriers to behavioral health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2888","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1153","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226030,"bill_number":"S1680","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1680","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226031,"bill_number":"S1279","title":"Regulating flavored tobacco products","description":"For legislation to regulate flavored tobacco products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2357","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1279","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226032,"bill_number":"S1503","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2346","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1503","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226033,"bill_number":"S1509","title":"Relative to the disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)","description":"For legislation relative to the disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1509","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226034,"bill_number":"S1673","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts rural jobs act","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts rural jobs act. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1673","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226035,"bill_number":"S1969","title":"Relative to improving gas workers field safety","description":"For legislation relative to improving gas workers field safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1969","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226036,"bill_number":"S1603","title":"Relative to landlord tenant tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to landlord tenant tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2500","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1603","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226037,"bill_number":"S1562","title":"Relative to the retirement of MassPort officers","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of MassPort officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1562","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226038,"bill_number":"S2155","title":"Resolutions relative to the prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"For legislation to prohibit nuclear weapons. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2155","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226039,"bill_number":"S1367","title":"Protecting individuals in law enforcement custody","description":"For legislation to protecting individuals in law enforcement custody . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1367","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226040,"bill_number":"S1971","title":"Authorizing the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District to enter into solar power generation agreements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District to enter into solar power generation agreements. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1971","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226042,"bill_number":"S1907","title":"Requiring fiscal responsibility","description":"For legislation to require fiscal responsibility. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1907","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226043,"bill_number":"S2035","title":"Relative to congestion relief in East Boston","description":"For legislation relative to congestion relief in East Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2035","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226044,"bill_number":"S1070","title":"Encouraging teen employment","description":"For legislation to encourage teen employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1070","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226045,"bill_number":"S1857","title":"Relative to municipal procurement","description":"For legislation relative to municipal procurement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1857","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226046,"bill_number":"S2064","title":"Relative to defining zone 1 in the MBTA commuter rail system","description":"For legislation to define zone 1 in the MBTA commuter rail system. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2064","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226047,"bill_number":"S1846","title":"Relative to land acquisition","description":"For legislation relative to land acquisition. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1846","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226048,"bill_number":"S1085","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1085","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226049,"bill_number":"S1356","title":"Governing not for profit hospital system or service operating an ambulance service","description":"For legislation to governing not for profit hospital system or service operating an ambulance service. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1356","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226050,"bill_number":"S1262","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1262","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226051,"bill_number":"S1667","title":"Establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise","description":"For legislation to establish a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2795","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1667","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226052,"bill_number":"S1635","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1635","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226053,"bill_number":"S1854","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain property in the town of Templeton","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain property in the town of Templeton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2256","last_action_date":"2019-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1854","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226055,"bill_number":"S1188","title":"Relative to forest wardens","description":"For legislation relative to forest wardens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1188","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226056,"bill_number":"S1180","title":"Creating a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1180","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226057,"bill_number":"S2135","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the Lt. Joseph R. Fandrey Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the Lt. Joseph R. Fandrey Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2244","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2135","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226058,"bill_number":"S1448","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1448","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226059,"bill_number":"S2028","title":"Relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows","description":"For legislation relative to the use of elephants, big cats, primates, and bears in traveling exhibits and shows. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2028","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226060,"bill_number":"S958","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S958","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226061,"bill_number":"S1860","title":"Resolve establishing a needs assessment of municipal public safety & security facilities","description":"For legislation to establish a needs assessment of municipal public safety and security facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1860","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226062,"bill_number":"S1879","title":"To ensure more women serve on corporate boards of directors","description":"For legislation to ensure more women serve on corporate boards of directors. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1879","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226063,"bill_number":"S1855","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Recreation to grant easements to the town of Hubbardston for the reconstruction of the Evergreen Road bridge over Mason Brook","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation to grant easements to the town of Hubbardston for the reconstruction of the Evergreen Road bridge over Mason Brook. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and amended (as recommended by the committee on Ways and Means) substituting a new draft see S2370","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1855","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226065,"bill_number":"S1101","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1101","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226066,"bill_number":"S1455","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1455","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226067,"bill_number":"S2017","title":"Relative to municipal lighting authorities","description":"For legislation relative to municipal lighting authorities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2017","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226068,"bill_number":"S996","title":"Removing the charitable immunity cap","description":"For legislation to revise the charitable immunity cap. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S996","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226069,"bill_number":"S1730","title":"Relative to exempted accommodations","description":"For legislation relative to exempted accommodations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1730","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226070,"bill_number":"S1955","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1955","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226071,"bill_number":"S1123","title":"To ensure full participation in the marijuana industry","description":"For legislation to ensure full participation in the marijuana industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2650","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1123","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226072,"bill_number":"S976","title":"Reducing tobacco sales to minors","description":"For legislation to reduce tobacco sales to minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S976","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226073,"bill_number":"S1287","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1287","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226074,"bill_number":"S1384","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1384","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226075,"bill_number":"S1014","title":"Relative to consensual adolescent sexual activity","description":"For legislation relative to consensual adolescent sexual activity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1014","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226078,"bill_number":"S1095","title":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","description":"For legislation to create a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2710","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1095","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226079,"bill_number":"S1325","title":"Relative to the reform of the personal care attendant system","description":"For legislation relative to the reform of the personal care attendant system. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1325","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226080,"bill_number":"S1272","title":"Registering wireless facilities to allow for monitoring and to ease access to contact information","description":"For legislation to register wireless facilities to allow for monitoring and to ease access to contact information . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1272","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226081,"bill_number":"S1704","title":"For a literacy tax credit","description":"For legislation for a literacy tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1704","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226082,"bill_number":"S1671","title":"To ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime","description":"For legislation to ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1671","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226083,"bill_number":"S2018","title":"Providing for community-based green infrastructure in Western Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide for community-based green infrastructure in Western Massachusetts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2018","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226084,"bill_number":"S1773","title":"Relative to vehicle registration and sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle registration and sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1773","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226085,"bill_number":"S2102","title":"Ensuring equitable access to subway and bus service","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable access to subway and bus service. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2102","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226086,"bill_number":"S1682","title":"For a uniform estate tax","description":"For legislation to establish a uniform estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1682","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226087,"bill_number":"S1905","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1905","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226089,"bill_number":"S954","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S954","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226090,"bill_number":"S1247","title":"To reduce exposure to BPA","description":"For legislation to reduce exposure to BPA. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2766","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1247","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226091,"bill_number":"S1467","title":"Relative to collectively bargained health & welfare plans","description":"For legislation relative to collectively bargained health & welfare plans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1467","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226092,"bill_number":"S1177","title":"Establishing the Martha's Vineyard Housing Trust","description":"For legislation to establish the Martha's Vineyard Housing Trust. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1177","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226093,"bill_number":"S948","title":"Relative to revising certain laws that unconstitutionally proscribe private consensual conduct between adults","description":"For legislation relative to revising certain laws that unconstitutionally proscribe private consensual conduct between adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S948","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226094,"bill_number":"S1273","title":"Banning especially dangerous wireless facilities, emissions, and products","description":"For legislation to ban especially dangerous wireless facilities, emissions, and products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1273","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226095,"bill_number":"S1973","title":"Providing oversight to leverage economic security in rural Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide oversight to leverage economic security in rural Massachusetts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1973","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226096,"bill_number":"S1044","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"For legislation relative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2712","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1044","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226098,"bill_number":"S1195","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1195","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226099,"bill_number":"S1529","title":"Relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunications","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts certified emergency telecommunications. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2366","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1529","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226100,"bill_number":"S1917","title":"Relative to the creation of the Massachusetts Board of Public Safety Building Authority","description":"For legislation to the create the Massachusetts Board of Public Safety Building Authority . State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1917","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226101,"bill_number":"S1487","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2798","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1487","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226102,"bill_number":"S1401","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1401","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226103,"bill_number":"S1775","title":"Relative to extending single sales factor apportionment to all corporations","description":"For legislation to extend single sales factor apportionment to all corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1775","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226104,"bill_number":"S1910","title":"Relative to employee settlements","description":"For legislation relative to the confidentiality of employee settlements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1910","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226105,"bill_number":"S2131","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S2075","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2131","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226106,"bill_number":"S1786","title":"Relative to exemption from taxation structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands","description":"For legislation relative to exemption from taxation structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1786","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226107,"bill_number":"S1233","title":"To update postural screenings in schools","description":"For legislation to update postural screenings in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1233","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226108,"bill_number":"S1294","title":"Relative to strengthening the local and regional public health system","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening the local and regional public health system. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1294","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226109,"bill_number":"S1334","title":"To reduce racial disparities in maternal health","description":"For legislation to reduce racial disparities in maternal health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2697","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1334","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226110,"bill_number":"S2120","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2198","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2120","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226112,"bill_number":"S1017","title":"Relative to social networking impersonation or harassment","description":"For legislation relative to social networking impersonation or harassment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1017","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226113,"bill_number":"S1460","title":"Relative to promoting staffing efficiency and uniformity at the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital","description":"For legislation relative to promoting staffing efficiency and uniformity at the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1460","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226114,"bill_number":"S1914","title":"Relative to the flying of the flag of the Commonwealth at half staff on state buildings and installations","description":"For legislation 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1914","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226115,"bill_number":"S2021","title":"Resolve to evaluate existing funding for the promotion of, and workforce development in, tourism, arts and culture","description":"For legislation to evaluate existing funding for the promotion of, and workforce development in, tourism, arts and culture. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2021","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226116,"bill_number":"S1656","title":"Relative to graduate student loan deductions","description":"For legislation relative to graduate student loan deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1656","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226117,"bill_number":"S982","title":"Relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1330","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S982","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226118,"bill_number":"S1701","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1701","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226119,"bill_number":"S1589","title":"Relative to sick leave buyback","description":"For legislation relative to sick leave buyback. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1589","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226122,"bill_number":"S1669","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1669","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226123,"bill_number":"S1633","title":"To minimize youth vaping and support addiction prevention services","description":"For legislation to minimize youth vaping and support addiction prevention services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1633","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226124,"bill_number":"S1000","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1000","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226125,"bill_number":"S1118","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"For legislation relative to consumers and workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1118","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226126,"bill_number":"S1491","title":"Regarding pension ratio of the funding system","description":"Relative to underperforming pension systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1491","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226127,"bill_number":"S2095","title":"Protecting funding for municipal roads and bridges","description":"For legislation to protect funding for municipal roads and bridges. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2095","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226128,"bill_number":"S1164","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1164","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226129,"bill_number":"S1794","title":"Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans","description":"For legislation to increase property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1794","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226130,"bill_number":"S1871","title":"Establishing a commission on electronic notarization","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on electronic notarization. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1871","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226131,"bill_number":"S2164","title":"Establishing a Commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder","description":"For legislation to establish a Commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2996","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2164","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226132,"bill_number":"S1466","title":"Creating the fire station building assistance program","description":"For legislation to create the fire station building assistance program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2677","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1466","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226133,"bill_number":"S1228","title":"To create a CT task force","description":"For legislation to create a CT task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1228","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226134,"bill_number":"S1843","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2685","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1843","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226136,"bill_number":"S1714","title":"Relative to the fair taxation of alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation relative to the fair taxation of alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1714","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226137,"bill_number":"S1581","title":"Relative to veterans creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to veterans creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1581","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226139,"bill_number":"S1148","title":"Relative to medical necessity for mental health acute treatment","description":"For legislation relative to medical necessity for mental health acute treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1148","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226140,"bill_number":"S1302","title":"Ensuring access to a resident representative in long-term care facilities","description":"For legislation to ensure access to a resident representative in long-term care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1302","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226141,"bill_number":"S1941","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1941","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226142,"bill_number":"S1246","title":"Relative to patient notification","description":"For legislation relative to patient notification of medications. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1246","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226143,"bill_number":"S974","title":"Reforming the judicial system","description":"For legislation to reform the judicial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S974","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226144,"bill_number":"S964","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure review division. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S964","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226145,"bill_number":"S1845","title":"Relative to unpaid student loans","description":"For legislation relative to unpaid student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3620","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1845","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226146,"bill_number":"S1033","title":"Relative to sexually violent predators","description":"For legislation relative to sexually violent predators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1033","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226147,"bill_number":"S1407","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1407","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226148,"bill_number":"S1322","title":"Supporting school-based substance use prevention through evidenced-based positive social norms marketing","description":"For legislation to support school-based substance use prevention through evidenced-based positive social norms marketing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1322","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226149,"bill_number":"S1391","title":"Relative to education and programming for the incarcerated","description":"For legislation relative to education and programming for the incarcerated. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1391/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1391","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226151,"bill_number":"S1293","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1293","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226152,"bill_number":"S1244","title":"Prohibiting smoking near public housing buildings","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking near public housing buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1244","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226153,"bill_number":"S1745","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 check-off on its real estate tax bills and to establish an economic aid fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1745","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226154,"bill_number":"S2147","title":"Relative to protecting residents from hazardous traffic conditions","description":"For legislation relative to protecting residents from hazardous traffic conditions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2147","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226155,"bill_number":"S1134","title":"Relative to supervised injection facilities","description":"For legislation relative to supervised injection facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2717","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1134","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226156,"bill_number":"S1712","title":"To make childcare and preschool more affordable for working families","description":"For legislation to make childcare and preschool more affordable for working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1674","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1712","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226157,"bill_number":"S1501","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1501","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226158,"bill_number":"S1790","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1790","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226160,"bill_number":"S1398","title":"Relative to the Commonwealth's obligation to preserve public safety for all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation relative to communications and interactions of law enforcement agencies with federal immigration enforcement agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1398","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226161,"bill_number":"S1811","title":"To protect Native American heritage","description":"For legislation to protect Native American heritage . State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1811","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226162,"bill_number":"S1797","title":"Providing for Science and Technology Policy Fellows","description":"For legislation to provide for Science and Technology Policy Fellows. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1797","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226163,"bill_number":"S1216","title":"To promote healthy communities and the environment","description":"For legislation to promote healthy communities and the environment. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1216","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226164,"bill_number":"S1027","title":"Relative to protecting animals from cruelty","description":"For legislation relative to protecting animals from cruelty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1027","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226165,"bill_number":"S1332","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2863","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1332","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226166,"bill_number":"S1269","title":"To support rural volunteer emergency medical technicians","description":"For legislation to support rural volunteer emergency medical technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2612","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1269","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226167,"bill_number":"S1076","title":"Relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security guard services","description":"For legislation relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security guard services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1076","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226168,"bill_number":"S2132","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Taunton the PFC Aaron Cordoba-Martinez Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Taunton the PFC Aaron Cordoba-Martinez Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 251 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2132","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226169,"bill_number":"S1061","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1061","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226170,"bill_number":"S2077","title":"Allowing in specific situations, motorcyclists use of a breakdown or access lane, or splitting travel lanes","description":"For legislation to allow in specific situations, motorcyclists use of a breakdown or access lane, or splitting travel lanes . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2077","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226171,"bill_number":"S1083","title":"Relative to banning noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to banning noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1083","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226172,"bill_number":"S1396","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1396","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226173,"bill_number":"S1924","title":"To combat climate change","description":"For legislation to combat climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1924","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226174,"bill_number":"S1848","title":"Designating the “Giant Puffball” fungus as the official mushroom of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the “Giant Puffball” fungus as the official mushroom of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1848","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226175,"bill_number":"S1826","title":"Providing for access to baby-changing stations","description":"For legislation to provide for access to baby-changing stations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1826","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226176,"bill_number":"S1232","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1232","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226177,"bill_number":"S1204","title":"Relating to the remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens","description":"For legislation relative to the remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2760","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1204","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226178,"bill_number":"S2032","title":"Relative to drug screening for ride for hire drivers","description":"For legislation relative to drug screening for ride for hire drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2032","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226179,"bill_number":"S1993","title":"Relative to solar-powered mobility networks","description":"For legislation relative to solar-powered mobility networks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1993","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226180,"bill_number":"S2000","title":"Relative to pipeline siting","description":"For legislation relative to pipeline siting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2000","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226182,"bill_number":"S2107","title":"To study the feasibility of high-speed rail access between Pittsfield and Boston via Springfield","description":"For legislation to study the feasibility of high-speed rail access between Pittsfield and Boston via Springfield. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2107","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226183,"bill_number":"S1078","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1078","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226184,"bill_number":"S1991","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1991","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226185,"bill_number":"S1616","title":"Eliminating telecommunications tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to eliminate telecommunications tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1616","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226187,"bill_number":"S1769","title":"Relative to the curatorship program","description":"For legislation relative to the curatorship program. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1769","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226192,"bill_number":"S1528","title":"Relative to retirement board membership","description":"For legislation relative to retirement board membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1528","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226193,"bill_number":"S1551","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1551","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226194,"bill_number":"S1404","title":"Prohibiting the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency","description":"For legislation to prohibit the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1404","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226195,"bill_number":"S1350","title":"Relative to scope of practice","description":"For legislation relative to scope of practice . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1350","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226196,"bill_number":"S791","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2527","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S791","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226197,"bill_number":"S2086","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2086","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226198,"bill_number":"S1619","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1619","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226199,"bill_number":"S1458","title":"An Act relative to the use of green lights for municipal emergency management vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the use of green lights for municipal emergency management vehicles . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1458","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226200,"bill_number":"S1267","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1267","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226201,"bill_number":"S2063","title":"To reduce traffic and encourage shared rides","description":"For legislation to reduce traffic and encourage shared rides. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2063","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226202,"bill_number":"S1036","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1036","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226203,"bill_number":"S1419","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1419","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226204,"bill_number":"S2117","title":"Relative to motorcycle parking","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle parking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2117","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226205,"bill_number":"S1643","title":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents","description":"For legislation relative to tax abatements for deaf residents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1643","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226206,"bill_number":"S1995","title":"Providing solar energy to state agencies","description":"For legislation to provide solar energy to state agencies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1995","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226207,"bill_number":"S1933","title":"To protect ratepayers","description":"For legislation to protect ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1933","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226209,"bill_number":"S2152","title":"Relative to eligibility for unemployment benefits for furloughed federal employees","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility for unemployment benefits for furloughed federal employees. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2152","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226210,"bill_number":"S2024","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2024","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226211,"bill_number":"S1753","title":"Relative to the taxation of natural gas infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of natural gas infrastructure. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1753","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226212,"bill_number":"S1690","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts student relief and retention tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts student relief and retention tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1690","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226213,"bill_number":"S1798","title":"Relative to personnel records","description":"For legislation relative to personnel records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1798","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226214,"bill_number":"S1338","title":"Relative to athletic training","description":"For legislation relative to athletic training . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1338","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226215,"bill_number":"S1847","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land located in the town of Tewksbury to said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1847","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226216,"bill_number":"S1762","title":"Relative to the marketplace collection of sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to the marketplace collection of sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1762","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226217,"bill_number":"S1394","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1394","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226218,"bill_number":"S1890","title":"Relative to transparency in selecting a public construction alternative delivery method","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in selecting a public construction alternative delivery method. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1890","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226219,"bill_number":"S1385","title":"Establishing a moratorium on face recognition and other remote biometric surveillance systems","description":"For legislation to establish a moratorium on face recognition and other remote biometric surveillance systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1385","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226220,"bill_number":"S1259","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"For legislation to modernize emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1259","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226222,"bill_number":"S1441","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"For legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2676","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1441","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226223,"bill_number":"S1333","title":"Prohibiting the sale of dextromethorphan to minors","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of dextromethorphan to minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1333","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226224,"bill_number":"S2159","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2159","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226225,"bill_number":"S2180","title":"Exempting veterans from civil service exam fees","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from civil service exam fees. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2180","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226226,"bill_number":"S1305","title":"Ensuring timely electronic health record interoperability across health systems to protect patient lives","description":"For legislation to ensure timely electronic health record interoperability across health systems to protect patient lives. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1305","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226227,"bill_number":"S1736","title":"Establishing a tax credit for small businesses","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1736","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226228,"bill_number":"S1670","title":"Establishing the Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1670","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226229,"bill_number":"S1761","title":"Establishing a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a cranberry bog renovation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4467","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1761","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226230,"bill_number":"S814","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2526","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S814","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226231,"bill_number":"S2038","title":"Relative to Hot Box Detectors","description":"For legislation relative to Hot Box Detectors. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2038","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226233,"bill_number":"S2058","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle visibility on the road. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2058","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226234,"bill_number":"S1894","title":"To debar employers who violate federal immigration laws from contracting with the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to debar employers who violate federal immigration laws from contracting with the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1894","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226235,"bill_number":"S2070","title":"Relative to student driver safety","description":"For legislation relative to student driver safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2070","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226236,"bill_number":"S1245","title":"Establishing a Parkinson’s disease registry","description":"For legislation to establish a Parkinson’s disease registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1245","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226237,"bill_number":"S2008","title":"Relative to energy storage procurement for 2030 and 2035","description":"For legislation relative to energy storage procurement for 2025 and 2030. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2008","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226238,"bill_number":"S1593","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1593","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
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{"bill_id":1226242,"bill_number":"S1381","title":"Implementing the recommendations of the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report","description":"For legislation to implement the recommendations of the Walsh-Kennedy Commission Report. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1381","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
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{"bill_id":1226244,"bill_number":"S1572","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1572","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226245,"bill_number":"S1699","title":"Promoting access to higher education beginning at birth","description":"For legislation to promote access to higher education beginning at birth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1699","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226246,"bill_number":"S1471","title":"Relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1471","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226247,"bill_number":"S2031","title":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle","description":"For legislation relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2031","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226248,"bill_number":"S1225","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1225","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226249,"bill_number":"S1494","title":"Relative to injury disability application for firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to injury disability application for firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1494","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226250,"bill_number":"S2134","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2134","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226251,"bill_number":"S2129","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2129","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226252,"bill_number":"S1906","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1906","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226253,"bill_number":"S997","title":"Updating hunter harassment laws","description":"For legislation to update hunter harassment laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S997","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226255,"bill_number":"S2149","title":"Relative to increasing membership on the Massport Community Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation to increase membership on the Massport Community Advisory Committee. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2149","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226258,"bill_number":"S1408","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1408","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226259,"bill_number":"S1711","title":"Relative to the establishment of and payments into an opioid stewardship fund","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of and payments into an opioid stewardship fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1711","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226260,"bill_number":"S1792","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1792","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226261,"bill_number":"S1818","title":"Relative to public land use restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to public land use restrictions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2385","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1818","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226262,"bill_number":"S1806","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1806","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226263,"bill_number":"S1632","title":"Relative to solar systems on land owned by municipalities or other governmental entities within Barnstable and Dukes Counties","description":"For legislation relative to solar systems on land owned by municipalities or other governmental entities within Barnstable and Dukes Counties. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1632","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226264,"bill_number":"S1001","title":"Improving the quality of courthouse security","description":"For legislation to improve the quality of courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1001","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226265,"bill_number":"S1799","title":"Further regulating certain light frame residential construction","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain light frame residential construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1799","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226266,"bill_number":"S1231","title":"Relative to modernizing the regulation of clinical laboratories","description":"For legislation relative to modernizing the regulation of clinical laboratories. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1231","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226267,"bill_number":"S1440","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1440","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226268,"bill_number":"S1352","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1352","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226269,"bill_number":"S1912","title":"Relative to Essex Sports Center public accountability","description":"For legislation relative to Essex Sports Center public accountability. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1912","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226270,"bill_number":"S943","title":"Relative to justices of the peace","description":"For legislation relative to increasing the fee for temporary justice of the peace licenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S943","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226271,"bill_number":"S1647","title":"Closing the single sales factor tax loophole","description":"For legislation to close the single sales factor tax loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1647","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226272,"bill_number":"S1364","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1364","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226273,"bill_number":"S1462","title":"Relative to drug recognition experts","description":"For legislation relative to drug recognition experts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1462","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226274,"bill_number":"S1336","title":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists","description":"For legislation relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2698","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1336","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226275,"bill_number":"S1093","title":"Requiring health care facilities to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"For legislation to require health care facilities to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1093","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226276,"bill_number":"S1344","title":"Relative to certified medication aides","description":"For legislation relative to certified medication aides. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1344","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226278,"bill_number":"S1977","title":"Promoting clean energy storage","description":"For legislation to promote clean energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1977","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226279,"bill_number":"S1451","title":"To prevent the illegal possession and illegal sale of firearms","description":"For legislation to prevent the illegal possession and illegal sale of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1451","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226280,"bill_number":"S1511","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1511","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226281,"bill_number":"S1476","title":"Relative to OBRA retirement accounts","description":"For legislation relative to OBRA retirement accounts. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1476","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226282,"bill_number":"S1280","title":"Prohibiting the use of lead paint on outdoor structures","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of lead paint on outdoor structures. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1280","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226283,"bill_number":"S1660","title":"Relative to the collection of personal property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to the collection of personal property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1660","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226284,"bill_number":"S1063","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2311","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1063","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226285,"bill_number":"S2096","title":"Funding a study of passenger service on the housatonic rail line","description":"For legislation to fund a study of passenger service on the housatonic rail line. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2809","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2096","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226286,"bill_number":"S2091","title":"To promote and advance motorcycle safety","description":"For legislation to promote and advance motorcycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2091","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226287,"bill_number":"S1809","title":"Relative to diverse marketing programs","description":"For legislation relative to diverse marketing programs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1809","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226288,"bill_number":"S2033","title":"Relative to variable pricing e-tolling","description":"For legislation relative to variable pricing e-tolling. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2033","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226289,"bill_number":"S1183","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1183","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226290,"bill_number":"S1783","title":"Relative to the creation of a family caregiver tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a family caregiver tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4466","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1783","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226291,"bill_number":"S1055","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"For legislation relative to social media privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1055","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226292,"bill_number":"S1383","title":"Relative to requirements for public safety departments","description":"For legislation relative to requirements for public safety departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1383","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226293,"bill_number":"S1757","title":"Relative to adopting the new market tax credits program for Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to adopting the new market tax credits program for Massachusetts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1757","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226294,"bill_number":"S1980","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1980","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226295,"bill_number":"S1489","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2312","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1489","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226296,"bill_number":"S1686","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1686","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226297,"bill_number":"S1805","title":"Requiring equality in state documents","description":"For legislation relative to gender equality requirement in state documents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1805","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226298,"bill_number":"S1908","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1908","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226306,"bill_number":"S1926","title":"To advance shared solar","description":"For legislation to advance shared solar. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1926","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226307,"bill_number":"S1109","title":"Establishing a Commonwealth citizen service initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Service Alliance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1109","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226308,"bill_number":"S1075","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1075","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226309,"bill_number":"S1002","title":"Updating the Commonwealth's wiretap statutes","description":"For legislation to update the Commonwealth's wiretap statutes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1002","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226310,"bill_number":"S2085","title":"Relative to school bus driver licensing","description":"For legislation relative to school bus driver licensing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2679","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2085","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226311,"bill_number":"S1253","title":"Requiring the Chief Medical Examiner to provide certain information in substance use-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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1253","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226312,"bill_number":"S1457","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1457","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226313,"bill_number":"S1418","title":"Relative to secured firearms on recreational vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to firearms and recreational vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1418","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226314,"bill_number":"S1737","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1737","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226315,"bill_number":"S1324","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1324","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226316,"bill_number":"S1824","title":"Relative to removing the term hearing impaired from the general laws","description":"For legislation to remove the term hearing impaired from the general laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1824","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226317,"bill_number":"S1443","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1443","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226318,"bill_number":"S1735","title":"Reducing senior citizen property taxes","description":"For legislation to reduce senior citizen property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1735","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226319,"bill_number":"S1586","title":"Protecting volunteer law enforcement","description":"For legislation to protect volunteer law enforcement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1586","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226320,"bill_number":"S1600","title":"Repealing the property tax exemption for Massport lessees","description":"For legislation to repeal the property tax exemption for Massport lessees. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1600","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226321,"bill_number":"S961","title":"Authorizing electronic signatures on search warrant applications","description":"For legislation to authorize electronic signatures on search warrant applications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S961","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226322,"bill_number":"S1838","title":"Expanding access to public records","description":"For legislation to expand access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1838","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226323,"bill_number":"S1796","title":"Expanding availability of primary care services in underserved areas","description":"For legislation to expand availability of primary care services in underserved areas. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1796","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226324,"bill_number":"S965","title":"Incentivizing the use of public transportation by jurors","description":"For legislation relative to the use of public transportation by jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S965","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226325,"bill_number":"S936","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S936","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226327,"bill_number":"S1733","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1733","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226329,"bill_number":"S1200","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1200","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226330,"bill_number":"S1708","title":"Relative to a social equity training and technical assistance fund","description":"For legislation relative to a social equity training and technical assistance fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1708","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226331,"bill_number":"S1010","title":"Relative to visitation rights of grandparents","description":"For legislation relative to visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1010","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226332,"bill_number":"S1867","title":"Reducing library non-ionizing radiation exposures from wireless and electricity","description":"By Mr. Humason (by request), a petition of Kirstin Beatty to reduce library non-ionizing radiation exposures from wireless and electricity. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1867","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226333,"bill_number":"S1493","title":"Relative to public safety officers and creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for certain public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1493","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226334,"bill_number":"S1140","title":"Relative to substance use accountable care organizations","description":"For legislation relative to substance abuse accountable care organizations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1140","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226335,"bill_number":"S1292","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1292","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226336,"bill_number":"S1518","title":"To reform sick leave buybacks","description":"For legislation to reform sick leave buybacks. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1518","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226337,"bill_number":"S1135","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1135","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226338,"bill_number":"S1956","title":"Ensuring access to solar energy for all communities","description":"For legislation to ensure access to solar energy for all communities . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1956","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226339,"bill_number":"S1829","title":"Relative to net-zero housing","description":"For legislation relative to net-zero housing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1829","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226340,"bill_number":"S1549","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1549","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226341,"bill_number":"S1779","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1779","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226342,"bill_number":"S2037","title":"Relative to transportation governance","description":"For legislation relative to transportation governance . Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2037","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226343,"bill_number":"S1981","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1981","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226344,"bill_number":"S1340","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1340","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226345,"bill_number":"S1861","title":"Resolve establishing a PILOT reimbursement commission","description":"For legislation to establish a PILOT reimbursement commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1861","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226346,"bill_number":"S1560","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2173","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1560","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226347,"bill_number":"S1807","title":"Relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling","description":"For legislation relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4239","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1807","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226348,"bill_number":"S1911","title":"Authorizing the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2201","last_action_date":"2019-04-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1911","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226349,"bill_number":"S2136","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2136","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226351,"bill_number":"S1166","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"For legislation relative to protective custody. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1166","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226352,"bill_number":"S1474","title":"Relative to civil service resident preference","description":"For legislation relative to civil service resident preference. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1474","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226353,"bill_number":"S1030","title":"Modernizing the Massachusetts wiretap law","description":"For legislation to modernize the Massachusetts wiretap law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1030","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226354,"bill_number":"S1341","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1341","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226355,"bill_number":"S1421","title":"Clarifying firearms oversight","description":"For legislation to clarify firearms oversight. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1421","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226356,"bill_number":"S1079","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"For legislation relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1079","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226357,"bill_number":"S1747","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth Municipal Dog Park Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Commonwealth Municipal Dog Park Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1747","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226359,"bill_number":"S1221","title":"Expanding care for medically underserved areas of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to expand care for medically underserved areas of the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1221","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226361,"bill_number":"S1217","title":"Relative to incident reporting at state licensed Department of Public Health and Department of Mental Health Facilities","description":"For legislation relative to incident reporting at state licensed Department of Public Health and Department of Mental Health Facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1217","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226362,"bill_number":"S1337","title":"Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings","description":"For legislation relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1337","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226363,"bill_number":"S2029","title":"Relative to procurement services for artists","description":"For legislation relative to procurement services for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2029","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226364,"bill_number":"S1283","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1283","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226365,"bill_number":"S1312","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2768","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1312","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226366,"bill_number":"S1459","title":"Relative to safety of officers by requiring interior lights in automobiles to be on during stops","description":"For legislation relative to safety of officers by requiring interior lights in automobiles to be on during stops . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1459","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226367,"bill_number":"S1584","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1584","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226368,"bill_number":"S887","title":"Relative to the profits from crime","description":"For legislation relative to the profits from crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S887","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226369,"bill_number":"S2068","title":"Relative to the registration of motor vehicles and trailers for law enforcement councils","description":"For legislation relative to the registration of motor vehicles and trailers for law enforcement councils. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2068","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226370,"bill_number":"S1477","title":"To protect non-medicare retirees","description":"For legislation to protect non-medicare retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1477","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226371,"bill_number":"S1618","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to sustain community preservation revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1618","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226372,"bill_number":"S2173","title":"Relative to public employee benefits for military service members on active duty","description":"For legislation relative to public employee benefits for military service members on active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2173","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226373,"bill_number":"S2160","title":"Defining \"Gold Star families\"","description":"For legislation to defining \"Gold Star families\". Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2160","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226375,"bill_number":"S1176","title":"Relative to installing solar energy systems in historic districts","description":"For legislation relative to installing solar energy systems in historic districts . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1176","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226376,"bill_number":"S1642","title":"Relative to the motor vehicle sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to excise taxes on certain motor vehicles registered in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1642","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226377,"bill_number":"S925","title":"Ensuring transparency in the recording of mortgage assignments","description":"For legislation to ensure transparency in the recording of mortgage assignments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S925","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226378,"bill_number":"S1251","title":"Relative to students of chiropractic","description":"For legislation relative to students of chiropractic. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1251","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226379,"bill_number":"S2026","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2026","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226380,"bill_number":"S1306","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"For legislation to create designated stroke centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2835","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1306","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226381,"bill_number":"S1804","title":"Limiting the impact of student loans to help staff succeed","description":"For legislation to limit the impact of student loans to help staff succeed. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1804","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226382,"bill_number":"S2140","title":"Promoting motor vehicle safety","description":"For legislation to promote motor vehicle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2140","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226383,"bill_number":"S1915","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1915","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226384,"bill_number":"S1527","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1527","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226386,"bill_number":"S1265","title":"Relative to expanding access to preventative HIV screening and testing for minors","description":"For legislation to expand access to preventative HIV screening and testing for minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1237","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1265","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226387,"bill_number":"S2075","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2075","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226388,"bill_number":"S1655","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the small commercial tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1655","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226389,"bill_number":"S1819","title":"Providing federal and state budget information to residents of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide federal and state budget information to residents of the commonwealth . State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1819","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226390,"bill_number":"S1621","title":"Relative to adjusting the senior circuit breaker property valuation","description":"For legislation relative to adjusting the senior circuit breaker property valuation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1621","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226391,"bill_number":"S1931","title":"Relative to solar power in environmental justice and urban communities","description":"For legislation relative to solar power in environmental justice and urban communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1931","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226395,"bill_number":"S1309","title":"Relative to hormonal contraceptives","description":"For legislation relative to hormonal contraceptives . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1309","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226396,"bill_number":"S2100","title":"Relative to reduce administrative burden for government and industry","description":"For legislation relative to reduce administrative burden for government and industry. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2100","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226397,"bill_number":"S1390","title":"Relative to parole","description":"For legislation relative to parole. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1390","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226398,"bill_number":"S959","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S959","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226399,"bill_number":"S1298","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1298","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226401,"bill_number":"S2090","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2090","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226402,"bill_number":"S1902","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1902","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226403,"bill_number":"S1234","title":"Modernizing childhood lead poisoning prevention","description":"For legislation modernizing childhood lead poisoning prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1234","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226404,"bill_number":"S2007","title":"Relative to local energy investment and infrastructure modernization","description":"For legislation relative to local energy investment and infrastructure modernization. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2007","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226405,"bill_number":"S1705","title":"For a grade improvement tax credit","description":"For legislation for a grade improvement tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1705","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226406,"bill_number":"S2027","title":"Relative to tourism collaboration","description":"For legislation relative to tourism collaboration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2027","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226407,"bill_number":"S1213","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1213","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226408,"bill_number":"S1563","title":"Relative to the alignment of the University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation relative to the alignment of the University of Massachusetts police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1563","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226409,"bill_number":"S2158","title":"Relative to protecting veterans with service dogs","description":"For legislation relative to protecting veterans with service dogs. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2158","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226410,"bill_number":"S2143","title":"Establishing the Blue Star Family license plate","description":"For legislation to establish the Blue Star Family license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2143","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226411,"bill_number":"S1393","title":"Relative to parity for geographically isolated sheriff departments","description":"For legislation relative to parity for geographically isolated sheriff departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1393","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226412,"bill_number":"S2062","title":"Establishing the Metropolitan Transportation Network","description":"For legislation to establish the Metropolitan Transportation Network. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2062","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226413,"bill_number":"S1138","title":"Ensuring proper substance abuse treatment","description":"For legislation to ensure proper substance abuse treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1138","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226414,"bill_number":"S1175","title":"Increasing fairness in distribution of local aid generated by the state lottery","description":"For legislation to increase fairness in distribution of local aid generated by the state lottery. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1175","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226415,"bill_number":"S2061","title":"Relative to work and family mobility","description":"For legislation relative to work and family mobility. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2641","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2061","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226417,"bill_number":"S1304","title":"To restore integrity in the marketing of pharmaceutical products and medical devices","description":"For legislation to restore integrity in the marketing of pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1301","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1304","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226419,"bill_number":"S1426","title":"Relative to the discharge of firearm, large capacity weapon, rifle, shotgun, sawed-off shotgun or machine gun without regard for the risk of harm; penalty","description":"For legislation relative to the discharge of firearms without regard for the risk of harm or penalty. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1426","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226420,"bill_number":"S1693","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to a senior state property tax deferral program","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to a senior state property tax deferral program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1693","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226421,"bill_number":"S1755","title":"Creating a special commission to study the implementation of a ride share tax credit","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to study the implementation of a ride share tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1755","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226422,"bill_number":"S1801","title":"Relative to certain easements","description":"For legislation relative to certain easements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1801","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226423,"bill_number":"S2176","title":"Relative to veteran access to recreational lands","description":"For legislation relative to veteran access to recreational lands. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2176","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226425,"bill_number":"S1442","title":"Expanding professional development for state university and community college campus police officers","description":"For legislation to expand professional development for state university and community college campus police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1442","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226426,"bill_number":"S1791","title":"Relative to funding of the Massachusetts State House police memorial","description":"For legislation relative to funding of the Massachusetts State House police memorial. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1791","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226427,"bill_number":"S1923","title":"To advance electric vehicle adoption","description":"For legislation to advance electric vehicle adoption. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2476","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1923","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226428,"bill_number":"S1297","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"For legislation recognizing pharmacists as healthcare providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1297","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226429,"bill_number":"S1403","title":"To provide automated external defibrillators in all public safety vehicles","description":"For legislation to provide automated external defibrillators in all public safety vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1403","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226430,"bill_number":"S2041","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2041","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226431,"bill_number":"S1049","title":"Relative to the defense against abusive waivers","description":"For legislation relative to an employee protection act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1049","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226432,"bill_number":"S1449","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"For legislation relative to police pursuits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1449","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226433,"bill_number":"S1147","title":"Relative to a behavioral health workforce commission","description":"For legislation relative to a behavioral health workforce commission. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1147","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226434,"bill_number":"S1947","title":"Relative to consumer protection and private utility lines and poles","description":"For legislation relative to consumer protection and private utility lines and poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1947","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226435,"bill_number":"S1630","title":"To promote employee ownership","description":"For legislation to promote employee ownership. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1630","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226436,"bill_number":"S908","title":"To protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers","description":"For legislation to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S908","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226437,"bill_number":"S1722","title":"Protecting homeowners from unfair tax lien practices by cities and towns","description":"For legislation to protect homeowners from unfair tax lien practices by cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1722","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226438,"bill_number":"S889","title":"Relative to the use of administrative subpoenas to obtain telephone and internet records without judicial review","description":"For legislation relative to the use of administrative subpoenas to obtain telephone and internet records without judicial review. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S889","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226439,"bill_number":"S1310","title":"Relative to smoking cessation agents","description":"For legislation relative to smoking cessation agents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1310","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226440,"bill_number":"S815","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing communities . Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S815","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226441,"bill_number":"S1256","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1256","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226442,"bill_number":"S1041","title":"To enhance the rights of crime victims in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to enhance the rights of crime victims in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1041","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226443,"bill_number":"S1495","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1495","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226444,"bill_number":"S1137","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1137","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226445,"bill_number":"S1921","title":"Recognizing the South Vietnam heritage flag to be the official flag of the Vietnamese-American community of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to recognize the South Vietnam heritage flag to be the official flag of the Vietnamese-American community of Massachusetts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1921","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226446,"bill_number":"S1185","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1185","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226447,"bill_number":"S1125","title":"Relative to social consumption of marijuana","description":"For legislation relative to social consumption of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2638","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1125","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226448,"bill_number":"S1359","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"For legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2676","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1359","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226449,"bill_number":"S1212","title":"Relative to the restoration of MassHealth adult dental benefits","description":"For legislation relative to the restoration of oral health benefits for MassHealth recipients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1212","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226450,"bill_number":"S1311","title":"Relative to radon testing","description":"For legislation relative to radon testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2696","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1311","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226451,"bill_number":"S2019","title":"Providing for equitable access to solar energy for property owners in urban areas within Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide for equitable access to solar energy for property owners in urban areas within Massachusetts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2019","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226452,"bill_number":"S2051","title":"Establishing a rapid bus route in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to establish a rapid bus route in the South Boston section of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2051","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226453,"bill_number":"S1029","title":"Relative to wiretapping for drug trafficking offenses","description":"For legislation relative to wiretapping for drug trafficking offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1029","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226454,"bill_number":"S1535","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1535","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226456,"bill_number":"S1032","title":"Relative to the tracking of medical malpractice cases","description":"For legislation relative to the tracking of medical malpractice cases . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1032","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226457,"bill_number":"S2073","title":"Relative to enhancing recycling machines at Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority facilities","description":"For legislation for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to enhancing recycling machines at Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority facilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2073","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226458,"bill_number":"S975","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"For legislation to provide protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S975","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226459,"bill_number":"S1330","title":"To support access, value and equity in health care","description":"For legislation to support access, value and equity in health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1330","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226460,"bill_number":"S913","title":"To ensure right to counsel in eviction proceedings","description":"For legislation to promote homelessness prevention in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S913","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226461,"bill_number":"S1242","title":"Relative to newborn infant products","description":"For legislation relative to products used on newborn infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2686","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1242","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226462,"bill_number":"S1379","title":"To strengthen inmate visitation","description":"For legislation to strengthen inmate visitation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2662","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1379","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226463,"bill_number":"S1069","title":"Encouraging employer integrity in hiring","description":"For legislation relative to the penalty for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1069","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226464,"bill_number":"S1498","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for municipal natural resource officers in Barnstable County","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for municipal natural resource officers in Barnstable County. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1498","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226465,"bill_number":"S926","title":"Relative to the mandated reporter law","description":"For legislation relative to the reporting of neglect or abuse by mandated reporters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S926","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226466,"bill_number":"S2144","title":"Relative to child vehicle passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to child vehicle passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2144","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226467,"bill_number":"S1066","title":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","description":"For legislation to prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1066","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226469,"bill_number":"S1433","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1433","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226470,"bill_number":"S1159","title":"Relative to pain management treatment for certain chronic pain patients","description":"For legislation relative to pain management treatment for certain chronic pain patients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1159","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226471,"bill_number":"S1380","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1380","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226472,"bill_number":"S1439","title":"Establishing a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving","description":"For legislation to establish a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1439","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226473,"bill_number":"S1793","title":"Relative to the preservation of agricultural lands","description":"For legislation to the preserve agricultural lands. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1613","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1793","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226474,"bill_number":"S1088","title":"Expanding the community college training incentive program","description":"For legislation to expand the community college training incentive program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1088","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226475,"bill_number":"S1679","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax reimbursement","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax reimbursement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2795","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1679","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226476,"bill_number":"S1090","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2778","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1090","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226477,"bill_number":"S1131","title":"Relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession","description":"For legislation relative to the expungement of convictions for marijuana possession. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1131","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226478,"bill_number":"S1464","title":"Relative to public safety vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to public safety vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1464","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226479,"bill_number":"S1524","title":"To authorize 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1524","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226480,"bill_number":"S1370","title":"Concerning the Massachusetts Probation Service","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Probation Service. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1370","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226481,"bill_number":"S2043","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2555","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2043","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226482,"bill_number":"S1613","title":"Supporting farming on non-contiguous land","description":"For legislation to support farming on non-contiguous land. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1613","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226483,"bill_number":"S1235","title":"Relative to step therapy and patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to step therapy and patient safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2433","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1235","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226485,"bill_number":"S999","title":"To enhance courthouse security","description":"For legislation to enhance courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3567","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S999","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226486,"bill_number":"S2126","title":"Relative to parking safety","description":"For legislation relative to parking safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2126","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226487,"bill_number":"S1536","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1536","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226488,"bill_number":"S1580","title":"Relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1580","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226489,"bill_number":"S1472","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1472","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226490,"bill_number":"S2082","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2082","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226491,"bill_number":"S1777","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1777","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226492,"bill_number":"S1386","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1386","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226493,"bill_number":"S1465","title":"Creating the police station building assistance program","description":"For legislation to create the police station building assistance program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2677","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1465","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226494,"bill_number":"S1073","title":"Further regulating Sunday overtime wages","description":"For legislation to further regulating Sunday overtime wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1073","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226495,"bill_number":"S1447","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1446","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1447","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226496,"bill_number":"S1945","title":"For community empowerment","description":"For legislation to empower communities to transition to renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1945","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226497,"bill_number":"S2168","title":"To aid military servicemembers in finding civilian employment","description":"For legislation to aid military servicemembers in finding civilian employment. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2168","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226498,"bill_number":"S1155","title":"Establishing a commission to study the availability of a continuum of care for persons with substance use disorder","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the availability of a continuum of care for persons with substance use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1155","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226500,"bill_number":"S1218","title":"Relative to sharps stewardship","description":"For legislation relative to sharps stewardship. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1218","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226501,"bill_number":"S1241","title":"Relative to firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to the fees charged for the certification of firefighters as emergency medical technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1241","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226502,"bill_number":"S1713","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax code","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1713","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226503,"bill_number":"S790","title":"Requiring the disclosure of services covered by condominium fees and property taxes","description":"For legislation to require the disclosure of services covered by condominium fees and property taxes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S790","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226504,"bill_number":"S1115","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1115","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226505,"bill_number":"S1614","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"For legislation to improve the earned income credit for working families . Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1614","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226506,"bill_number":"S1776","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1776","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226507,"bill_number":"S1497","title":"Relative to the membership of the forensic science oversight board","description":"For legislation relative to the membership of the forensic science oversight board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1497","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226508,"bill_number":"S1206","title":"To ensure the fair, transparent and patient-focused use of health technology assessments by the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure the fair, transparent and patient-focused use of health technology assessments by the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1206","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226509,"bill_number":"S1277","title":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program","description":"For legislation relative to the prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1277","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226510,"bill_number":"S2011","title":"Establishing building energy performance standards","description":"For legislation to establish building energy performance standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2011","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226511,"bill_number":"S1214","title":"To create an emergency nursing home task force","description":"For legislation to create an emergency nursing home task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1214","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226512,"bill_number":"S1998","title":"Relative to hydrokinetic energy","description":"For legislation relative to hydrokinetic energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1998","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226513,"bill_number":"S2071","title":"Relative to electric bicycles","description":"For legislation relative to electric bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2071","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226514,"bill_number":"S1205","title":"To restrict the use of polystyrene","description":"For legislation relative to prohibiting the dispensing of food in disposable food service containers made from polystyrene or from expanded polystyrene. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1205","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226515,"bill_number":"S1500","title":"Relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees","description":"For legislation relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1500","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
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{"bill_id":1226517,"bill_number":"S1739","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1739","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226518,"bill_number":"S1989","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2827","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1989","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226519,"bill_number":"S1361","title":"Relative to 3D printed weapons and “ghost guns”","description":"For legislation relative to 3D printed weapons and “ghost guns”. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2649","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1361","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
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{"bill_id":1226521,"bill_number":"S1533","title":"Relative to retirement options for retirees","description":"For legislation relative to retirement options for retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1533","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226522,"bill_number":"S1936","title":"Promoting net neutrality and consumer protection","description":"For legislation to promote net neutrality and consumer protection. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1936","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226523,"bill_number":"S1743","title":"Establishing a tax credit for individuals paying for home health care and hospice","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for individuals paying for home health care and hospice. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1743","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226524,"bill_number":"S1335","title":"Advancing the health of pregnant persons","description":"For legislation to advance the health of pregnant persons. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2889","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1335","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226525,"bill_number":"S2130","title":"Relative to a clean fuel standard","description":"For legislation relative to a clean fuel standard. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2130","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226526,"bill_number":"S1715","title":"Related to a universal basic income pilot","description":"For legislation relative to a universal basic income pilot. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1715","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226527,"bill_number":"S2076","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2076","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226528,"bill_number":"S1812","title":"Relative to a certain ramp in the South Boston Waterfront","description":"For legislation relative to a certain ramp in the South Boston Waterfront. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1812","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226529,"bill_number":"S2046","title":"Establishing a rapid transportation pilot for the Fairmount corridor","description":"For legislation to establish a rapid transportation pilot for the Fairmount corridor. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2046","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226530,"bill_number":"S1240","title":"Relative to delivered food","description":"For legislation relative to delivered food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1240","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226531,"bill_number":"S1389","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1389","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226532,"bill_number":"S1570","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1570","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226533,"bill_number":"S993","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S993","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226534,"bill_number":"S1348","title":"Relative to data from prescription monitoring program","description":"For legislation relative to data from prescription monitoring program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1348","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226535,"bill_number":"S1749","title":"Relative to student loan debt","description":"For legislation relative to student loan debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1749","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226536,"bill_number":"S2025","title":"Relative to regional tourism councils","description":"For legislation relative to regional tourism councils. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2025","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226537,"bill_number":"S1099","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1099","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226538,"bill_number":"S2175","title":"Relative to waiving education requirements for skilled veterans to be LPNs","description":"For legislation relative to waiving education requirements for skilled veterans to be LPNs. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2175","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226540,"bill_number":"S1371","title":"Updating criminal justice reform","description":"For legislation to update criminal justice reform. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1371","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226541,"bill_number":"S1785","title":"Relative to the creation of a maritime tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a maritime tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1785","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226542,"bill_number":"S1496","title":"Authorizing the Barnstable County Retirement Board to acquire real property in Barnstable County","description":"For legislation to authorize the Barnstable County Retirement Board to acquire real property in Barnstable County. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 267 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1496","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226543,"bill_number":"S2106","title":"To advance modern and sustainable solutions for transportation","description":"For legislation to advance modern and sustainable solutions for transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2106","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226544,"bill_number":"S1208","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation relative to end of life options. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2745","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1208","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226545,"bill_number":"S1171","title":"Relative to municipal authority to address congestion and emission impacts of TNCs","description":"For legislation relative to municipal authority to address congestion and emission impacts of TNCs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1171","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226546,"bill_number":"S1954","title":"Relative to transparency, accountability, and fairness impacting utility rates","description":"For legislation relative to transparency, accountability, and fairness impacting utility rates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1954","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226547,"bill_number":"S888","title":"To establish an office of adult decisional support services","description":"For legislation to establish an office of adult decisional support services . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S888","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226548,"bill_number":"S1856","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Exposition Building Maintenance Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts State Exposition Building Maintenance Fund. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1856","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226549,"bill_number":"S1849","title":"Requiring public disclosure of certain gifts","description":"For legislation to requiring public disclosure of certain gifts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1849","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226550,"bill_number":"S1237","title":"Relative to HIV prevention access for young adults","description":"For legislation relative to HIV prevention access for young adults. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1237","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226551,"bill_number":"S1143","title":"Relative to equity in suicide prevention","description":"For legislation relative to equity in suicide prevention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2610","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1143","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226552,"bill_number":"S2092","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2092","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226553,"bill_number":"S1299","title":"Expanding health care proxy access to medical records","description":"For legislation to expand health care proxy access to medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1299","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226554,"bill_number":"S1583","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2360","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1583","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226555,"bill_number":"S1727","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1727","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226556,"bill_number":"S1990","title":"Relative to air monitoring stations","description":"For legislation relative to air monitoring stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1990","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226557,"bill_number":"S1286","title":"Relative to the storage of epinephrine at schools","description":"For legislation relative to the storage of epinephrine at schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1286","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226558,"bill_number":"S2012","title":"To reduce gas leaks","description":"For legislation to reduce gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2012","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226560,"bill_number":"S1567","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1567","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226561,"bill_number":"S1841","title":"To reduce the cost of government and create new jobs","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of government and creating jobs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1841","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226562,"bill_number":"S1627","title":"Relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development","description":"For legislation relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1627","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226563,"bill_number":"S1219","title":"Prohibiting non-consensual pelvic examinations","description":"For legislation to prohibit non-consensual pelvic examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4265","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1219","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226564,"bill_number":"S998","title":"Authorizing electronic signatures on search warrant applications","description":"For legislation to authorize electronic signatures on search warrant applications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S998","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226565,"bill_number":"S1726","title":"Improving the tax administrative laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make certain changes in the administrative tax laws of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1726","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226566,"bill_number":"S1120","title":"Relative to the repayment of student loans for mental and behavioral healthcare workers","description":"For legislation relative to the repayment of student loans for mental and behavioral healthcare workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1120","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226567,"bill_number":"S1875","title":"For improving boards and commissions","description":"For legislation for improving boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1875","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226568,"bill_number":"S1275","title":"Further regulating the Commission on Falls Prevention","description":"For legislation to further regulate the Commission on Falls Prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1275","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226569,"bill_number":"S891","title":"Relative to archaic crimes","description":"For legislation relative to archaic crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S891","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226570,"bill_number":"S1534","title":"Relative to Option (d) beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to Option (d) beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2164","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1534","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
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{"bill_id":1226572,"bill_number":"S1661","title":"To encourage the rental of electric and hybrid vehicles","description":"For legislation to encourage the rental of electric and hybrid vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1661","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226573,"bill_number":"S1410","title":"Establishing a municipal bulk purchasing program for extractors for fire departments","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal bulk purchasing program for extractors for fire departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1410","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226574,"bill_number":"S1250","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1250","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226576,"bill_number":"S1168","title":"Relative to informing opioid patients about the risks of addiction","description":"For legislation to inform opioid patients about the risks of addiction. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1168","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226577,"bill_number":"S1888","title":"Relative to notification of landowners impacted by state transportation projects","description":"For legislation relative to notification of landowners impacted by state transportation projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1888","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226578,"bill_number":"S1145","title":"Ensuring access to addiction services","description":"For legislation to ensure access to addiction services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2888","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1145","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226579,"bill_number":"S1729","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1729","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226580,"bill_number":"S1150","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1150","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226581,"bill_number":"S1425","title":"Establishing a commission to review substance use in correctional facilities","description":"For legislation to establishing a commission to review substance use in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1425","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226582,"bill_number":"S1508","title":"To provide certain retirement benefits and medical benefits to the widow and children of Everett Firefighter Thaddeus M Baxter, Jr.","description":"For legislation to provide certain retirement benefits and medical benefits to the widow and children of Everett Firefighter Thaddeus M Baxter, Jr. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2332","last_action_date":"2019-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1508","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226583,"bill_number":"S1301","title":"To prevent undue influence on prescriber behavior","description":"For legislation to prevent undue influence on prescriber behavior. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1301","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226584,"bill_number":"S1515","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2264","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1515","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226585,"bill_number":"S1636","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1636","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226586,"bill_number":"S1369","title":"Relative to the possession of self-defense spray","description":"For legislation relative to the possession of self-defense spray. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1369","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226587,"bill_number":"S762","title":"Relative to advance placement examinations","description":"For legislation relative to advance placement examinations. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2738","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S762","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226588,"bill_number":"S1173","title":"Enhancing identification of taxicab operators","description":"For legislation to enhance identification of taxicab operators. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1173","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226589,"bill_number":"S1526","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1526","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226590,"bill_number":"S1928","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1928","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226591,"bill_number":"S1666","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1666","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226592,"bill_number":"S1742","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1742","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226596,"bill_number":"S2074","title":"Establishing special license plates in support of Massachusetts law enforcement","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio, a petition of Diana DiZoglio, Patrick M. O'Connor and David F. DeCoste that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide distinctive motor vehicle registration plates in support of law enforcement. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2074","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226600,"bill_number":"S1839","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1839","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226601,"bill_number":"S1358","title":"Relative to military grade controlled property","description":"For legislation relative to military grade controlled property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1358","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226602,"bill_number":"S1149","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1149","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226603,"bill_number":"S1414","title":"Regulating the closure of state police barracks","description":"For legislation to regulate the closure of state police barracks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1414","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226604,"bill_number":"S1543","title":"Resolve establishing a study on alternative retirement benefits of public employees","description":"For legislation to establish a study on alternative retirement benefits of public employees . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1543","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226605,"bill_number":"S2177","title":"Relative to protecting veterans","description":"For legislation relative to protecting veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2177","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226606,"bill_number":"S1139","title":"Relative to voluntary third-party notification of end of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse","description":"For legislation relative to voluntary third-party notification of end of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1139","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226607,"bill_number":"S2104","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to install sound barriers in Quincy and Braintree","description":"For legislation relative to directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to install sound barriers in Quincy and Braintree. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2104","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226608,"bill_number":"S1552","title":"Relative to residency","description":"For legislation relative to residency requirements. . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1552","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226609,"bill_number":"S1651","title":"To promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote sustainable economic development throughout Massachusetts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1651","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226610,"bill_number":"S2118","title":"Relative to child passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to child passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2118","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226611,"bill_number":"S1718","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1718","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226612,"bill_number":"S1329","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1329","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226613,"bill_number":"S1146","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1729","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1146","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226614,"bill_number":"S1512","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1512","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226615,"bill_number":"S1637","title":"Ensuring marketplace fairness in taxation","description":"For legislation to ensure marketplace fairness in taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1637","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226617,"bill_number":"S1174","title":"Relative to parking","description":"For legislation relative to notification of parking violations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1174","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226618,"bill_number":"S1355","title":"To reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions","description":"For legislation to reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1355","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226619,"bill_number":"S944","title":"Relative to advertising by a Justice of the Peace","description":"For legislation relative to advertising by justices of the peace for the solemnization of marriages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S944","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226620,"bill_number":"S1721","title":"Relative to economic development tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to economic development tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1721","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226621,"bill_number":"S1927","title":"To promote zero-emission vehicle fleets by 2035","description":"For legislation to promote zero-emission vehicle fleets by 2035. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1923","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1927","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226622,"bill_number":"S1113","title":"Regarding protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools","description":"For legislation relative to protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2711","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1113","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226623,"bill_number":"S2116","title":"Relative to a clean transportation future","description":"For legislation relative to a clean transportation future. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2116","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226624,"bill_number":"S1412","title":"Relative to regional lockup facilities","description":"For legislation relative to regional lockup facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1412","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226625,"bill_number":"S2009","title":"To reduce greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to protect our environment and reduce the carbon footprint of the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2009","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226626,"bill_number":"S1050","title":"Relative to physician assistant non-competes","description":"For legislation relative to physician assistant non-competes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1050","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226627,"bill_number":"S1430","title":"Relative to inmate telephone call rates","description":"For legislation relative to inmate telephone calls. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1430","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226628,"bill_number":"S1417","title":"Relative to unlawful suppressors","description":"For legislation relative to suppressors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1417","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226629,"bill_number":"S845","title":"To prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications","description":"For legislation to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2805","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S845","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226630,"bill_number":"S955","title":"Enhancing justice for families harmed by lead","description":"For legislation to enhance justice for families harmed by lead . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S955","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226631,"bill_number":"S1413","title":"Further regulating the issuance of firearms identification cards","description":"For legislation to regulate the issuance of firearms identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1413","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226632,"bill_number":"S1158","title":"Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors","description":"For legislation relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1158","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226633,"bill_number":"S1648","title":"Relative to vacation and short-term rentals","description":"For legislation relative to vacation and short-term rentals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1648","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226634,"bill_number":"S1663","title":"Relative to stormwater management and climate change adaptation incentives","description":"For legislation relative to stormwater management and climate change adaptation incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1663","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226635,"bill_number":"S1716","title":"Relative to the taxation of cider","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of cider. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2651","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1716","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226636,"bill_number":"S1602","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2678","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1602","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226637,"bill_number":"S1869","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1869","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226638,"bill_number":"S2161","title":"Providing for a waiver of a certain payment of dues for veterans and active and retired Armed Forces members","description":"For legislation to provide for a waiver of a certain payment of dues for veterans and active and retired Armed Forces members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2161","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226639,"bill_number":"S1028","title":"Relative to treble damages","description":"For legislation relative to treble damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1028","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226640,"bill_number":"S1504","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1504","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226641,"bill_number":"S1112","title":"To enhance employment opportunities","description":"For legislation to enhance employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1112","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226642,"bill_number":"S1522","title":"Relative to the composition of the Group Insurance Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the Group Insurance Commission . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1522","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226643,"bill_number":"S1339","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1339","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226644,"bill_number":"S1532","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1532","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226645,"bill_number":"S1962","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1962","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226646,"bill_number":"S1349","title":"Establishing a fluoride task force","description":"For legislation to establish a fluoride task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1349","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226647,"bill_number":"S1628","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2456","last_action_date":"2020-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1628","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226648,"bill_number":"S1683","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1683","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226649,"bill_number":"S1229","title":"To establish a medical dosimetrist commission","description":"For legislation to establish a medical dosimetrist commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1229","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226650,"bill_number":"S1037","title":"Relative to the ownership of pets by convicted animal abusers","description":"For legislation relative to the ownership of pets by convicted animal abusers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2494","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1037","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226651,"bill_number":"S2055","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"For legislation relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2192","last_action_date":"2019-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2055","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226653,"bill_number":"S1189","title":"To improve the local infrastructure development program","description":"For legislation to improve the local infrastructure development program. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1189","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226654,"bill_number":"S1363","title":"Relative to officer-involved deaths and injuries","description":"For legislation relative to officer-involved deaths and injuries. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1363","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226655,"bill_number":"S1874","title":"Resolve regarding revitalizing the right of free petition","description":"For legislation regarding revitalizing the right of free petition. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1874","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226656,"bill_number":"S1431","title":"Allowing humane transportation of K9 partners aka Nero's law","description":"For legislation to allow humane transportation of K9 partners aka Nero's law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2423","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1431","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226657,"bill_number":"S1734","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1734","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226658,"bill_number":"S1932","title":"Promoting local energy investment and infrastructure modernization","description":"For legislation to promote local energy investment and infrastructure modernization. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1932","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226659,"bill_number":"S2060","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2060","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226660,"bill_number":"S2078","title":"To improve road safety","description":"For legislation to improve road safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2078","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226661,"bill_number":"S1252","title":"Relative to accessible prescription labeling","description":"For legislation relative to accessible prescription labeling. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1252","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226662,"bill_number":"S1483","title":"Concerning health insurance benefits for surviving spouses of firefighters in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to concern health insurance benefits for surviving spouses of firefighters in the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1483","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226663,"bill_number":"S1930","title":"To promote the production of renewable power through agricultural anaerobic digestion facilities","description":"For legislation to promote the production of renewable power through agricultural anaerobic digestion facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1930","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226664,"bill_number":"S2039","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2039","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1226665,"bill_number":"S1117","title":"Relative to clarifying legislative intent regarding the non-competition law","description":"For legislation relative to clarifying legislative intent regarding the non-competition law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1117","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226666,"bill_number":"S1106","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1106","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226667,"bill_number":"S1152","title":"To improve access to behavioral health services","description":"For legislation to improve access to behavioral health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2888","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1152","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226668,"bill_number":"S1399","title":"Prohibiting profiling of motorcyclists and motorcycle-only checkpoints","description":"For legislation to prohibit profiling of motorcyclists and motorcycle-only checkpoints. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1399","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226669,"bill_number":"S2056","title":"Relative to the cybersecurity of the internet connected devices and autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the cybersecurity of the internet connected devices and autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2056","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226670,"bill_number":"S1556","title":"To incentivize efficiencies in the education system","description":"For legislation to incentivize efficiencies in the education system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1556","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226671,"bill_number":"S2113","title":"Relative to peer to peer car sharing","description":"For legislation relative to peer to peer car sharing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2113","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226672,"bill_number":"S1883","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1883","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226673,"bill_number":"S1072","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1072","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226674,"bill_number":"S1821","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1821","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226675,"bill_number":"S1901","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1901","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226676,"bill_number":"S1978","title":"Relative to energy supply competition","description":"For legislation relative to energy supply competition. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1978","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226677,"bill_number":"S1765","title":"Granting property tax relief to seniors","description":"For legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1765","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226678,"bill_number":"S2015","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2015","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226679,"bill_number":"S1098","title":"Establishing EMAC exemption for human services nonprofits","description":"For legislation to establish EMAC exemption for human services nonprofits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1098","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226680,"bill_number":"S1193","title":"Relative to the Board of Park Commissioners of the town of Dunstable","description":"For legislation relative to the Board of Park Commissioners of the town of Dunstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1193","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226681,"bill_number":"S1840","title":"Establishing Massachusetts Freedom Day","description":"For legislation to establish Massachusetts Freedom Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1840","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226682,"bill_number":"S1975","title":"Relative to the Department of Public Utilities' proceedings and gas pipelines","description":"For legislation relative to the Department of Public Utilities' proceedings and gas pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1975","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226683,"bill_number":"S1400","title":"Relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment","description":"For legislation relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1400/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1400","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226684,"bill_number":"S927","title":"Relative to restoration of rights","description":"For legislation relative to restoration of rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S927","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226685,"bill_number":"S1375","title":"Concerning GPS devices to be worn by certain sex offender probationers and parolees","description":"For legislation relative to GPS devices to be worn by certain sex offender probationers and parolees . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1375","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226686,"bill_number":"S1196","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":"2019-10-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1196","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226687,"bill_number":"S1554","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1554","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226688,"bill_number":"S1207","title":"To reduce atmospheric pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce atmospheric pollution . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1207","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226690,"bill_number":"S1353","title":"To establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology","description":"For legislation to establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1353","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226691,"bill_number":"S1878","title":"To ensure gender parity on public boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to ensure gender parity on public boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4153","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1878","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226692,"bill_number":"S1886","title":"Relative to commonwealth building projects","description":"For legislation relative to commonwealth building projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1886","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226693,"bill_number":"S1315","title":"Relative to chemicals in food packaging","description":"For legislation relative to chemicals in food packaging. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1315","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226694,"bill_number":"S1266","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate central service technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2447","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1266","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226695,"bill_number":"S1506","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1506/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1506","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226696,"bill_number":"S1574","title":"Relative to group insurance costs","description":"For legislation to cap copays and deductibles for GIC subscribers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1574","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226697,"bill_number":"S1051","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2713","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1051","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226698,"bill_number":"S1579","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2213","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1579","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226699,"bill_number":"S1548","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2215","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1548","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226700,"bill_number":"S1929","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1929","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226702,"bill_number":"S1058","title":"Relative to compliance with the fair minimum wage","description":"For legislation relative to compliance with the fair minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1058","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226703,"bill_number":"S1771","title":"To increase transparency of taxpayers rights","description":"For legislation to increase transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1771","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226704,"bill_number":"S1366","title":"Establishing a minimum wage for incarcerated workers","description":"For legislation to establish a minimum wage for incarcerated workers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1366","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226705,"bill_number":"S1717","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1717","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226706,"bill_number":"S2097","title":"Promoting bicycle safety","description":"For legislation to promote bicycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S2042","last_action_date":"2019-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2097","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226707,"bill_number":"S1698","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1698","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226708,"bill_number":"S1065","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2716","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1065","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226709,"bill_number":"S1111","title":"To restore workers' rights","description":"For legislation to restore workers' rights. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1111","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226711,"bill_number":"S1559","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1559","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226712,"bill_number":"S1864","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1864","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226713,"bill_number":"S1119","title":"Relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients","description":"For legislation relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2637","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1119","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226714,"bill_number":"S1169","title":"Relative to solar drying of laundry","description":"For legislation relative to the use of outdoor clotheslines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1169","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226715,"bill_number":"S1650","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-17","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1650","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226716,"bill_number":"S1080","title":"To clarify the earned sick time leave","description":"For legislation to clarify the earned sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1080","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226717,"bill_number":"S1873","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1873","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226718,"bill_number":"S2112","title":"To strengthen the review process for a medically conditioned license to operate a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to strengthen the review process for a medically conditioned license to operate a motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2112","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226719,"bill_number":"S2098","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2098","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226720,"bill_number":"S1691","title":"To promote urban agriculture and horticulture","description":"For legislation to promote urban agriculture and horticulture. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2551","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1691","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226721,"bill_number":"S1939","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1939","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226722,"bill_number":"S1089","title":"Relative to community college tuition","description":"For legislation relative to community college tuition. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2991","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1089","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226723,"bill_number":"S1758","title":"Authorizing the town of Raynham to suspend the collection of boat excise","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Raynham to suspend the collection of boat excise. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-04-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1758","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226725,"bill_number":"S1490","title":"Relative to special needs trusts and pensions","description":"For legislation relative to special needs trusts and pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1490","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226726,"bill_number":"S1942","title":"Establishing a study of energy efficient options for low income households","description":"For legislation to establish a study of energy efficient options for low income households. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1942","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226727,"bill_number":"S1289","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"For legislation relative to diabetes prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1289","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226728,"bill_number":"S1750","title":"Relative to the accessibility and affordability of trade school education","description":"For legislation relative to the accessibility and affordability of trade school education. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1750","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226729,"bill_number":"S1199","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1199","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226730,"bill_number":"S2006","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2006","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226731,"bill_number":"S2121","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2121","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226732,"bill_number":"S2151","title":"Relative to Veterans' Education Tuition System (VETS)","description":"For legislation relative to Veterans' Education Tuition System (VETS). Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2151","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226733,"bill_number":"S1163","title":"Relative to creating intensive stabilization and treatment units within the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1163","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226734,"bill_number":"S1834","title":"Establishing plastic pollution action day in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish plastic pollution action day in the commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1834","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226735,"bill_number":"S1468","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1468","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226736,"bill_number":"S1741","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1741","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226737,"bill_number":"S1187","title":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Charlton","description":"For legislation relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Charlton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1187","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226738,"bill_number":"S2054","title":"To examine the feasibility of rail service between North Adams, Greenfield and Boston","description":"For legislation to examine the feasibility of rail service between North Adams, Greenfield and Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2054","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226739,"bill_number":"S1008","title":"Relative to juvenile offenders","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1008","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226740,"bill_number":"S1411","title":"To enhance child passenger safety","description":"For legislation to enhance child passenger safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1411","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226741,"bill_number":"S2103","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2103","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226742,"bill_number":"S1114","title":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","description":"For legislation relative to collective bargaining dues. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1114","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226743,"bill_number":"S1837","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the legislative process","description":"For legislation for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the legislative process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1837","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226744,"bill_number":"S1866","title":"Proclaiming May as Aviation Awareness Month","description":"For legislation to proclaim May as Aviation Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1866","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226745,"bill_number":"S2020","title":"Establishing the Representative Chris Walsh disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists","description":"For legislation to establishing the Representative Chris Walsh disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2020","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226746,"bill_number":"S1488","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"For legislation relative to ordinary disability retirements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1488/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1488","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226747,"bill_number":"S1844","title":"Creating lysosomal storage disorders awareness week","description":"For legislation to create lysosomal storage disorder awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1844","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226748,"bill_number":"S1836","title":"Relative to municipal impact statements","description":"For legislation relative to municipal impact statements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1836","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226749,"bill_number":"S1226","title":"To improve food allergy awareness","description":"For legislation to improve food allergy awareness. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1226","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226750,"bill_number":"S1987","title":"To expand the green communities program to mitigate climate change","description":"For legislation to expand the green communities program to mitigate climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1987","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226752,"bill_number":"S1754","title":"Relative to the taxation of above ground conduits, wires, and pipes used in the transportation of natural gas","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of above ground conduits, wires, and pipes used in the transportation of natural gas. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1754","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226753,"bill_number":"S1236","title":"Relative to HIV routine screening and care","description":"For legislation relative to HIV routine screening and care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1236","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226755,"bill_number":"S1961","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1961","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226756,"bill_number":"S1626","title":"Excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to exclude student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1626","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226757,"bill_number":"S1505","title":"Relative to the conversion of certain disability retirements","description":"For legislation relative to the conversion of certain disability retirements of public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1505/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1505","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226758,"bill_number":"S1615","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1615","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226759,"bill_number":"S1882","title":"To establish February 14 as Frederick Douglass Day","description":"For legislation to establish February 14 as Frederick Douglass Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1882","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226760,"bill_number":"S1748","title":"Establishing a tax credit for employment of veterans","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for employment of veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1748","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226761,"bill_number":"S1880","title":"To establish the third Saturday in July as Black Picnic Day","description":"For legislation to establish the third Saturday in July as Black Picnic Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1880","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226762,"bill_number":"S1481","title":"Relative to non-clerical workers of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation relative to non-clerical workers of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2176","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1481","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226763,"bill_number":"S1409","title":"To ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers","description":"For legislation to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1409","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226765,"bill_number":"S1870","title":"Relative to Massachusetts time zones","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts time zones. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1870","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226766,"bill_number":"S1752","title":"Eliminating the excise tax on automobiles","description":"For legislation to eliminate the excise tax on automobiles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1752","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226767,"bill_number":"S1897","title":"Authorizing the transfer of a parcel of land in the city of Taunton","description":"For legislation to authorize the transfer of a certain parcel of land in the city of Taunton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1897","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226768,"bill_number":"S1190","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1190","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226769,"bill_number":"S1625","title":"Relative to closing the water infrastructure funding gap with water and sewer connection fees","description":"For legislation to close the water infrastructure funding gap with water and sewer connection fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1625","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1226770,"bill_number":"S2165","title":"Resolutions to prevent the first use of nuclear weapons by the United States","description":"For legislation to prevent the first use of nuclear weapons by the United States. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2165","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226771,"bill_number":"S1858","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1858","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226772,"bill_number":"S1463","title":"Relative to furthering the success of opiate intervention programs","description":"For legislation to further the success of opiate intervention programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1463","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226773,"bill_number":"S1179","title":"Authorizing the town of Salisbury to assume control of the Ring’s Island Water District","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Salisbury to assume control of the Ring’s Island Water District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2597","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1179","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226774,"bill_number":"S1814","title":"Relative to public accessibility requirements","description":"For legislation relative to public accessibility requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1814","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226775,"bill_number":"S1406","title":"Relative to Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Dispatchers","description":"For legislation relative to Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Dispatchers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1406","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226776,"bill_number":"S1564","title":"Relative to the health and welfare of the University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation relative to the health and welfare of the University of Massachusetts police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1564","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226777,"bill_number":"S2010","title":"To expand offshore wind development in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to expand offshore wind development in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2010","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226778,"bill_number":"S1638","title":"Providing home energy efficiency audits as a benefit of employment","description":"For legislation to provide home energy efficiency audits as a benefit of employment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1638","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226779,"bill_number":"S1597","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1597","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226780,"bill_number":"S1937","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1937","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226781,"bill_number":"S2109","title":"On wounded warrior bill for Massachusetts veterans","description":"For legislation on wounded warrior bill for Massachusetts veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2109","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226782,"bill_number":"S1395","title":"To ensure timely firearms license processing","description":"For legislation to ensure timely firearms license processing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1395/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1395","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226783,"bill_number":"S1850","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"For legislation relative to state contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2793","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1850","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226784,"bill_number":"S1588","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":"For legislation to provide 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2380","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1588","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226785,"bill_number":"S1326","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2765","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1326","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226786,"bill_number":"S1784","title":"Extending the wellness program tax credit","description":"For legislation to extend the wellness program tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1784","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226787,"bill_number":"S1598","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1598","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226789,"bill_number":"S1064","title":"Relative to enhanced enforcement of civil penalties","description":"For legislation relative to enhanced enforcement of civil penalties. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1064","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226790,"bill_number":"S1578","title":"Relative to post-retirement earnings of public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to post-retirement earnings of public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1578","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1226791,"bill_number":"S1102","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2936","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1102","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226792,"bill_number":"S1091","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1091","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226793,"bill_number":"S1957","title":"Increasing solar rooftop energy","description":"For legislation to increase solar rooftop energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1925","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1957","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226794,"bill_number":"S1238","title":"Regarding the pediatric palliative care program","description":"For legislation relative to the pediatric palliative care program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1238","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226797,"bill_number":"S1652","title":"Reducing the costs for adoption","description":"For legislation to reduce the costs for adoption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1652","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226798,"bill_number":"S1979","title":"Concerning market review","description":"For legislation relative to market review . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1979","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226799,"bill_number":"S1450","title":"Relative to emergency response in an active shooter or hostile event situation","description":"For legislation relative to emergency response in an active shooter or hostile event situation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1450","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226800,"bill_number":"S1940","title":"For utility transition to using renewable energy (FUTURE)","description":"For legislation for utility transition to using renewable energy (FUTURE). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1940","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226801,"bill_number":"S1034","title":"Establishing a divorce task force","description":"For legislation to establish a divorce task force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1034","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226802,"bill_number":"S1482","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1482","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226803,"bill_number":"S1575","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"For legislation relative to health care insurance for surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1575","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226804,"bill_number":"S1707","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a mean tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"For legislation to authorize the establishment of a mean tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1707","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226805,"bill_number":"S1480","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":"For legislation 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. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1480","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226806,"bill_number":"S1782","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1782","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226807,"bill_number":"S1768","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1768","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226809,"bill_number":"S1778","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1778","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226810,"bill_number":"S1795","title":"Supporting voluntary income tax assistance sites","description":"For legislation to support voluntary income tax assistance sites. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1795","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226811,"bill_number":"S1454","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"For legislation relative to fire safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1454","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1226812,"bill_number":"S1677","title":"To increase transparency of taxpayers rights","description":"For legislation to increase transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1677","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226813,"bill_number":"S1402","title":"Ensuring the safety of our communities and citizens","description":"For legislation to ensure the safety of our communities and citizens. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1402","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226814,"bill_number":"S1182","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1182","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226815,"bill_number":"S1124","title":"Relative to cooperatives in the Marijuana industry","description":"For legislation relative to cooperatives in the Marijuana industry . Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1124","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226816,"bill_number":"S1254","title":"Promoting health information exchanges","description":"For legislation to promote health information exchanges. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1254","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226817,"bill_number":"S1724","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"For legislation to establish a college tuition tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1724","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226818,"bill_number":"S2088","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2088","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226819,"bill_number":"S1372","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1372","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226821,"bill_number":"S1949","title":"Protecting the taxpayers of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the taxpayers of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1949","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226822,"bill_number":"S1746","title":"Relative to property taxes and senior citizens","description":"For legislation relative to property taxes and senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1746","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226823,"bill_number":"S1313","title":"Relative to improving outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest","description":"For legislation to improve outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1313","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226824,"bill_number":"S1248","title":"Relative to public safety","description":"For legislation relative to public safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1248","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226825,"bill_number":"S1569","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1569","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226826,"bill_number":"S1681","title":"Relative to gun safe tax deductions","description":"For legislation relative to gun safe tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1681","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226827,"bill_number":"S1258","title":"Relative 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1258","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226828,"bill_number":"S1965","title":"Regulating pipelines","description":"For legislation to regulate pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1965","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226829,"bill_number":"S1772","title":"Reducing the income tax","description":"For legislation to reduce the income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1772","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226830,"bill_number":"S1959","title":"Relative to ensuring gas safety and consumer fairness","description":"For legislation to ensure gas safety and consumer fairness. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1959","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226831,"bill_number":"S1605","title":"Relative to excise tax repayments","description":"For legislation relative to excise tax repayments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1605","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226832,"bill_number":"S1516","title":"Relative to the divestment of state pension funds from nuclear weapons","description":"For legislation relative to the divestment of state pension funds from nuclear weapons. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1516","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226833,"bill_number":"S1346","title":"Relative to increasing community care through co-location of services","description":"For legislation relative to increasing community care through co-location of services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1346","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226834,"bill_number":"S2157","title":"Resolve creating a citizens commission concerning the commonwealth of Massachusetts being in alignment with the UN treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"For legislation to create a citizens commission concerning the commonwealth of Massachusetts being in alignment with the UN treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2157","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226835,"bill_number":"S1668","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax reimbursement","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2795","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1668","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226836,"bill_number":"S1944","title":"Relative to improving reliability and resiliency of electricity distribution infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to improving reliability and resiliency of electricity distribution infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1944","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226837,"bill_number":"S1546","title":"Relative to Parkinson's disease disability and death in firefighters","description":"For legislation 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2378","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1546","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226838,"bill_number":"S1672","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":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1672","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226839,"bill_number":"S2154","title":"Providing for timely reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans’ benefits","description":"For legislation to provide for timely reimbursement of cities and towns for veterans’ benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2154","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226842,"bill_number":"S1397","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1397","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226843,"bill_number":"S2156","title":"Resolutions in support of a congressional investigation regarding impeachment of President Donald J. Trump","description":"For legislation in support of a congressional investigation regarding impeachment of President Donald J. Trump. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2156","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226844,"bill_number":"S1865","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1865","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226845,"bill_number":"S1612","title":"Relative to encouraging diversity in tax credit programs","description":"For legislation relative to encouraging diversity in tax credit programs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1612","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226846,"bill_number":"S1362","title":"To create uniform standards in use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm","description":"For legislation to create uniform standards in use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1362","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226847,"bill_number":"S1788","title":"Creating a private mortgage insurance tax deduction","description":"For legislation to create a private mortgage insurance tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1788","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226848,"bill_number":"S1950","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1950","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1226849,"bill_number":"S1781","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Maritime Commercial Development tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Maritime Commercial Development tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1781","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226850,"bill_number":"S1913","title":"Providing for alternative delivery of infrastructure projects","description":"For legislation to provide for alternative delivery of infrastructure projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1913","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226851,"bill_number":"S1728","title":"Supporting job growth in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to support job growth in the commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1728","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
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{"bill_id":1226853,"bill_number":"S2141","title":"Relative to commercial fees","description":"For legislation relative to commercial fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2141","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226854,"bill_number":"S1863","title":"Relative to tiny homes","description":"For legislation relative to tiny homes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1863","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226855,"bill_number":"S1964","title":"Relative to a Massachusetts broadband competitive marketplace study","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a special commission relative to the promotion of a Massachusetts broadband competitive marketplace. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1964","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226856,"bill_number":"S1787","title":"Relative to promoting tax relief for adoptive parents","description":"For legislation to promote tax relief for adoptive parents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1787","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226858,"bill_number":"S1345","title":"Establishing a commission on quality patient outcomes and nurse staffing","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on quality patient outcomes and nurse staffing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1345","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226859,"bill_number":"S1842","title":"Designating January as peace officer history month","description":"For legislation to designate January as peace officer history month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1842","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226860,"bill_number":"S1608","title":"To invest in our communities","description":"For legislation to invest in our communities and tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1608","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":1226861,"bill_number":"S1550","title":"To define surplus for retirement systems","description":"For legislation to define surplus for retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1550","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226862,"bill_number":"S1121","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1121","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226863,"bill_number":"S1319","title":"Relative to protecting air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators","description":"For legislation relative to protecting air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1319","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226864,"bill_number":"S2166","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2166","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226865,"bill_number":"S1181","title":"Relative to variances","description":"For legislation relative to variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1181","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226867,"bill_number":"S1160","title":"Expanding access to patient centered care for opioid use disorder","description":"For legislation to expand access to patient centered care for opioid use disorder. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2888","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1160","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226868,"bill_number":"S1485","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by infectious diseases, presumption","description":"For legislation relative to disability or death caused by infectious diseases, presumption. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1485","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226869,"bill_number":"S2048","title":"Relative to school attendance incentives","description":"For legislation relative to school attendance incentives. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2048","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226870,"bill_number":"S1296","title":"Relative to the cleanliness of public rest rooms","description":"For legislation relative to the cleanliness of public rest rooms. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1296","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226871,"bill_number":"S1434","title":"Relative to equitable firearm license fees","description":"Relative to firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1434","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226872,"bill_number":"S1963","title":"To ensure safety and transparency in pipeline repair","description":"For legislation to ensure safety and transparency in pipeline repair. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1963","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226873,"bill_number":"S1751","title":"Increasing the property tax exemption for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to increase the property tax exemption for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1751","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226874,"bill_number":"S1429","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1429","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1226875,"bill_number":"S2087","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2646","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2087","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226876,"bill_number":"S1382","title":"Relative to violations of regulations regarding hot works processes","description":"For legislation relative to violations of regulations regarding hot works processes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1382","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226877,"bill_number":"S1587","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1587","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226878,"bill_number":"S1096","title":"Relative to justice in the workplace","description":"For legislation relative to justice in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1096","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226879,"bill_number":"S1357","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1357","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
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{"bill_id":1226881,"bill_number":"S1988","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1988","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226882,"bill_number":"S1922","title":"To require home energy audits","description":"For legislation to require home energy audits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1922","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226883,"bill_number":"S2036","title":"Relative to congestion in East Boston","description":"For legislation relative to congestion in East Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2036","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226884,"bill_number":"S1542","title":"Relative to Parkinson's disease disability and death in firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to Parkinson's disease disability and death in firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2378","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1542","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226885,"bill_number":"S1271","title":"Educating patients on environmental health risks such as wireless exposures","description":"For legislation to educate patients on environmental health risks such as wireless exposures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1271","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1226886,"bill_number":"S2094","title":"Relative to a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2094","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226887,"bill_number":"S1031","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1436","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1031","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":1226889,"bill_number":"S1999","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1999","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226890,"bill_number":"S1290","title":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","description":"For legislation to expand access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2449","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1290","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226891,"bill_number":"S1706","title":"Relative to extending the wellness program tax credit","description":"For legislation to extend the wellness program tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1706","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226894,"bill_number":"S2123","title":"Relative to penalties for operation of motor vehicles after unlawful removal of an ignition interlock device","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for operation of motor vehicles after unlawful removal of an ignition interlock device. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2890","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2123","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
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{"bill_id":1226896,"bill_number":"S1314","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1314","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226897,"bill_number":"S1270","title":"Promoting the health and well-being of mothers and infants","description":"For legislation to promote the health and well-being of mothers and infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1270","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226898,"bill_number":"S1644","title":"Relative to short-term rentals","description":"For legislation relative to short-term rentals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1644","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1226899,"bill_number":"S1220","title":"Advancing health equity","description":"For legislation to advance health equity. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1220","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226900,"bill_number":"S1133","title":"Relative to the cultivation of hemp","description":"For legislation relative to the cultivation of hemp. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3535","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1133","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226901,"bill_number":"S1165","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"For legislation relative to protective custody. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1165","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226902,"bill_number":"S2044","title":"Relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements","description":"For legislation relative to autocycle motor vehicle definition and operating requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2044","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226903,"bill_number":"S1918","title":"To increase competition and reduce costs for constructing water treatment plants","description":"For legislation to increase competition and reduce costs for constructing water treatment plants. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1918","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226904,"bill_number":"S1154","title":"To protect children's mental health services","description":"For legislation to protect children's mental health services. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2888","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1154","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226905,"bill_number":"S1405","title":"Relative to medical services","description":"For legislation relative to medical services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1405","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226906,"bill_number":"S1038","title":"Relative to the impersonation of a public safety officer","description":"For legislation relative to impersonating a public officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1038","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226907,"bill_number":"S1557","title":"Relative to the active service buy-back program for firefighters and police officers","description":"For legislation relative to the active service buy-back program for firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1557","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226908,"bill_number":"S1039","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1039","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1226909,"bill_number":"S1202","title":"Relative to the boards and offices to be appointed by the Town Manager in Ipswich","description":"For legislation relative to the boards and offices to be appointed by the Town Manager in Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1203","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1202","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226910,"bill_number":"S1876","title":"Establishing a commission on transparency and use of artificial intelligence in government decision-making","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on transparency and use of artificial intelligence in government decision-making. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2701","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1876","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226911,"bill_number":"S1898","title":"Promoting equality and respect in the legislature","description":"For legislation to promote equality and respect in the legislature. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1898","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1226912,"bill_number":"S1982","title":"Relative to wifi and cellular infrastructure along rail lines","description":"For legislation relative to wifi and cellular infrastructure along rail lines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1982","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1226913,"bill_number":"S1925","title":"To encourage the deployment of heat pumps","description":"For legislation to encourage the deployment of heat pumps. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2020-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1925","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226914,"bill_number":"S2023","title":"Establishing a food tourism task force","description":"For legislation to establish a food tourism task force. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2023","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226916,"bill_number":"S1620","title":"Relative to senior citizen property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to senior citizen property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1620","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226917,"bill_number":"S1862","title":"Establishing 413 day","description":"For legislation to establish 413 day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1862","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226926,"bill_number":"S1197","title":"Authorizing the town of Marshfield to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Marshfield to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1197","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226927,"bill_number":"S1851","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to identify a suitable location for a justice complex in Southern Middlesex County","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to identify a suitable location for a justice complex in Southern Middlesex County. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1851","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226928,"bill_number":"S2003","title":"Relative to solar mobility systems","description":"For legislation relative to solar mobility systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2003","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226929,"bill_number":"S1832","title":"Relative to Native American tribal recognition","description":"For legislation relative to Native American tribal recognition. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1832","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1226930,"bill_number":"S1156","title":"To establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1156","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1226931,"bill_number":"S1604","title":"Providing tax relief to seniors while creating affordable housing","description":"For legislation to provide tax relief to seniors while creating affordable housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1604","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1226932,"bill_number":"S1974","title":"Relative to municipal net metering facilities","description":"For legislation relative to municipal net metering facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1974","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226933,"bill_number":"S1084","title":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","description":"For legislation relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2312","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1084","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1226934,"bill_number":"S1486","title":"Providing fairness for employees of District Attorneys","description":"For legislation to provide fairness for employees of District Attorneys . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1486","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226935,"bill_number":"S1092","title":"Updating overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers","description":"For legislation to update overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2313","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1092","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226936,"bill_number":"S1896","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1896","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226937,"bill_number":"S1224","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1224","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226939,"bill_number":"S1646","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2434","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1646","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1226940,"bill_number":"S2150","title":"Commissioning a study of ways to aid the Chapter 90 program","description":"For legislation to commission a study of ways to aid the Chapter 90 program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2150","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1226941,"bill_number":"S2079","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2079","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226942,"bill_number":"S2128","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"For legislation to ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2128","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226943,"bill_number":"S1653","title":"Stimulating small business investment","description":"For legislation to stimulate small business investment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1653","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226944,"bill_number":"S1544","title":"Resolve establishing a study on providing absolute social security coverage for public employees","description":"For legislation to establish a study on providing absolute social security coverage for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1544","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226945,"bill_number":"S1828","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1828","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226946,"bill_number":"S1820","title":"Relative to pet fees","description":"For legislation relative to pet fees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1820","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226947,"bill_number":"S1056","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2548","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1056","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226948,"bill_number":"S1895","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1895","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1226951,"bill_number":"S1170","title":"Relative to zero parking development","description":"For legislation relative to zero parking development. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1170","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1226952,"bill_number":"S1881","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Salem","description":"For legislation to authorize the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Salem. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2584","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1881","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1226954,"bill_number":"S2049","title":"Relative to micro-mobility and motorized scooters","description":"For legislation relative to micro-mobility and motorized scooters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2049","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226955,"bill_number":"S1323","title":"Enabling trained school personnel to administer life saving epinephrine treatment","description":"For legislation to enable trained school personnel to administer life saving epinephrine treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2683","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1323","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226956,"bill_number":"S1071","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"For legislation relative to workplace safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2372","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1071","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226957,"bill_number":"S1780","title":"Relative to repealing the Employer Medical Assistance Contribution Supplement Tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the Employer Medical Assistance Contribution Supplement Tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1780","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226958,"bill_number":"S1558","title":"Providing for an equitable Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System pension for Paul C. Nordberg","description":"For legislation to provide for an equitable Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System pension for Paul C. Nordberg. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1558","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226959,"bill_number":"S1568","title":"Providing health insurance coverage to the surviving children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage to the surviving children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1568","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226960,"bill_number":"S1054","title":"Identifying corporate irresponsibility","description":"For legislation to identify corporate irresponsibility . Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2714","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1054","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1226961,"bill_number":"S2050","title":"Relative to a special commission to study Day Boulevard in South Boston","description":"For legislation relative to a special commission to study Day Boulevard in South Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2050","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1226962,"bill_number":"S2030","title":"Relative to accessible parking placards","description":"For legislation relative to accessible parking placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2030","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1226963,"bill_number":"S1631","title":"To mitigate snowbird relocation","description":"For legislation to mitigate snowbird relocation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1631","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226964,"bill_number":"S1541","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David P. Christian, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David P. Christian, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1541","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1226965,"bill_number":"S1308","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2278","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1308","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226966,"bill_number":"S1026","title":"Relative to hate crimes","description":"For legislation relative to hate crimes . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1026","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226967,"bill_number":"S1446","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1446","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226969,"bill_number":"S1738","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1738","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226970,"bill_number":"S1377","title":"To reduce recidivism and promote family relationships during incarceration","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism and promote family relationships during incarceration. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1377/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1377","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
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{"bill_id":1226972,"bill_number":"S1725","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2512","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1725","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226973,"bill_number":"S1545","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Bernard J. Goclowski","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement benefits of Bernard J. Goclowski. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1545","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226974,"bill_number":"S1261","title":"To promote public safety and certainty related to child deaths","description":"For legislation to promote public safety and certainty related to child deaths. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1261","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1226975,"bill_number":"S1967","title":"Relative to natural gas safety and responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to natural gas safety and responsibility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1967","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1226976,"bill_number":"S2170","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2170","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1226977,"bill_number":"S1342","title":"Further regulating hospitals","description":"For legislation to further regulate hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1342","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1226978,"bill_number":"S1830","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the effects of the one-day solemnizer rule","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the effects of the one-day solemnizer rule. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1830","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226979,"bill_number":"S1938","title":"To establish rate options to reduce customer costs and lower peak demand","description":"For legislation to establish rate options to reduce customer costs and lower peak demand. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1938","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226980,"bill_number":"S1659","title":"To establish a commission to report on the people's budget","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to report on the people's budget. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1659","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1226981,"bill_number":"S1388","title":"Relative to crime gun data reporting and analysis","description":"For legislation relative to crime gun data reporting and analysis . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1388","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1226983,"bill_number":"S1129","title":"Relative to the growth of hemp","description":"For legislation relative to the growth of hemp. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3535","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1129","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1226984,"bill_number":"S1317","title":"Creating a special commission to study the prevalence and prevention of child lead poisoning","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to study the prevalence and prevention of child lead poisoning. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1280","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1317","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226985,"bill_number":"S1595","title":"Relative to the safety of fire, police, and emergency medical technicians from contagious diseases","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of fire, police, and emergency medical technicians from contagious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2261","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1595","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226986,"bill_number":"S1692","title":"Providing property tax relief for older adults","description":"For legislation to provide property tax relief for older adults. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1692","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1226987,"bill_number":"S2125","title":"Relative to distinctive plates for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to distinctive plates for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2125","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1226988,"bill_number":"S2042","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"For legislation to reduce traffic fatalities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2204","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2042","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1226989,"bill_number":"S2016","title":"Relative to fair radius restrictions of transfer stations","description":"For legislation relative to fair radius restrictions of transfer stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2016","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1226990,"bill_number":"S1884","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1884","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1226991,"bill_number":"S1128","title":"Relative to medical marijuana patient safety and access","description":"For legislation relative to medical marijuana patient safety and access. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2639","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1128","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1226997,"bill_number":"S1521","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1521","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1226998,"bill_number":"S1951","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1951","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227000,"bill_number":"S1538","title":"Relative to the teachers retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to the teachers retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H16","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1538","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227001,"bill_number":"S1996","title":"Relative to anaerobic digestion","description":"For legislation relative to anaerobic digestion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1930","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1996","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227002,"bill_number":"S1360","title":"To require liability insurance for gun ownership","description":"For legislation to require liability insurance for gun ownership. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1360","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1227003,"bill_number":"S1249","title":"Relative to health care","description":"For legislation relative to pulse oxymetry testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1249","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227004,"bill_number":"S1525","title":"To provide diabetes prevention program benefits","description":"For legislation to provide diabetes prevention program benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1525","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1227005,"bill_number":"S1983","title":"Relative to home energy efficiency","description":"For legislation relative to home energy efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1983","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227006,"bill_number":"S2081","title":"Authorizing the Department of Highways to acquire a certain dam in the town of Norwood","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Highways to acquire a certain dam in the town of Norwood. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2081","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1227007,"bill_number":"S1005","title":"Relative to health care proxies","description":"For legislation relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1005","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227008,"bill_number":"S2099","title":"To authorize Massachusetts Fallen Firefighter Memorial motorcycle license plates","description":"For legislation to authorize Massachusetts Fallen Firefighter Memorial motorcycle license plates . Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2099","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
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{"bill_id":1227010,"bill_number":"S1328","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1328","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227011,"bill_number":"S1732","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1732","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227012,"bill_number":"S2001","title":"Relative to solar siting","description":"For legislation relative to solar siting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2001","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227014,"bill_number":"S1610","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2544","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1610","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227015,"bill_number":"S1676","title":"Addressing challenges of rural zip codes and state revenue calculations","description":"For legislation to address challenges of rural zip codes and state revenue calculations. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1676","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1227016,"bill_number":"S1510","title":"Relative to the employment status and retirement benefits of a former employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, Donnalyn Sullivan","description":"For legislation relative to the employment status and retirement benefits of a former employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, Donnalyn Sullivan. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1510","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227018,"bill_number":"S1766","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1766","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1227019,"bill_number":"S945","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S945","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1227020,"bill_number":"S1507","title":"Establishing creditable service for veterans","description":"For legislation to establish credible service for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1507/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1507","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227021,"bill_number":"S2148","title":"Relative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton","description":"For legislation relative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2148","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1227022,"bill_number":"S1537","title":"Reforming the group insurance commission","description":"For legislation to reform the group insurance commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1537","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227023,"bill_number":"S2034","title":"Relative to electric foot scooters","description":"For legislation relative to electric foot scooters . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2034","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1227024,"bill_number":"S2004","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2004","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227025,"bill_number":"S1374","title":"Relative to access to community corrections","description":"For legislation relative to access to community corrections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2675","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1374","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1227027,"bill_number":"S1172","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1172","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227029,"bill_number":"S1553","title":"Relative to firefighter training","description":"For legislation relative to firefighter training. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2290","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1553","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227030,"bill_number":"S1710","title":"Relative to reducing recidivism and employment discrimination against released prisoners","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism and employment discrimination against released prisoners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1710","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227031,"bill_number":"S1577","title":"Providing for binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers","description":"For legislation to provide for binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1577","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1227032,"bill_number":"S1103","title":"Allowing 12 and 13 year old youth to be employed as soccer referees","description":"For legislation to allow 12 and 13 year old youth to be employed as soccer referees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1103","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227033,"bill_number":"S1210","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"For legislation relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2448","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1210","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1227034,"bill_number":"S1435","title":"Relative to elevator certificates","description":"For legislation relative to elevator certificates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1435","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227037,"bill_number":"S1215","title":"To improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1215","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1227038,"bill_number":"S1744","title":"Relative to taxes and fee transparency","description":"For legislation relative to taxes and fee transparency. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1744","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227039,"bill_number":"S1243","title":"Requiring food establishments to prepare seafood in separate fryers","description":"For legislation to require food establishments to prepare seafood in separate fryers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1243","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227041,"bill_number":"S1920","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1920","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1227042,"bill_number":"S1122","title":"Relative to marijuana zoning","description":"For legislation relative to marijuana zoning. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1122","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1227043,"bill_number":"S1566","title":"Relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission Board","description":"For legislation relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1566","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227044,"bill_number":"S1827","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1827","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1227045,"bill_number":"S1976","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1976","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1227046,"bill_number":"S2089","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2089","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1227047,"bill_number":"S947","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S947","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1227048,"bill_number":"S1665","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1665","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227049,"bill_number":"S1203","title":"Relative to gender neutral redraft of the town charter of Ipswich","description":"For legislation relative to gender neutral redraft of the town charter of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2406","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1203","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227050,"bill_number":"S2053","title":"Relative to safety and transportation impact reviews","description":"For legislation relative to safety and transportation impact reviews. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2559","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2053","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227052,"bill_number":"S1307","title":"Resolve establishing a sexual assault counselor certification task force","description":"For legislation to establish a sexual assault counselor certification task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2692","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1307","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227053,"bill_number":"S1868","title":"Relative to recognition of the \"Honor and Remember\" flag in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to recognition of the \"Honor and Remember\" flag in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2797","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1868","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1227054,"bill_number":"S1994","title":"Relative to community liaisons","description":"For legislation relative to community liaisons . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1994","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227055,"bill_number":"S1685","title":"To ensure affordable health connector coverage","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable health connector coverage. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1685","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1227057,"bill_number":"S1161","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. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1161","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227059,"bill_number":"S2052","title":"Relative to a special commission to study MBTA assets in the City of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to a special commission to study MBTA assets in the City of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2052","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227060,"bill_number":"S1157","title":"To improve access to care by removing barriers to practice for psychiatric nurse mental health clinical 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1157","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1227061,"bill_number":"S1700","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1700","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227062,"bill_number":"S1720","title":"Closing a corporate tax haven loophole","description":"For legislation to close a corporate tax haven loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1720","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227063,"bill_number":"S1116","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2314","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1116","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227064,"bill_number":"S1891","title":"Relative to land taking appraisals","description":"For legislation relative to land taking appraisals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1891","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227065,"bill_number":"S2083","title":"Establishing transit improvement districts","description":"For legislation to establish transit improvement districts . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2083","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227067,"bill_number":"S2137","title":"Relative to strengthening public safety through interlock devices","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening public safety through interlock devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2806","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2137","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227068,"bill_number":"S2111","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2111","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227069,"bill_number":"S1281","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"For legislation relative to HLTV 111 tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1281","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227070,"bill_number":"S1740","title":"Establishing a tax credit for teachers purchasing supplies","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for teachers purchasing supplies. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1740","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227071,"bill_number":"S1723","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1723","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227072,"bill_number":"S1343","title":"To protect essential health services","description":"For legislation to protect essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1343","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227073,"bill_number":"S1316","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2686","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1316","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227075,"bill_number":"S2172","title":"Relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits","description":"For legislation relative to COLA adjustments for veteran benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2172","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227076,"bill_number":"S1817","title":"Relative to a special commission to study an appropriate location for a public library in South Boston","description":"For legislation relative to a special commission to study an appropriate location for a public library in South Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1817","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227077,"bill_number":"S1684","title":"Preventing diversion of public revenue to private schools","description":"For legislation to prevent diversion of public revenue to private schools. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1684","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1227078,"bill_number":"S1694","title":"Relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1694","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227079,"bill_number":"S1767","title":"Increasing the land conservation tax credit","description":"For legislation to increase the land conservation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4465","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1767","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227080,"bill_number":"S1192","title":"Relative to the town charter of Groton","description":"For legislation relative to the town charter of Groton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1192","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1227081,"bill_number":"S912","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S912","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1227082,"bill_number":"S1100","title":"Expanding whistleblower protections","description":"For legislation to expand whistleblower protections. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1100","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227083,"bill_number":"S1130","title":"Relative to marijuana potency","description":"For legislation relative to marijuana potency. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1130","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227084,"bill_number":"S1611","title":"Supporting residents and communities in resolving tax debt","description":"For legislation to support residents and communities in resolving tax debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2548","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1611","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227086,"bill_number":"S1300","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1300","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227087,"bill_number":"S1436","title":"Relative to novelty sparklers","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1436","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227088,"bill_number":"S2167","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2167","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227089,"bill_number":"S1178","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1178","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1227090,"bill_number":"S1416","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to volunteer ambulance service. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1416","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1227091,"bill_number":"S1617","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1617","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227092,"bill_number":"S1813","title":"Establishing a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2452","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1813","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227093,"bill_number":"S1585","title":"Authorizing the town of Groveland to continue the employment of Joseph Santapaola as Fire Lieutenant/EMT","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Groveland to continue the employment of Joseph Santapaola as Fire Lieutenant/EMT. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1585","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227094,"bill_number":"S1530","title":"Exempting Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut","description":"For legislation to exempt Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3703","last_action_date":"2019-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1530","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1227095,"bill_number":"S1445","title":"Providing mental wellness training for police officers","description":"For legislation to provide mental wellness training for police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1445","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227096,"bill_number":"S1517","title":"Authorizing the town of Blackstone to continue the employment of fire chief Michael Sweeney","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Blackstone to continue the employment of fire chief Michael Sweeney. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1517","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1227099,"bill_number":"S1519","title":"Authorizing the Norfolk County Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Thomas V. Ralph","description":"For legislation to authorize the Norfolk County Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Thomas V. Ralph. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1519","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1227100,"bill_number":"S1201","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2252","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1201","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227101,"bill_number":"S1012","title":"Making discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful","description":"For legislation to make discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2495","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1012","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1227103,"bill_number":"S2114","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2114","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227104,"bill_number":"S1662","title":"Relative to establishing a criminal justice and community support trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish a criminal justice and community support trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1662","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227105,"bill_number":"S2047","title":"Relative to motorized scooter operating requirements","description":"For legislation relative to motorized scooter operating requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2047","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227106,"bill_number":"S1946","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1946","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1227107,"bill_number":"S1573","title":"Relative to disability pension benefits and earnings reports","description":"For legislation relative to disability pension benefits and earnings reports. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1573","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227108,"bill_number":"S1759","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","description":"For legislation relative to the taxation of rolling stock. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1759","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1227109,"bill_number":"S1211","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1211","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1227110,"bill_number":"S1484","title":"Relative to survivor retirement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to survivor retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1484","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227111,"bill_number":"S2122","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2122","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227113,"bill_number":"S2145","title":"Relative to modernizing the MBTA pension system","description":"For legislation relative to modernizing the MBTA Pension system. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2145","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227114,"bill_number":"S1909","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1909","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227115,"bill_number":"S1903","title":"Providing for pre-service training for members of local boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to provide for pre-service training for members of local boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1903","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1227117,"bill_number":"S2069","title":"Relative to mobile carrying devices","description":"For legislation relative to mobile carrying devices . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2069","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227118,"bill_number":"S1952","title":"Relative to gas leaks and infrastructure","description":"For legislation relative to gas leaks and infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1952","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227120,"bill_number":"S1227","title":"Relative to the sexual assault nurse examiner program","description":"For legislation to enhance sexual assault evidence kit collection. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1227","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227121,"bill_number":"S1478","title":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","description":"For legislation to provide for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2177","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1478","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227122,"bill_number":"S994","title":"To update the definition of leaving the scene of an accident aka Katie Brienzo's Law","description":"For legislation to update the definition of leaving the scene of an accident aka Katie's Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S994","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227123,"bill_number":"S1291","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1291","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227124,"bill_number":"S2080","title":"Relative 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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3047","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2080","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1227126,"bill_number":"S1731","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1731","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227127,"bill_number":"S1068","title":"Protecting injured workers","description":"For legislation to protect injured workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2401","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1068","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1227129,"bill_number":"S1151","title":"Allowing increased data access in opiate overdose reports","description":"For legislation to allow increased data access in opiate overdose reports. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1151","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1227130,"bill_number":"S1687","title":"Relative to commuter transit benefits","description":"For legislation relative to commuter transit benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2618","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1687","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1227132,"bill_number":"S1452","title":"Relative to health education in women's correctional institutions","description":"For legislation relative to health education in women's correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1452","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1227134,"bill_number":"S1582","title":"Relative to non-public school service","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for non-public school service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1582","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1227135,"bill_number":"S1136","title":"Requiring victims to be notified of certain hearings concerning the custodial status of individuals adjudged not guilty of a crime by reason of mental illness or after being found not competent to stand trial","description":"For legislation to require victims to be notified of certain hearings concerning the custodial status of individuals adjudged not guilty of a crime by reason of mental illness or after being found not competent to stand trial. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1136/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1136","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227136,"bill_number":"S1934","title":"Requiring public interest considerations in gas infrastructure expansion proceedings","description":"For legislation to require public interest considerations in gas infrastructure expansion proceedings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1934","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1227137,"bill_number":"S1268","title":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations","description":"For legislation relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2446","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1268","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1227138,"bill_number":"S1264","title":"Relative to preventing cancers caused by human papilloma virus","description":"For legislation to prevent cancers caused by human papilloma virus. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2751","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1264","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227139,"bill_number":"S2065","title":"Relative to an arts license plate","description":"For legislation relative to an arts license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2065","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1227140,"bill_number":"S1035","title":"Relative to involuntary holds for overdose treatment","description":"For legislation relative to involuntary holds for overdose treatment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1035","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227141,"bill_number":"S1664","title":"Relative to the continuation of the tax on transportation network companies","description":"For legislation relative to the continuation of the tax on transportation network companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1664","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227142,"bill_number":"S1239","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2614","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1239","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227144,"bill_number":"S1191","title":"Relative to transit-oriented development","description":"For legislation relative to transit-oriented development . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1191","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1227145,"bill_number":"S1877","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a special commission relative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide for the creation of a special commission relative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted (Lewis), see S2848","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1877","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227146,"bill_number":"S1872","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":"2020-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1872","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227147,"bill_number":"S1823","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1823","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227148,"bill_number":"S1571","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1571","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227149,"bill_number":"S2127","title":"Resolve relative to construction on Route 3","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Transportation to publish a schedule for construction on Route 3 from Boston to Plymouth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2127","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227150,"bill_number":"S1591","title":"Relative to eligibility to become a firefighter or police officer","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility to become a firefighter or police officer. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1591","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1227151,"bill_number":"S2171","title":"Relative to reimbursement for annual training for armed forces members","description":"For legislation to reimburse for annual training for armed forces members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2171","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227152,"bill_number":"S1816","title":"Relative to hotel zones","description":"For legislation relative to hotel zones. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1816","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227153,"bill_number":"S1263","title":"Relative to a special commission on support group model integration in health care","description":"For legislation relative to a special commission on support group model integration in health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2611","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1263","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227154,"bill_number":"S1456","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1456","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227155,"bill_number":"S1077","title":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","description":"For legislation relative to fair pay for comparable work. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2429","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1077","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1227156,"bill_number":"S1703","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1703","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227157,"bill_number":"S1658","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1658","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1227158,"bill_number":"S1097","title":"Relative to fair hiring practices","description":"For legislation relative to fair hiring practices. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1097","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227160,"bill_number":"S1230","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"For legislation to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2338","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1230","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227162,"bill_number":"S1387","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1387","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227163,"bill_number":"S1514","title":"Relative to retirement for nuclear reactor operators","description":"For legislation relative to retirement for nuclear reactor operators. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1514","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227164,"bill_number":"S1194","title":"To reform the distribution of unrestricted local aid","description":"For legislation to reform the distribution of unrestricted local aid . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1194","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227165,"bill_number":"S1461","title":"Relative to promote referral to treatment","description":"For legislation relative to promote referral to treatment for substance addiction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1461","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227166,"bill_number":"S1473","title":"Relative to Brockton school police","description":"For legislation relative to Brockton school police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1473","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1227167,"bill_number":"S2002","title":"Relative to enhancing RPS standards","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing RPS standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2002","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227168,"bill_number":"S1561","title":"Relative to line of duty death benefits for police officers employed by private colleges and universities","description":"For legislation relative to line of duty death benefits for police officers employed by private colleges and universities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1561","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227169,"bill_number":"S1284","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1284","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227170,"bill_number":"S1624","title":"Relative to the exemption of private pension income from taxation","description":"For legislation to exempt private pension income from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1624","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1227171,"bill_number":"S2138","title":"Promoting road safety","description":"For legislation to promote road safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2138","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227172,"bill_number":"S1167","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2550","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1167","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1227173,"bill_number":"S2174","title":"Relative to reimbursement to armed service members","description":"For legislation relative to reimbursement to armed service members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2551","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2174","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227175,"bill_number":"S1639","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"For legislation relative to the relief of mortgage debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2550","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1639","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227176,"bill_number":"S1453","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1453","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1227177,"bill_number":"S1889","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1889","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227178,"bill_number":"S1599","title":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification","description":"For legislation relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2307","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1599","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1227180,"bill_number":"S1623","title":"To ensure fairness through the economic development tax increment financing program","description":"For legislation to ensure fairness through the economic development tax increment financing program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1623","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1227181,"bill_number":"S1499","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1499","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1227182,"bill_number":"S1074","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"For legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2666","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1074","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1227183,"bill_number":"S1327","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"For legislation relative to food labeling of fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1327","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1227184,"bill_number":"S1392","title":"Relative to public safety in excavation","description":"For legislation relative to public safety in excavation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1392","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1227185,"bill_number":"S1479","title":"Relative to the employee rights of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the employee rights of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1479","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227186,"bill_number":"S1428","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1428","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227187,"bill_number":"S1800","title":"Relative to the Garden of Peace","description":"For legislation relative to the Garden of Peace. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1800","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1227189,"bill_number":"S1276","title":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","description":"For legislation to ensure safe patient access to emergency care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2767","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1276","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1227190,"bill_number":"S1444","title":"Establishing local emergency management agencies","description":"For legislation to establish local emergency management agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1444","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1227191,"bill_number":"S2066","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2066","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1227192,"bill_number":"S1984","title":"Relative to reasonable municipal expenses","description":"For legislation relative to reasonable municipal expenses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1984","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227193,"bill_number":"S1833","title":"Relative to justice of the peace fees","description":"For legislation relative to justice of the peace fees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1833","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1227194,"bill_number":"S1695","title":"To establish a Lifelong Learning and Training Account program","description":"For legislation to establish a Lifelong Learning and Training Account program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2549","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1695","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227195,"bill_number":"S1274","title":"To increase access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters, and public schools","description":"For legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters, and public schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1274","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1227196,"bill_number":"S1697","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1697","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1227197,"bill_number":"S2153","title":"Establishing a committee to study an appropriate location for a memorial to LGBT service members and veterans","description":"For legislation to establish a committee to study an appropriate location for a memorial to LGBT service members and veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2153","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1227198,"bill_number":"S1368","title":"Establishing an institute within the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish an institute within the Department of Public Health. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1368/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1368","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1227199,"bill_number":"S1900","title":"Regarding information governance","description":"For legislation to regard information governance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1900","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1227200,"bill_number":"S1540","title":"Relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts State Retirement system for Sherrie Stevens","description":"For legislation relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts State Retirement system for Sherrie Stevens. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1540","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1227201,"bill_number":"S1285","title":"Relative to color coded patient wristbands","description":"For legislation relative to color coded patient wristbands . Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1285","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227436,"bill_number":"S1373","title":"Relative to community works programs","description":"For legislation relative to community works programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1373","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1227437,"bill_number":"S576","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2804","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S576","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1227438,"bill_number":"S690","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S690","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1227439,"bill_number":"S372","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S372","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227440,"bill_number":"S184","title":"Relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S184","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1227441,"bill_number":"S1709","title":"To promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks","description":"For legislation to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2795","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1709","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1227442,"bill_number":"S992","title":"To strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery","description":"For legislation to strengthen laws combatting human trafficking and protecting survivors of modern-day slavery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S992","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1227443,"bill_number":"S62","title":"Relative to mandated reporter reform","description":"For legislation relative to mandated reporter reform. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S62/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S62","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1227444,"bill_number":"S122","title":"Relative to the guaranty fund for home improvement contractors","description":"For legislation relative to the guaranty fund for home improvement contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2534","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S122","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227445,"bill_number":"S1822","title":"Relative to cybersecurity insurance preference in state contracts","description":"For legislation relative to cybersecurity insurance preference in state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1822","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1227446,"bill_number":"S1997","title":"Relative to compressor stations","description":"For legislation relative to compressor stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2908","last_action_date":"2019-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1997","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1227447,"bill_number":"S1470","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1470","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1227448,"bill_number":"S2108","title":"Exempting all disabled and handicapped drivers in Massachusetts from displaying decals or plates of being disabled","description":"For legislation to exempt all disabled and handicapped drivers in Massachusetts from displaying decals or plates of being disabled. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2558","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2108","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1228594,"bill_number":"S2181","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-03-04","last_action":"Substituted as amended for H3506","last_action_date":"2019-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2181","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1228680,"bill_number":"H3509","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joseph Klimkofski, Jr, an employee of Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Klimkofski, Jr., an employee of Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-03-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3509/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3509","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1228776,"bill_number":"H3508","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patty Woods, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patty Woods, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-04-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3508/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3508","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1231439,"bill_number":"S2182","title":"Massachusetts Capital Resource Company Annual Report","description":"Report of the Massachusetts Capital Resource Company (under the provisions of Section 20 of Chapter 816 of the Acts of 1977) submitting its forty-second annual report","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-07","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1232640,"bill_number":"S2183","title":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","description":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4075","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1233903,"bill_number":"H3510","title":"Order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent Joint Rules for the 191st General Court governing the 2019-2020 legislative sessions (House, No. 2021). January 28, 2019","description":"The joint rules of the Senate and House of Representatives for the 191st General Court for the 2019-2020 legislative session, being the text of a further amendment (offered by Mr. Galvin of Canton) to the Senate amendment, striking out the text of House document numbered 2021, amended, and inserting in place thereof the text contained in Senate document numbered 19 [containing an index]. March 7, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-07","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H2021","last_action_date":"2019-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3510","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1235118,"bill_number":"H3570","title":"Protecting bank employees and customers","description":"For legislation to protect bank employees and customers by increasing the penalty for armed robberies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3570","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1235123,"bill_number":"H3577","title":"Establishing an institute within the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a firearm violence institute within the Department of Public Health. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3577","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":1235130,"bill_number":"H3526","title":"Further regulating the promotion of marijuana and marijuana products","description":"Relative to further regulating the promotion of marijuana and marijuana products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3526","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1235136,"bill_number":"H3511","title":"To increase addiction treatment services","description":"By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition of Brian M. Ashe and others that the commissioner of Public Health be authorized to establish a marijuana addiction treatment fund. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3511","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1235143,"bill_number":"H3569","title":"To promote correctional personnel safety","description":"Relative to penalties for persons confined to correctional facilities who commit assault or assault and battery by means of dangerous weapons upon officers, other employees, volunteers or employees of contractors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3569","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1235152,"bill_number":"H3578","title":"Relative to unused leave time","description":"Relative to payment for unused sick time for certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3578/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3578","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1235158,"bill_number":"H3582","title":"Relative to the Garden of Peace","description":"Relative to the administration of the Garden of Peace. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5106","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3582","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1235165,"bill_number":"H3557","title":"Relative to transparency of dental benefits corporations","description":"Relative to dental insurance benefit plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3557","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1235172,"bill_number":"H3523","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. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3523","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1235180,"bill_number":"H3520","title":"Providing further transparency in the siting of marijuana facilities","description":"Relative to the siting of marijuana facilities. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4521","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3520/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3520","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1235186,"bill_number":"H3558","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3558","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1235194,"bill_number":"H3534","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. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3534","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1235201,"bill_number":"H3552","title":"Relative to nursing homes","description":"Relative to floor plans for certain nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3552","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1235208,"bill_number":"H3524","title":"To further continue the special commission on operating under the influence","description":"By Mrs. Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition of Hannah Kane and others to legislation to revive and continue the special commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3524","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1235216,"bill_number":"H3528","title":"Relative to possession and consumption of marijuana or marijuana accessories","description":"Relative to possession and consumption of marijuana or marijuana accessories. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3528","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1235224,"bill_number":"H1226","title":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","description":"Relative to students' access to academic transcripts at institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4424","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1226","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1235230,"bill_number":"H3580","title":"Relative to expanding the property tax exemption for qualified veterans","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for certain disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3580","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1235238,"bill_number":"H3568","title":"Relative to possession of a dangerous weapon","description":"Relative to penalties for possession of dangerous weapons by persons in the custody of certain correctional facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3568","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1235246,"bill_number":"H3590","title":"To modify weekly workers' compensation disability benefits","description":"For legislation to modify weekly workers' compensation disability benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3590","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1235254,"bill_number":"H3519","title":"Clarifying the definition of agriculture","description":"For legislation to include the growing and cultivation of both hemp and marihuana in the definition of agriculture. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3519","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1235259,"bill_number":"H3554","title":"Establishing time limits for idling trains","description":"For legislation to establish idling time limits for trains. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3554","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1235267,"bill_number":"H3546","title":"Relative to streamlining and simplifying permitting and compliance processes for small businesses","description":"For legislation to establish an online portal that serves as a single, unified entry point for small business owners to access and complete initial and ongoing state services and requirements in relation to the creation or ongoing operation of a small business located in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3546","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1235276,"bill_number":"H3527","title":"Relative to siting a marijuana establishment","description":"Relative to siting of marijuana establishments. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3527","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1235283,"bill_number":"H3535","title":"Expanding agriculture preservation restrictions for hemp cultivation","description":"Relative to expanding agriculture preservation restrictions for hemp cultivation. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-06-19","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - 152 YEAS to 0 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 79)","last_action_date":"2019-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3535","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1235290,"bill_number":"H3544","title":"Clarifying agricultural preservation restrictions","description":"Relative to the cultivation of cannabis and industrial hemp on land with agricultural preservation restrictions. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3535","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3544","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1235298,"bill_number":"H3555","title":"Requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3555","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1235304,"bill_number":"H3586","title":"Resolve in favor of a certain employee of the Monson Developmental Center","description":"By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-01-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3586","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1235311,"bill_number":"H3532","title":"Relative to organic farming tools","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of biological and botanical pesticide products that are considered appropriate for organic farming on hemp and marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3532","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1235318,"bill_number":"H3515","title":"Authorizing safe and secure grow facilities","description":"For legislation to authorize rental grow facilities for marijuana plant cultivation. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3515/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3515","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1235327,"bill_number":"H3553","title":"Requiring major policy makers to disclose donations to entities engaging in political activity","description":"Relative to the disclosure of donations by major policy makers engaging in political activity. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3553","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1235333,"bill_number":"H3550","title":"Ensuring language readiness in deaf and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten","description":"Relative to the language readiness of deaf and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3550","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1235340,"bill_number":"H3565","title":"Relative to common law marriages for veterans","description":"Relative to common law marriages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3565","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1235348,"bill_number":"H3583","title":"To enhance trail crossing safety of state roads","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition of William J. Driscoll, Jr. and others that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to mark state-owned trails that intersect state-owned roads with marked crosswalks and pedestrian crossing signs with flashing lights and reflectors from trailhead to trailhead. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3583","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1235355,"bill_number":"H3556","title":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","description":"Relative to coverage for disease modifying prescription drugs for treatment of multiple sclerosis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4518","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3556","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1235362,"bill_number":"H3575","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3575","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1235369,"bill_number":"H3574","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3574/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3574","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1235376,"bill_number":"H3513","title":"Regulating OUI penalties for marijuana","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for operating motor vehicles while under the influence of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3513","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1235385,"bill_number":"H1202","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5209","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1202","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1235391,"bill_number":"H3512","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. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3512","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1235398,"bill_number":"H3518","title":"Relative to the deceptive marketing of marijuana","description":"For legislation to prohibit sales of marijuana and synthetic cannabinoids marketed as candy. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3518","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1235404,"bill_number":"H3525","title":"Relative to community outreach procedure for retail marijuana establishment license applicants","description":"Relative to community outreach procedure for retail marijuana establishment license applicants. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3525","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1235413,"bill_number":"H3521","title":"To restore continuity for the siting of marijuana facilities in the cities and towns","description":"Relative to the siting of marijuana facilities. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3521","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1235420,"bill_number":"H3543","title":"Expanding the use of organic pest control","description":"Relative to the use of certain biological agents on cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4525","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3543","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1235426,"bill_number":"H983","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the minimum hourly labor rate for repairs made by registered motor vehicle repair shops by insurers on insured claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H983","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1235438,"bill_number":"H3551","title":"To promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3551","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1235444,"bill_number":"H3545","title":"Establishing a cannabis and hemp cultivation research center at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst","description":"Relative to establishing a cannabis and hemp cultivation research center at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4526","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3545","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1235453,"bill_number":"H3547","title":"Relative to encouraging the growth of small businesses","description":"Relative to bona fide business entities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3547","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1235461,"bill_number":"H3559","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the minimum hourly labor rate for repairs made by registered motor vehicle repair shops by insurers on insured claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3559","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1235467,"bill_number":"H3548","title":"Establishing an online lottery","description":"Relative to establishing an online lottery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3548","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1235474,"bill_number":"H3584","title":"Relative to the move over law","description":"Relative to the safety or emergency vehicle “move over law”, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3584/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3584","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1235482,"bill_number":"H3542","title":"Protecting patients","description":"Relative to penalties under the medical use of marijuana program. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4522","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3542","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1235490,"bill_number":"H3514","title":"Expanding the open container law","description":"Relative to the possession of marijuana or marijuana derived products in motor vehicles. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3514","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1235497,"bill_number":"H3562","title":"Enabling public housing authorities to borrow against real estate equity of publicly-owned properties","description":"Relative to municipal affordable housing incentives and services. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4541","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3562","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1235504,"bill_number":"H3560","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation to facilitate alternatives to foreclosures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3560","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1235512,"bill_number":"H3573","title":"To protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to introductory and in-service training programs of law enforcement agencies in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3573","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1235519,"bill_number":"H3522","title":"To ensure full participation in the marijuana industry","description":"For legislation to ensure full participation in the marijuana industry. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2650","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3522","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1235526,"bill_number":"H3540","title":"Relative to marijuana open container laws","description":"Relative to marijuana open container laws. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3540","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1235533,"bill_number":"H3585","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on shifting funds from new nuclear weapons to transportation","description":"By Ms. Elugardo of Boston, a petition of Nika C. Elugardo and others for the establishment of a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate the diversion of funds from the United States government’s nuclear modernization programs to meet the transportation infrastructure costs of the Commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3585","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1235540,"bill_number":"H3576","title":"Requiring licensed gun owners to submit a yearly affidavit","description":"For legislation to require licensed gun owners to submit yearly affidavits. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3576","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1235548,"bill_number":"H3533","title":"Relative to drug scheduling","description":"Relative to prohibiting the classification of marijuana from being linked to the federal scheduling system. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3533","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1235554,"bill_number":"H3579","title":"To protect elder housing","description":"Relative to freezing of the rate and valuation of taxes on real income to protect elder housing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3579","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1235561,"bill_number":"H3516","title":"Increasing certain civil penalties for unlawful possession of marijuana","description":"Relative to increasing certain civil penalties for unlawful possession of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3516","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1235568,"bill_number":"H3531","title":"Relative to the repeal of the legalization of marijuana laws in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the repeal of the legalization of marijuana laws in the Commonwealth. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3531","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1235575,"bill_number":"H3567","title":"To enhance courthouse security","description":"Relative to the penalty for carrying firearms into courthouses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3567","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1235583,"bill_number":"H3591","title":"Providing equal benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to creditable service benefits for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3591","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1235590,"bill_number":"H3530","title":"Requiring the opinion of the Attorney General on questions of law, regarding the marijuana (cannabis) laws, according to M.G.L. c. 12 § 9.","description":"By Mr. Livingstone of Boston (by request), a petition of Mark Thomas requiring the opinion of the Attorney General on questions of law, regarding the marijuana (cannabis) laws. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3530","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1235598,"bill_number":"H3587","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for structured outpatient addiction programs","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for structured outpatient addiction programs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3587","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1235603,"bill_number":"H3566","title":"Promoting housing opportunity and mobility through eviction sealing (HOMES)","description":"Relative to certain court records in eviction actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4934","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3566","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1235612,"bill_number":"H3549","title":"To promote economic development and market access for emerging businesses","description":"For legislation to promote economic development and market access for emerging breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3549","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1235619,"bill_number":"H3561","title":"Limiting the employer medical assistance contribution tax","description":"Relative to limiting employer medical assistance contributions. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3561","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1235627,"bill_number":"H3537","title":"Relative to employment discrimination protections for legal cannabis","description":"Relative to employment discrimination protections for legal cannabis. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3537","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1235634,"bill_number":"H3589","title":"Relative to the preservation of evidence","description":"Relative to the preservation of collected forensic evidence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3589","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1235642,"bill_number":"H3541","title":"Clarifying business permitting procedures","description":"Relative to licensed marijuana social consumption establishments. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4524","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3541","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1235650,"bill_number":"H969","title":"Empowering health care consumers","description":"Relative to healthcare policies, contracts, agreements, plans or certificate of insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H969","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1235658,"bill_number":"H3588","title":"Regarding the assignment of insurance proceeds","description":"Relative to the payment of certain death benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3588","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1235664,"bill_number":"H3571","title":"Relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits concerning scarring","description":"Relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits concerning scarring. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3571","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1235671,"bill_number":"H3581","title":"Relative to excise tax on motor vehicles","description":"By Mr. Walsh of Peabody, a petition of Thomas P. Walsh that the commissioner of the Department of Revenue be authorized to generate and provide to local boards of assessors and the registrar of motor vehicles a detailed description of each circumstance that may warrant a motor vehicle abatement or exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3581","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1235678,"bill_number":"H3538","title":"Relative to employment protections for medical cannabis patients and caregivers","description":"Relative to employment protections for medical cannabis patients and caregivers. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4522","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3538","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1235686,"bill_number":"H3529","title":"Requiring the opinions of the justices on important questions of law, regarding the marijuana (cannabis) laws, according to the 85th Constitutional Amendment","description":"Relative to requiring the opinions of the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on important questions of law, regarding the marijuana (cannabis) laws. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3529","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1235692,"bill_number":"H3563","title":"Establishing foreclosure mediation programs","description":"For legislation to establish foreclosure mediation programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3563","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1235699,"bill_number":"H3572","title":"Promoting equality and respect in the legislature","description":"Relative to workplace harassment in the State House. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5104","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3572","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1235706,"bill_number":"H3564","title":"Relative to clarity and consistency for the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board","description":"Relative to the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3564","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1235714,"bill_number":"H3517","title":"To create an open-container law for marijuana","description":"Relative to the transportation of marijuana in motor vehicles. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3517","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1235721,"bill_number":"H3536","title":"Relative to the cannabis control commission's authority regarding host community agreements","description":"Relative to the cannabis control commission's authority regarding host community agreements. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4327","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3536","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
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{"bill_id":1235734,"bill_number":"H1036","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1036","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1236626,"bill_number":"S2184","title":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 3506)","description":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 3506)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-07","last_action":"See H3506","last_action_date":"2019-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1236750,"bill_number":"S2185","title":"Ensuring fair funding for rural schools","description":"For legislation to ensure fair funding for rural schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2185","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1236907,"bill_number":"H3593","title":"Resolve reviving and continuing the special commission to study the financial and economic impacts of crumbling concrete foundations due to the presence of pyrrhotite","description":"Relative to reviving and continuing the special commission established (under Section 103 of Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2018) to study the financial and economic impacts of crumbling concrete foundations due to the presence of pyrrhotite. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-03-07","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3593","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1238149,"bill_number":"H3595","title":"The procedures under House Rule 99","description":"Filed by Messrs. Galvin of Canton and Markey of Dartmouth. March 13, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-13","last_action":"Motion to reconsider negatived","last_action_date":"2019-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3595","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1238266,"bill_number":"H3594","title":"To lift the cap on kids","description":"To lift the cap on kids","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3594","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1238790,"bill_number":"H3596","title":"The Executive Summary of the Special Committee on Professional Conduct in the Matter of Representative Paul McMurtry in regards to an incident of alleged inappropriate conduct at the Academy for New Legislators at UMass Amherst on December 13, 2018","description":"The Executive Summary of the Special Committee on Professional Conduct in the Matter of Representative Paul McMurtry in regards to an incident of alleged inappropriate conduct at the Academy for New Legislators at UMass Amherst on December 13, 2018","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-13","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1240002,"bill_number":"H3627","title":"Relative to the enhancement of child safety","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale of frozen desserts on or from motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3627","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1240010,"bill_number":"H3597","title":"Relative to allowing a local sales tax on medical marijuana","description":"Relative to local sales tax upon sale or transfer of medical marijuana or medical marijuana products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3597","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240017,"bill_number":"H3617","title":"Relative to senior property tax deferral","description":"Relative to senior property tax deferral. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3617","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1240026,"bill_number":"H3613","title":"Regarding police officer interactions with students","description":"For legislation to authorize the Municipal Police Training Committee to provide instructions for proper interaction of police officers with school age youths during traffic stops and other in-person encounters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3613","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1240030,"bill_number":"H3625","title":"Providing for a study of noise impacts from the confluence of Interstates 93 and 495","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a noise study along the confluence of Interstates I-93 and I-495 in the town of Andover to determine the ambient noise level generated by the existing traffic. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4893","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3625","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1240039,"bill_number":"H3611","title":"Requiring labeling of allergens in prepared foods","description":"Relative to labeling of allergens in prepared foods. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3611","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240045,"bill_number":"H3629","title":"Relative to the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles","description":"Relative to the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles for the purpose of implementing innovative transportation planning and fleet electrification projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3629/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3629","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1240050,"bill_number":"H3598","title":"Relative to host community agreements with marijuana related establishments","description":"Relative to the costs imposed upon municipalities by operating marijuana establishments or medical marijuana treatment centers. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3598","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
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{"bill_id":1240066,"bill_number":"H3605","title":"Relative to establishing income reviews for residents of affordable housing","description":"Relative to establishing income reviews for residents of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4975","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3605","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240078,"bill_number":"H3624","title":"Relative to vehicle excise tax for rental cars","description":"Relative to the registration and excise tax of certain rental cars. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3624","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1240085,"bill_number":"H3604","title":"Relative to online education for high school students for college credit","description":"By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition of Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and others that the Department of Higher Education conduct a study evaluating the availability of online courses offered as part of a dual enrollment program hosted by certified institutions of higher education located in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5125","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3604","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1240090,"bill_number":"H3623","title":"Relative to a green technology development fund","description":"For legislation to promote the development, growth, and adoption of clean energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3623","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1240100,"bill_number":"H3626","title":"Relative to roadway safety","description":"For legislation to further regulate the definition of pedestrian to include non-motorized scooters, bicycles, and small-wheeled transporters such as roller blades, roller skates or skateboards in marked crosswalks. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3626","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1240105,"bill_number":"H3607","title":"Ensuring the efficiency of protective order hearings","description":"Relative to protective order hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3607","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240113,"bill_number":"H3609","title":"Restoring the furlough program for incarcerated persons","description":"Relative to furlough programs for incarcerated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3609","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1240123,"bill_number":"H3606","title":"Relative to regional school districts and chapter 40B housing","description":"Relative to the pooling of housing inventories by cities, towns and regional school districts for the purposes of calculating percentages of restricted low or moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3606","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240129,"bill_number":"H3628","title":"Establishing a special commission to improve fairness in local Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority tax assessments","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to improve fairness in local Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority tax assessments. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3628","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240138,"bill_number":"H3600","title":"Relative to cosmetic labeling","description":"Relative to labeling by professional cosmetic manufacturers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3600","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1240143,"bill_number":"H3603","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislation to further regulate dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2358","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3603","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1240150,"bill_number":"H3620","title":"Prohibiting license revocation for student loan default","description":"Relative to the renewal of certain licenses after default on student loans. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3620/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3620","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1240161,"bill_number":"H3610","title":"Creating a training wage","description":"For legislation to establish training wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5123","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3610","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240168,"bill_number":"H3602","title":"Relative to special election scheduling","description":"Relative to special election scheduling. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3602","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1240175,"bill_number":"H3618","title":"Incentivizing college savings","description":"Relative to contributions to prepaid tuition or college saving programs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3618","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240183,"bill_number":"H3614","title":"Ensuring school bus safety","description":"Relative to critical incident response protocols for school bus incidents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3614","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1240188,"bill_number":"H3608","title":"Requiring the relocation of the Cambridge District Court","description":"Relative to relocating the Cambridge District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4608","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3608","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1240198,"bill_number":"H3622","title":"Relative to energy storage","description":"Relative to energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3622","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1240207,"bill_number":"H3616","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3616","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1240215,"bill_number":"H3612","title":"Relative to the permit for removal or transportation of refuse","description":"Relative to board of public health permitting for removal or transportation of refuse. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3612","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1240221,"bill_number":"H3621","title":"Relative to hydro","description":"Relative to Class I renewable energy generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3621","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1240230,"bill_number":"H3615","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"Relative to fire protection sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3615","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1240237,"bill_number":"H3619","title":"Relative to human impact and regional equity analyses of budgetary proposals","description":"For legislation to establish an independent budgetary review board to study the human impact and regional equity analyses of budgetary proposals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3619","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1240382,"bill_number":"H3630","title":"Authorizing the county of Dukes County to borrow funds to pay costs of making various capital improvements and acquiring items of capital equipment at the Martha’s Vineyard airport","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes that the county of Dukes County be authorized to borrow funds to pay costs of making various capital improvements and acquiring items of capital equipment at the Martha’s Vineyard airport. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3630/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3630","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1240427,"bill_number":"H3631","title":"Relative to certain municipal employees of the towns of Richmond and West Stockbridge","description":"Relative to certain compensation for municipal employees in the towns of Richmond and West Stockbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3631","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1240982,"bill_number":"H3592","title":"Requiring backup cameras on certain vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring backup cameras on class 3 or above motor vehicles, trailers, semi-trailers or semi-trailer units. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Transportation","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3592","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1242746,"bill_number":"H3632","title":"To enable the establishment of innovation partnership zones","description":"Relative to enabling the establishment of innovation partnership zones (House, No. 3632). March 21, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3632","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1243910,"bill_number":"S2187","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-25","last_action":"See H140","last_action_date":"2019-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2187","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":1243983,"bill_number":"S2186","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-03-25","last_action":"Substituted as a new text for H3594","last_action_date":"2019-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2186","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1245171,"bill_number":"H3634","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Longmeadow","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Longmeadow. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3634","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1245210,"bill_number":"H3637","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3637","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1245255,"bill_number":"H3635","title":"Establishing a department of municipal finance in the town of Dennis","description":"That the town of Dennis be authorized to establish a department of municipal finance. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3635","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1245300,"bill_number":"H3636","title":"Relative to the town of Dennis waterways, dredge, and maintenance program","description":"Relative to the town of Dennis waterways, dredge, and maintenance program. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3636","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1245343,"bill_number":"H3638","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-03-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-03-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3638","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1246280,"bill_number":"S2189","title":"The constitutionality of pending legislation","description":"Relative to the constitutionality of pending legislation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-28","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2189","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1246940,"bill_number":"S2190","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2190","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1247282,"bill_number":"S2191","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 (House, No. 140)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2191","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1247300,"bill_number":"S2188","title":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises, 4 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premise and 2 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises, 4 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises and 2 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2381","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2188","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1247317,"bill_number":"H3649","title":"Relative to emergency EpiPens in schools","description":"Relative to emergency EpiPens in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3649","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1247318,"bill_number":"H3673","title":"Increasing the penalties for passing a stopped school bus","description":"Relative to increasing the penalties for passing stopped school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3673","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1247323,"bill_number":"H3664","title":"Providing for a gender neutral designation on state documents and identifications","description":"Relative to a gender neutral designation on state documents and identifications. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3664","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1247326,"bill_number":"H3644","title":"Authorizing the town of Bedford to release a portion of a certain conservation restriction","description":"That the town of Bedford be authorized to release a portion of a certain conservation restriction in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3644","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1247332,"bill_number":"H3648","title":"Expanding the right to repair law","description":"For legislation to expand the motor vehicle right to repair law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3648","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1247334,"bill_number":"H3659","title":"Relative to improvements and enhancements of the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3659","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":1247341,"bill_number":"H3672","title":"Relative to event data recorders in autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to event data recorders in autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5028","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3672","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1247342,"bill_number":"H3657","title":"Relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4609","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3657","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1247352,"bill_number":"H3647","title":"Affecting a property owner’s right to ban smoking of medical marijuana","description":"Relative property owners' right to ban smoking of medical marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3647","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1247353,"bill_number":"H3670","title":"Regarding municipal truck routes","description":"Relative to truck exclusions from municipal ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3670","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1247356,"bill_number":"H3661","title":"Relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment","description":"Relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3661","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1247362,"bill_number":"H3671","title":"Relative to the expansion of bicycle lanes","description":"Relative to the expansion of bicycle lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3671","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1247366,"bill_number":"H3645","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3645","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1247372,"bill_number":"H3655","title":"Requiring written notice to students of the processes available for addressing sexual assault","description":"Relative to written notice of the processes available for addressing sexual assault at certain institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3655","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1247374,"bill_number":"H3675","title":"Relative to interstate branching of a credit union and the Massachusetts Credit Union Insurance Corporation","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Louis L. Kafka, Steven S. Howitt and James K. Hawkins 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3675","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1247380,"bill_number":"H3669","title":"Establishing the Martha's Vineyard Housing Trust","description":"For legislation to establish a Martha’s Vineyard housing bank. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3669","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1247383,"bill_number":"H3660","title":"Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services","description":"For legislation to provide access to complementary and alternative health care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3660","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1247386,"bill_number":"H3656","title":"Requiring practitioners to be held responsible for patient opioid addiction","description":"Relative to liability for certain opioids prescriptions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3656","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1247396,"bill_number":"H3662","title":"Authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"For legislation to authorize independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4440","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3662","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1247399,"bill_number":"H3658","title":"Relative to the Uniform Power of Attorney Act","description":"For legislation to establish the Uniform Power of Attorney act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3658","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1247405,"bill_number":"H3642","title":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Holliston","description":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Holliston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3642","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1247406,"bill_number":"H3668","title":"To reduce residential solicitation","description":"Relative to residential solicitation by certain non-utility competitive suppliers of energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5033","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3668","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1247412,"bill_number":"H3652","title":"Relative to certain recycling and waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to certain recycling and waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3652","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1247414,"bill_number":"H3663","title":"Relative to tax deductions for retirement account contributions","description":"Relative to tax deductions for retirement account contributions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3663","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1247420,"bill_number":"H3641","title":"Granting the city of Somerville the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to impose municipal reviews on institutional master plans of certain institutional facilities. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3641","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1247424,"bill_number":"H3653","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":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3653","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1247426,"bill_number":"H3666","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to meet energy neutral building standards","description":"Relative to the implementation of energy neutral building designs and standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3666","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1247434,"bill_number":"H3643","title":"Authorizing the town of Medfield to enter into a long-term lease for an arts and cultural center","description":"That the town of Medfield be authorized to enter into a long-term lease for an arts and cultural center. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3643","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1247435,"bill_number":"H3640","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 housing needs covenants in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3640","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1247441,"bill_number":"H3639","title":"Authorizing the city of Amesbury to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Amesbury be authorized to issue 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":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4333","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3639","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1247444,"bill_number":"H3646","title":"Relative to a property owner’s right to ban the growing of medical marijuana","description":"Relative to property owners' right to ban the growing of medical marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3646","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1247451,"bill_number":"H3650","title":"Relative to local business owners voting in municipal elections","description":"For legislation to authorize certain local business owners to vote in municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3650","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1247454,"bill_number":"H3654","title":"Relative to compensation for victims of opioids","description":"Relative to manufacturers of certain drugs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3654","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1247459,"bill_number":"H3674","title":"To provide Massachusetts National Guardsman or Woman Emergency Services","description":"Relative to emergency services for members of the Massachusetts National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3674","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1247460,"bill_number":"H3665","title":"Establishing an Indigenous People's Day","description":"By Mr. Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the second Monday in October as indigenous people's day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5105","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3665","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1247462,"bill_number":"H3651","title":"Authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"By Representative Blais of Sunderland and Senator Hinds, a joint petition of Natalie M. Blais and Adam G. Hinds that the commissioner of Agricultural Resources be authorized to release certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4224","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3651","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1247512,"bill_number":"S18","title":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2019-2020","description":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the temporary committee on Rules to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2019-2020","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","last_action":"Report accepted, as amended - see Roll Call #13 [39 YEAS - 0 NAYS]","last_action_date":"2019-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S18/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S18","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1247587,"bill_number":"H3667","title":"Relative to modern grid access and customer service","description":"Relative to modern grid access and customer service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3667","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1248991,"bill_number":"S2193","title":"To invest more in middle class jobs and less in the relocation of out-of-state corporations","description":"For legislation to invest more in middle class jobs and less in the relocation of out-of-state corporations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-02-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2193","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1249002,"bill_number":"S2192","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"For legislation relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2192).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2203","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2192","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1249039,"bill_number":"S2194","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Chung Tam, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Chung Tam, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2194","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1249311,"bill_number":"H3679","title":"Relative to the position of appointed treasurer-collector in the Town if Hinsdale","description":"Relative to the position of appointed treasurer-collector in the town of Hinsdale. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3679","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1249314,"bill_number":"H3681","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4473","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3681","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1249318,"bill_number":"H3680","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Yarmouth","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Yarmouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3680","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1249325,"bill_number":"H3601","title":"Relative to educator review of matters related to classroom instruction","description":"For legislation to establish the education policy commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3601","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1249332,"bill_number":"H3683","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Autumn Fugere, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Autumn Fugere, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3683","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1249335,"bill_number":"H3676","title":"Authorizing the town of Burlington to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"That the town of Burlington be authorized to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and four additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3676","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1249340,"bill_number":"H3677","title":"Authorizing the appointing authority of the Town of Bridgewater to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the police department of said town","description":"That the town of Bridgewater be authorized to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the police department of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3677","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1249343,"bill_number":"H3682","title":"Relative to property tax relief for low and moderate income seniors in the town of Brookline","description":"Relative to property tax relief for low and moderate income seniors in the town of Brookline. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4474","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3682","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1249347,"bill_number":"H3678","title":"To amend the Attleboro city charter by making all gender references therein gender neutral","description":"That the city of Attleboro be authorized to amend the charter of said city by making all gender references therein gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3678","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1249951,"bill_number":"S2195","title":"Crediting the stabilization fund for the sale of Fuller School in the city of Gloucester","description":"For legislation to crediting the stabilization fund for the sale of Fuller School in the city of Gloucester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2195","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1249963,"bill_number":"H3684","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patricia Harrison, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patricia Harrison, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-07-10","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2019-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3684","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1250020,"bill_number":"H3685","title":"Relative to the Northampton Housing Authority","description":"Relative to the membership of the Northampton Housing Authority. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 170 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3685","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1250854,"bill_number":"H3686","title":"To lift the cap on kids","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections there to in writing the engrossed Bill to lift the cap on kids [see House, No. 3594, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3686). April 10, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-10","last_action":"See H3594","last_action_date":"2019-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3686","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1250887,"bill_number":"S2196","title":"Establishing a fluoride task force","description":"For legislation to establish a fluoride task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2196","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1250957,"bill_number":"H3799","title":"General Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2020 Amendment Order","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. April 10, 2019","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-10","last_action":"See H3800","last_action_date":"2019-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3799","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1251021,"bill_number":"H3800","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 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 2020 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":"2019-04-10","last_action":"See H3801","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3800","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1251317,"bill_number":"S2198","title":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices","description":"For legislationfor legislation to prevent driver distraction and motor vehicle fatalities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2198).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-04-11","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2216","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2198","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1251417,"bill_number":"S2199","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Barton, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Anthony Barton, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-02-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2315","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2199","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1251500,"bill_number":"S2197","title":"Allowing the city of Westfield to set the salary of the city clerk as the clerk of the city council through local process","description":"For legislation to allow the city of Westfield to set the salary of the city clerk as the clerk of the city council through local process. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2197","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1251911,"bill_number":"H3688","title":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","description":"Relative to Gardner Heritage State Park","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-04-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4911","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3688","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1252275,"bill_number":"H3690","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Needham now under the care and control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Denise C. Garlick that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Needham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4077","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3690","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1252309,"bill_number":"S2200","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Milton","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Milton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2240","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2200","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1252342,"bill_number":"H3687","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth (House, No. 3687). April 16th 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4039","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3687","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1252371,"bill_number":"H3689","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maryanne Healey, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maryanne Healey, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3689","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1252962,"bill_number":"S2203","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification (Senate, No. 2192),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2203).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2213","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2203","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1252981,"bill_number":"H3692","title":"Establishing Building Trades Opioids Awareness Week","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Daniel J. Hunt and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the last full week in April as building trades opioids awareness week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3989","last_action_date":"2019-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3692","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1253034,"bill_number":"S2202","title":"To dissolve the Newburyport Redevelopment Authority and transfer its lands to the city of Newburyport for permanent dedication for park and conservation purposes, with public parking not excluded, under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution","description":"For legislation to dissolve the Newburyport Redevelopment Authority and transfer its lands to the city of Newburyport for permanent dedication for park and conservation purposes, with public parking not excluded, under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Accompanied H3698","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2202","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1253062,"bill_number":"S2204","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"SENATE, April 18, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to reduce traffic fatalities (Senate, No. 2042),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2204).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2214","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2204","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1253134,"bill_number":"H3691","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3691","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1253466,"bill_number":"H3693","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Scott A. Smith, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Scott A. Smith, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3693","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1253474,"bill_number":"S2210","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 (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to require a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2210","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1253483,"bill_number":"S2205","title":"Designating a certain park in the city of Lynn as the Frederick Douglass Park","description":"For legislation to designate a certain park in the city of Lynn as the Frederick Douglass Park,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2205).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2205","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1253496,"bill_number":"S2206","title":"Relative to childhood lead poisoning prevention","description":"For legislation relative to childhood lead poisoning prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied S1234","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2206","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1253505,"bill_number":"S2207","title":"Relative to family visitation with a vulnerable adult","description":"For legislation relative to family visitation with a vulnerable adult. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2207","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1253520,"bill_number":"S2208","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Ajoue, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daniel Ajoue, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-05-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2208","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1253533,"bill_number":"S2209","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2209","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1253704,"bill_number":"H3694","title":"Relative to the Westford Home Rule Charter Act","description":"Relative to the terms of office for newly appointed cemetery commissioners in the town of Westford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3694","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1254000,"bill_number":"S2201","title":"Authorizing the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury.","description":"For legislation to authorize the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2201).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2270","last_action_date":"2019-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2201","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1254523,"bill_number":"S2211","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the oaths and affirmations of public office","description":"Relative to the oaths and affirmations of public office,- reports ought to pass with a recommended new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2211) (Representative Garry of Dracut dissenting).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2211","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1254587,"bill_number":"H3696","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the South End section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the South End section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3696","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1254641,"bill_number":"H3695","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media privacy protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3695","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1254714,"bill_number":"S2213","title":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification","description":"Relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification (being the text of Senate document number 2203, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2213","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1254801,"bill_number":"S2214","title":"To reduce traffic fatalities","description":"Senate April 25, 2019, – Text of the Senate Bill to reduce traffic fatalities (being the text of Senate document number 2204, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2214","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1254846,"bill_number":"S2215","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mark A. Paiva, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mark A. Paiva, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2215","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1254885,"bill_number":"H3697","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise Santos, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Denise Santos, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3697","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1256118,"bill_number":"S2212","title":"Authorizing a ballot question in the town of Rockport relative to the granting of 2 licenses for alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing a ballot question in the town of Rockport relative to the granting of 2 licenses for alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-05-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2212","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1256222,"bill_number":"S2216","title":"Preventing distracted driving","description":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices (Senate, No. 2198),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act preventing distracted driving” (Senate, No. 2216).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-02","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2245","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2216","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1256240,"bill_number":"H3701","title":"Relative to the collateral consequences of alimony","description":"Relative to the federal tax collateral consequences of alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3701","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1256256,"bill_number":"H3700","title":"Relative to recognizing the flag of the Vietnamese National Army as the official flag of the Vietnamese American community in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to recognizing the flag of the Vietnamese National Army as the official flag of the Vietnamese American community in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3700","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1256271,"bill_number":"H3801","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 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 2020 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":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied H4000","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3801","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1256290,"bill_number":"H3699","title":"Relative to innovations in energy management technologies in regenerative braking for metro trains in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to innovations in energy management technologies in regenerative braking for metro trains in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3699","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":1256303,"bill_number":"H3698","title":"To dissolve the Newburyport Redevelopment Authority and transfer its lands to the City of Newburyport","description":"That the city of Newburyport be authorized to abolish the Newburyport Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-29","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4545","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3698","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":1256720,"bill_number":"H3709","title":"Relative to the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering exams","description":"Relative to exams of the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3709","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1256722,"bill_number":"H3732","title":"Relative to forest ecosystems","description":"Relative to the classification and taxation of forest ecosystem land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3732","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1256723,"bill_number":"H3708","title":"Limiting the salaries of executives in non-profit organizations","description":"Relative to limiting the salaries of executives in non-profit organizations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3708","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1256724,"bill_number":"H3717","title":"Relative to law enforcement access to prescription monitoring data","description":"Relative to access to prescription monitoring data by law enforcement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3717","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1256725,"bill_number":"H3733","title":"Relative to vehicle registration plates of veterans","description":"Relative to vehicle registration plates of veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3733","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256726,"bill_number":"H3722","title":"To expand the role of nurses in psychiatric facilities","description":"Relative to nurses in psychiatric facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3722","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1256727,"bill_number":"H3705","title":"Relative to research data collection","description":"Relative to data collection for the research agenda of the Cannabis Control Commission. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4527","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3705","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1256730,"bill_number":"H3712","title":"Relative to random placement for candidate names and removal of incumbent information on primary and state ballots","description":"Relative to random placement of candidate names and removal of incumbent information on primary and state ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3712","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1256731,"bill_number":"H3726","title":"To protect parental access to children’s healthcare information","description":"Relative to access to healthcare information by parents or legal guardians of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3726","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1256732,"bill_number":"H3723","title":"Requiring the master plans of cities and towns to address climate change and renewable energy","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington (by request), a petition of Amos Meeks that master plans by planning boards in cities and towns address climate change and renewable energy. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3723","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1256733,"bill_number":"H3714","title":"To create a special commission to study the effects of rat poison on wildlife","description":"Relative to the effects of rat poison on wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3714","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1256736,"bill_number":"H3734","title":"Relative to Disabled Veterans Plates and Placards","description":"Relative to motor vehicle registration plates and placards for certain disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3734","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256739,"bill_number":"S2217","title":"Furthering rate equity, access, and affordability in community hospitals","description":"For legislation to further rate equity, access, and affordability in community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2217","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1256740,"bill_number":"H3707","title":"Expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors","description":"Relative to licensing of mental health counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3707","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1256745,"bill_number":"H3702","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied H3819","last_action_date":"2019-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3702","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1256747,"bill_number":"H3720","title":"Relative to the well-being of new mothers and infants","description":"Relative to the treatment of certain individuals affected by mental illness, including perinatal psychiatric complications, by the criminal justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3720","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1256749,"bill_number":"H3710","title":"Relative to improved special needs transportation and student safety, \"John's Law\"","description":"Relative to transportation of special needs students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3710","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1256750,"bill_number":"H3731","title":"To create and sustain jobs through development of employee-owned businesses and cooperatives","description":"Relative to employee-owned businesses and cooperatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3731","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1256754,"bill_number":"H3704","title":"Relative to establishing a minimum age of entry for cannabis-related events, conferences, forums and exhibitions","description":"Relative to establishing a minimum age requirement for entry into cannabis-related events, conferences, forums and exhibitions. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3704","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1256756,"bill_number":"H3736","title":"Relative to penalties for operating a motor vehicle under the influence","description":"Relative to the issuance of motor vehicle hardship licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3736","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":1256758,"bill_number":"H3703","title":"Exempting Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut","description":"Exempting Ryan M. Charette from the maximum age requirement for appointment as a firefighter in the town of Dracut","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3703/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3703","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1256760,"bill_number":"H3716","title":"To clarify auto insurance liability during claims investigations","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance liability during claims investigations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3716","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1256763,"bill_number":"H3729","title":"Authorizing David Mottor to purchase creditable service from the Easthampton Contributory Retirement Board","description":"By Mr. Carey of Easthampton, a petition of Daniel R. Carey and others that David Mottor be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Easthampton Contributory Retirement Board in the city of Easthampton for certain military service. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2019-05-06","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3729","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1256765,"bill_number":"H3728","title":"To ensure that people seeking sanctuary in houses of worship be viewed as temporary residents for the purposes of state building codes and temporary shelter","description":"Relative to temporary overnight shelter for persons in need. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3728","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1256767,"bill_number":"H3711","title":"Relative to food assistance for senior citizens","description":"Relative to food assistance for senior citizens. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4401","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3711","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1256770,"bill_number":"H3713","title":"Relative to ballots for state general elections","description":"Relative to ballots for state general elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3713","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1256771,"bill_number":"H3719","title":"Regarding the use of offensive words","description":"Relative to the use of offensive words. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3719","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1256773,"bill_number":"H3735","title":"Relative to licensed funeral home vehicles","description":"Relative to licensed funeral home vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3735","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256775,"bill_number":"H3706","title":"Relative to state assistance for funeral expenses","description":"Relative to state assistance for funeral expenses. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4500","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3706","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256780,"bill_number":"H3727","title":"Relative to the safety of mobile amusement equipment","description":"For legislation to further regulate the safety of mobile amusement equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3727","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256782,"bill_number":"H3721","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests","description":"Relative to the expungement of records of marijuana arrests. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3721","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1256783,"bill_number":"S2218","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ryan Russell, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ryan Russell, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2218","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1256784,"bill_number":"H3715","title":"Relative to applied behavioral analysis therapy","description":"Relative to insurance coverage of applied behavioral analysis therapy for certain patients with Down syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3715","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1256787,"bill_number":"H3724","title":"Relative to the operation of crematories by funeral establishments","description":"Relative to the operation of crematories by funeral establishments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3724","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256788,"bill_number":"H3730","title":"Relative to sick time benefits for Frank Ray","description":"Relative to sick time benefits for Frank Ray, an employee of the Department of Early Education and Care. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3730","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":1256790,"bill_number":"H3725","title":"Relative to online death attestations","description":"Relative to online death attestations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3725","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1256791,"bill_number":"H3718","title":"Relative to child custody orders","description":"Relative to child custody orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3718","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1256988,"bill_number":"H3738","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":"2019-03-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2449","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3738","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1256997,"bill_number":"H3737","title":"Relative to harvesting of forest products","description":"Relative to harvesting of forest products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4415","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3737","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1257020,"bill_number":"H3740","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carrie Peters, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carrie Peters, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3740","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1257034,"bill_number":"H3739","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sophia R. Velez, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sophia R. Velez, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3739","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1257410,"bill_number":"S2219","title":"Authorizing the appointing authority of the town of Bridgewater to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the police department of said town","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointing authority of the town of Bridgewater to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied H3677","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2219","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1257438,"bill_number":"H3742","title":"Authorizing the town of Plymouth to continue employment of G. Edward Bradley","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to continue employment of G. Edward Bradley, a member of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3742","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1257462,"bill_number":"S3","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-02","last_action":"See H3801","last_action_date":"2019-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S3","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1257586,"bill_number":"H3741","title":"Authorizing the Norfolk County Retirement Board to acquire real property to use as administrative offices","description":"Authorizing the Norfolk County Retirement Board to acquire real property to use as administrative offices","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3741","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1257800,"bill_number":"H3745","title":"Relative to non-violation of parole for possession of valid prescriptions","description":"Relative to non-violation of parole for possession of valid prescriptions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3745","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1257820,"bill_number":"H3743","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Lynn as the Army SPC Antonio J. Syrakos foot bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Lynn as the Army Specialist Antonio J. Syrakos foot bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-04-11","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3743","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1257837,"bill_number":"H3746","title":"Relative to insurance premium criteria","description":"Relative to insurance premium criteria. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3746","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1257854,"bill_number":"H3744","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Antoinette Rodney, an employee of the legal department of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Antoinette Rodney, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3744","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1260375,"bill_number":"H3760","title":"Providing for early education of foreign languages","description":"By Mr. Silvia of Fall River, a petition of Alan Silvia and others that the board and commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education establish an early education foreign language program in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3760","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1260378,"bill_number":"H3791","title":"Establishing a natural gas demand response pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a natural gas demand response pilot program within the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3791","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1260380,"bill_number":"H3776","title":"Establishing a substance abuse protection fund","description":"For legislation to establish a substance abuse protection fund. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4539","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3776","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1260382,"bill_number":"H3771","title":"Relative to criminal offender record information checks","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information checks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3771","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1260385,"bill_number":"H3783","title":"Relative to firearm licensing","description":"Relative to firearms licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3783","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1260391,"bill_number":"H3787","title":"Relative to tax havens and complete reporting","description":"Relative to tax havens and complete reporting by certain combined groups. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3787","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1260395,"bill_number":"H3785","title":"Relative to the disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)","description":"Relative to disability or death caused by post-traumatic stress disorder for certain members of state retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3785","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1260396,"bill_number":"S2221","title":"Establishing a commission to study the effects of K2 in state prisons","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the effects of K2 in state prisons. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2531","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2221","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1260401,"bill_number":"H3755","title":"Establishing the Abigail Adams entrepreneurial program for women","description":"For legislation to establish the Abigail Adams center for women in STEM to provide opportunities for women in the workforce in science, technology, engineering and mathematics professions. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3755","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1260405,"bill_number":"H3792","title":"To enhance opportunities for veterans at the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"Relative to employment preference for veterans at the Massachusetts Port Authority. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4404","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3792","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
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{"bill_id":1260410,"bill_number":"H3794","title":"Amendment Order for H3793, An Act requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"Amendment Order for H3793, An Act requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-05-15","last_action":"Adopted, see H3149","last_action_date":"2019-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3794","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1260415,"bill_number":"H3752","title":"Securing access to employment for people with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorders","description":"Relative to employment for persons with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4496","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3752/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3752","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1260418,"bill_number":"H3750","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4213","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3750","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1260421,"bill_number":"S2220","title":"To reform the toxic use reduction act","description":"For legislation to reform the toxic use reduction act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2540","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2220","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1260423,"bill_number":"H3766","title":"Relative to co-payments for cancer testing","description":"Relative to the cost of cancer screenings or evaluations by health insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3766","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1260429,"bill_number":"H3767","title":"Relative to improving quality and coverage standards of health insurers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to improving quality and coverage standards of health insurers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3767","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1260430,"bill_number":"H3763","title":"Assisting active military voters by promoting mobile phone voting","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program and for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to provide for convenient voting for military personnel, their families and civilians stationed or working abroad. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3763/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3763","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1260433,"bill_number":"H3789","title":"Mandating e-filing tax returns","description":"Relative to mandating e-filing of tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3789","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1260437,"bill_number":"H3775","title":"Relative to use by caregivers of earned time for school closings","description":"Relative to use of employee earned sick time for school closings. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3775","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1260440,"bill_number":"H3779","title":"Providing for informed consent for opioid treatment for pain","description":"Relative to informed consent for opioid treatment for pain. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3779","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1260444,"bill_number":"H3747","title":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Fitchburg be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4334","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3747","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1260446,"bill_number":"H3790","title":"Relative to a certain property tax exemption for the elderly","description":"Relative to a certain property tax exemption for the elderly. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3790","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1260449,"bill_number":"H3772","title":"Relative to protecting animals from abusers","description":"Relative to penalties for cruelty to animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2494","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3772","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1260456,"bill_number":"H3764","title":"Relative to non-lethal animal population control","description":"Relative to non-lethal animal population control. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5013","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3764/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3764","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1260460,"bill_number":"H3756","title":"To increase student access to career technical education schools and programs which are aligned with regional labor market needs","description":"Relative to career technical education schools and programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3756","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1260462,"bill_number":"H3788","title":"To level the playing field for Massachusetts small and medium sized businesses","description":"Relative to the taxation of certain businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3788","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1260465,"bill_number":"H3754","title":"Relative to certain professional licensure training requirements","description":"Relative to certain professional licensure training requirements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3754","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1260469,"bill_number":"H3765","title":"Of leadership by the state of Massachusetts to reduce single use plastics","description":"Relative to single use plastics. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3765","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1260473,"bill_number":"H3781","title":"Relative to firearm sales","description":"Relative to the sale of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3781","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1260474,"bill_number":"H3757","title":"Relative to school operational efficiency","description":"Relative to school operational efficiency. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3757","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1260477,"bill_number":"H3749","title":"Authorizing the retirement board of the City of Salem to retire Brian Benson, a police officer of the City of Salem","description":"By Representative Tucker of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition of Paul F. Tucker and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and the city council) that the retirement board of the city of Salem be authorized to retire Brian Benson, a police officer of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4144","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3749","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1260483,"bill_number":"H3782","title":"Relative to firearm reporting procedures","description":"Relative to reporting procedures for firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3782","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1260484,"bill_number":"H3778","title":"Relative to the sale of flavored vaping products","description":"Relative to the sale of flavored vaping products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3778","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1260487,"bill_number":"H3784","title":"Relative to health insurance benefits for state employees","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits for certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3784","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1260490,"bill_number":"H3774","title":"Relative to a special commission on attorney-client fee disputes","description":"Relative to attorney-client fee disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3774","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1260495,"bill_number":"H3748","title":"To provide residency preference for the Boston Police Department and the Boston Fire Department","description":"For legislation to provide for residency preference for appointment at the police and fire departments of the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3748","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1260496,"bill_number":"H3768","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative to rent escrow. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3768","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1260502,"bill_number":"H3762","title":"To update the prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the prescription monitoring program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3762","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1260505,"bill_number":"H3761","title":"Providing pre-k education for 4 year-old children in gateway communities","description":"Relative to universal pre-kindergarten education in gateway municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3761","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":1260510,"bill_number":"H3759","title":"Relative to the foundation budget's targeted local contribution","description":"Relative to the targeted local contribution of the foundation budget under the chapter 70 funding formula, so called. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3759","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1260512,"bill_number":"H3769","title":"Instituting the death penalty for the murder of law enforcement officers","description":"Relative to instituting the death penalty for the murder of law enforcement officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3769","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1260515,"bill_number":"H3758","title":"Requiring the monitoring and documentation of school discipline","description":"Relative to monitoring and documentation of school discipline. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3758","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1260521,"bill_number":"H3786","title":"Relative to municipal snow and ice removal budgets","description":"Relative to municipal snow and ice removal budgets. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3786","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1260525,"bill_number":"H3773","title":"Relative to capital punishment for the murder of law enforcement officers","description":"Relative to capital punishment for the murder of law enforcement officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3773","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1260526,"bill_number":"H3753","title":"To limit consumer exposure to deceptive calling practices","description":"For legislation to limit consumer exposure to deceptive calling practices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3753","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1260528,"bill_number":"H3780","title":"Relative to firearm purchases","description":"Relative to the purchase of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3780","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1260531,"bill_number":"H3751","title":"To eliminate workplace drug testing for marijuana","description":"Relative to workplace drug testing for marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3751","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1260532,"bill_number":"H3770","title":"Requiring criminal record checks for game officials","description":"For legislation to require criminal record checks for officials, referees or umpires officiating at certain athletic events. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3770","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1261277,"bill_number":"H3793","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-15","last_action":"Reported by H4203","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3793","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1261667,"bill_number":"H3796","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of South Grafton as the Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Grafton as the veterans memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3796","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1262688,"bill_number":"H3797","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Renee Bennett, an employee of the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Renee Bennett, an employee of the Sex Offender Registry Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3797","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1262731,"bill_number":"H3803","title":"Relative to campaign fundraising for state representatives","description":"Relative to contributions from political action committees to candidates for state representative. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3803","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1262738,"bill_number":"H3812","title":"Relative to student loan debt relief tax credit","description":"Relative to the student loan debt relief tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3812","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1262753,"bill_number":"H3806","title":"To provide equal and fair access to affordable dental care for all patients","description":"Relative to access to affordable dental care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3806","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1262768,"bill_number":"H3809","title":"Relative to the scheduling of employees","description":"Relative to the scheduling of employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3809","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1262783,"bill_number":"H3810","title":"Relative to police education and training","description":"Relative to police education and training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3810","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1262798,"bill_number":"H3807","title":"Establishing a student tuition recovery fund","description":"For legislation to establish a student tuition recovery fund to be administered by the Attorney General. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3807","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1262811,"bill_number":"H3804","title":"Relative to campaign finance reporting","description":"Relative to campaign finance reporting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3804","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1262826,"bill_number":"H3813","title":"Relative to certain tax reporting requirements","description":"Relative to certain tax reporting requirements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3813","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1262839,"bill_number":"H3808","title":"Protecting federal employees in the commonwealth during a federal government shutdown","description":"Relative to nonpayment of rent or foreclosure by federal employees during a federal government shutdown. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3808","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1262858,"bill_number":"H3798","title":"To create direct dental care agreements","description":"For legislation to create direct dental care agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3798","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1262872,"bill_number":"H3811","title":"Relative to police and fire department hiring lists","description":"Relative to the minority preference for police and fire department hirings in cities and towns. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3811","sponsor":"Rady Mom"},
{"bill_id":1262886,"bill_number":"H3805","title":"Relative to hospital grade breast pumps","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for hospital grade breast pumps. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3805","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1262900,"bill_number":"H3802","title":"Relative to low-cost internet service","description":"Relative to low-cost internet service. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3802","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1264170,"bill_number":"H3814","title":"Providing for the construction of improvements to Arsenal Park in the town of Watertown","description":"Relative to the construction of improvements to Arsenal Park in the town of Watertown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3814","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1264219,"bill_number":"H3815","title":"Exempting the position of sealer of weights and measures within the town of Lynnfield from the Civil Service Law","description":"That the town of Lynnfield be authorized to exempt the position of sealer of weights and measures from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3815","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1264226,"bill_number":"S2223","title":"To commission a study on small manufacturing businesses in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to commission a study on small manufacturing businesses in Massachusetts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2533","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2223","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1264310,"bill_number":"S2224","title":"To promote Massachusetts furniture manufacturers","description":"For legislation to promote Massachusetts furniture manufacturers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2224","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1264360,"bill_number":"S2222","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of New Bedford to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2279","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2222","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1265003,"bill_number":"S2227","title":"Relative to child predators","description":"Relative to child predators","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2227","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1265017,"bill_number":"H3816","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sheri Panas, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sheri Panas, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3816","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1265032,"bill_number":"S2225","title":"Relative to the town of Sandwich","description":"For legislation relative to the town of Sandwich. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4468","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2225","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1265107,"bill_number":"H3817","title":"Relative to the fire department of the town of Lancaster","description":"That the town of Lancaster be authorized to continue the employment of Maurice Bateman, a firefighter/EMT of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read third (title changed), amended and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3817","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1265159,"bill_number":"H3818","title":"Relative to the deputy fire chief of the town of Lancaster","description":"That the town of Lancaster be authorized to continue the employment of Kevin Lamb as deputy chief of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read third (title changed), amended and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3818","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1265268,"bill_number":"H3820","title":"Amendment Order for H3819, “An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-05-29","last_action":"Order adopted, see H3819","last_action_date":"2019-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3820","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1265273,"bill_number":"H3823","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers in the town of Avon to serve as special police officers","description":"That the town of Avon be authorized to appoint retired police officers to serve as special police officers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3823","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1265279,"bill_number":"H3824","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to appoint retired police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-29","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4022","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3824","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1265285,"bill_number":"H3821","title":"Allowing the town of Sharon to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to grant four licenses 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":"2019-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4402","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3821","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1265289,"bill_number":"H3822","title":"Revising the charter for the City of Melrose","description":"Relative to the charter of the city of Melrose. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3822","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1265298,"bill_number":"H3819","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3819","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1265466,"bill_number":"S2234","title":"Validating the results of the annual town election held in the town of Heath on May 10, 2019","description":"Validating the results of the annual town election held in the town of Heath on May 10, 2019","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2234","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1265474,"bill_number":"S2229","title":"Amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton","description":"Relative to amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2331","last_action_date":"2019-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2229","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1265480,"bill_number":"S2230","title":"Authorizing certain investments by the treasurer of the town of Cohasset","description":"For legislation to authorize certain investments by the treasurer of the town of Cohasset. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2230","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1265488,"bill_number":"H3826","title":"Validating certain proceedings of the town of Sharon","description":"Relative to validating certain proceedings of the town of Sharon (House, No. 3826). May 30, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3826","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1265513,"bill_number":"S2232","title":"Relative to polling places in the town of Middleton","description":"For legislation relative to polling places in the town of Middleton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2344","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2232","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1265518,"bill_number":"H3825","title":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","description":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3854","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3825","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1265527,"bill_number":"H3827","title":"Relative to genetic counselors","description":"Relative to genetic counselors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4458","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3827","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1265538,"bill_number":"H3838","title":"Relative to solar assessments","description":"Relative to zoning for solar systems for certain development projects. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3838","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1265540,"bill_number":"H3829","title":"Relative to a specialty pharmacy in Greater Boston Urology","description":"Relative to a specialty pharmacy in Greater Boston Urology. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3829","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1265545,"bill_number":"H3840","title":"Relative to specialty pharmacies","description":"Relative to licensure for specialty practice pharmacies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3840","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1265548,"bill_number":"S2236","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kristen Casano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kristen Casano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-04-22","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2236","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1265553,"bill_number":"H3832","title":"Relative to the Transportation Infrastructure Enhancement Trust Fund municipal reporting requirements","description":"Relative to the municipal reporting requirements of the Transportation Infrastructure Enhancement Trust Fund. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4519","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3832","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1265556,"bill_number":"H3841","title":"To require public universities to provide medication abortion","description":"Relative to medical abortion or medication abortion at health centers at public institutions of higher education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3841","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1265561,"bill_number":"H3842","title":"Relative to well water disclosures","description":"Relative to disclosures of certain hazards in well water. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5090","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3842","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1265562,"bill_number":"H3828","title":"Relative to the sale of dogs and cats in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet shops. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2592","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3828","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1265567,"bill_number":"H3830","title":"Regulating beds out of service at long term care facilities","description":"Relative to regulating beds out of service at long term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5134","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3830","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1265572,"bill_number":"H3845","title":"Related to light frame truss marking","description":"Relative to marking of buildings with light-frame truss-type construction. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3845","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1265576,"bill_number":"H3839","title":"To ban the use of PFAS in food packaging","description":"For legislation to ban the use of certain chemicals in food packaging. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3839","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1265579,"bill_number":"H3837","title":"Protecting neighboring communities from deleterious construction","description":"Relative to certain construction projects occurring in municipalities within 1,500 feet of a border of another municipality. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3837","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1265589,"bill_number":"H3844","title":"Relative to safe building materials","description":"Relative to safe building materials. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3844","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1265592,"bill_number":"H3836","title":"Relative to the building or rebuilding of bridges on land that falls under the jurisdiction of more than one municipality","description":"Relative to the building or rebuilding of bridges on certain land that falls under the jurisdiction of more than one municipality. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3836","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1265599,"bill_number":"H3833","title":"Allowing civil complaints for emotional distress against those convicted of animal abuse","description":"Relative to civil complaints for emotional distress against those convicted of animal abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3833","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1265600,"bill_number":"H3834","title":"Revising public and non-profit liability caps","description":"Relative to public and non-profit liability caps in cases of wrongful death actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3834","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1265605,"bill_number":"S2235","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 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 2020 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":"2019-05-23","last_action":"See H3801","last_action_date":"2019-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2235","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1265609,"bill_number":"H3843","title":"Relative to ghost guns","description":"Relative prohibiting ghost guns, so-called, that allow gun pieces to be legally purchased or made to create firearms that lack serial numbers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3843","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1265616,"bill_number":"H3835","title":"Relative to meeting the human service workforce demand","description":"Relative to the employment of human service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3835","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1265623,"bill_number":"H3831","title":"Relative to inactive voters and municipal census administration","description":"Relative to inactive voters and municipal census administration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3831","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1265627,"bill_number":"H3846","title":"Relative to GreenWorks","description":"For legislation to provide for a program of climate change resiliency for cities and towns in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3941","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3846","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1266151,"bill_number":"H3851","title":"Establishing an interagency PFAS task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to review and investigate water and ground contamination of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-05-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4256","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3851","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1266154,"bill_number":"H3848","title":"Authorizing the town of Hudson to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Hudson be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3848","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1266160,"bill_number":"H3850","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Desjardins an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jennifer Desjardins, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3850","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1266164,"bill_number":"H3849","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Debra Messier, an employee of the department of revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Debra Messier, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3849","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1266168,"bill_number":"H3847","title":"Authorizing the town of Hudson to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Hudson be authorized to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3847","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1266173,"bill_number":"H3852","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to supply water to the town of Ashland","description":"Relative to the provision of water services to the town of Ashland by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3852","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1266178,"bill_number":"S2237","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Peter Ferony, an employee of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Peter Ferony, an employee of the Massachusetts Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2237","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1266426,"bill_number":"H3853","title":"Relative to the operation of charter schools in the city of New Bedford","description":"Relative to the operation of a certain Commonwealth charter school in the city of New Bedford. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3853/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3853","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1266665,"bill_number":"H3854","title":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","description":"Relative to collective bargaining dues","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3854","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1266716,"bill_number":"H3855","title":"Amendment Order for H 3854,“An Act relative to collective bargaining dues”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Adopted, see H3854","last_action_date":"2019-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3855","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1266796,"bill_number":"H3857","title":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Wakefield be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4475","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3857","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1266805,"bill_number":"H3856","title":"Granting the City of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3856/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3856","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1267041,"bill_number":"S2239","title":"To authorize the conveyance by lease or easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Groton","description":"For legislation to authorize the conveyance by lease or easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Groton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2303","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2239","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1267050,"bill_number":"S2241","title":"Relative to the Commonwealth's fire departments","description":"For legislation relative to the Commonwealth's fire departments. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2241","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1267064,"bill_number":"H3862","title":"To establish a sick leave bank for Susan Purcell, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Purcell, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3862/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3862","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":1267081,"bill_number":"H3861","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tanycha Bonilla, an employee of the department of children and families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tanycha Bonilla, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3861","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1267113,"bill_number":"S2240","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Milton","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Milton,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2240).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2240","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1267125,"bill_number":"H3860","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":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3860/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3860","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1267133,"bill_number":"H3858","title":"Regarding the terms of office for city councillors","description":"Relative to the terms of office for city councillors in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3858","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1267146,"bill_number":"H3859","title":"Authorizing the City of Boston to offer early voting in municipal elections","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to offer early voting in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3859","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1267157,"bill_number":"S2238","title":"Further regulating thoroughbred breeding","description":"For legislation to further regulate thoroughbred breeding,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2238).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2308","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2238","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1267404,"bill_number":"S2245","title":"Preventing distracted driving","description":"Preventing distracted driving","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2245","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1267515,"bill_number":"S2247","title":"Relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics","description":"For legislation relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","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":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2247","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1267522,"bill_number":"S2246","title":"Relative to the Board of Selectmen of the town of Duxbury","description":"For legislation relative to the Board of Selectmen of the town of Duxbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"Accompanied H3902","last_action_date":"2019-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2246","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1267527,"bill_number":"S2248","title":"Relative to freedom of expression for public school students","description":"For legislation relative to freedom of expression for public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2248","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1267529,"bill_number":"S2243","title":"Relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2525","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2243","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1267536,"bill_number":"H3863","title":"Relative to the Lanesborough Village Fire and Water District","description":"Relative to apportionment of certain betterments by the Lanesborough Village Fire and Water District. Revenue.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3863","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1267539,"bill_number":"S2242","title":"Relative to the procedure for municipal acceptance of subdivision roads in the town of Hingham","description":"For legislation relative to the procedure for municipal acceptance of subdivision roads in the town of Hingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2242","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1267573,"bill_number":"H3865","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center","description":"That the city of New Bedford be authorized to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3865","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1267584,"bill_number":"H3864","title":"Authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"That the town of Swansea be authorized to grant up to six additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4085","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3864","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1267759,"bill_number":"S2244","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the Lt. Joseph R. Fandrey Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Needham as the Lt. Joseph R. Fandrey Memorial Bridge,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2244).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"New draft substituted (Rush), see S2272","last_action_date":"2019-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2244","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1267774,"bill_number":"S2250","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"See H3793","last_action_date":"2019-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2250","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1268007,"bill_number":"S2256","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain property in the town of Templeton","description":"SENATE, June 12, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain property in the town of Templeton (Senate, No. 1854),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2256).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2256","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1268013,"bill_number":"S2251","title":"Relative to the Deputy Fire Chief of the town of Rutland","description":"For legislation relative to the Deputy Fire Chief of the town of Rutland. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2251","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1268020,"bill_number":"S2249","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Winchendon","description":"For legislation relative to the charter of the town of Winchendon. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 305 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2249","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1268031,"bill_number":"H3868","title":"Relative to creditable service","description":"By Mr. DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David F. DeCoste that the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System be directed to authorize Daniel P. Schwemin to purchase creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3868","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1268079,"bill_number":"S2255","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"SENATE, June 12, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 3819),-- reports (in part) a Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (Senate, No. 2255).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2255","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1268090,"bill_number":"H3869","title":"Relative to the authorities of municipal light boards","description":"Relative to the authorities of municipal light boards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4069","last_action_date":"2019-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3869","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1268153,"bill_number":"S2252","title":"Modifying certain titles and providing for the appointment of certain positions by the town administrator of the town of Newbury","description":"Modifying certain titles and providing for the appointment of certain positions by the town administrator of the town of Newbury","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2252","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1268209,"bill_number":"S2253","title":"Relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2253).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-10-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2253","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1268222,"bill_number":"S2254","title":"Establishing the Office of Outdoor Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish the Office of Outdoor Recreation,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2254).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2254","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1268234,"bill_number":"S2257","title":"Authorizing employees of the city of Fall River the ability to apply with the Fall River Retirement Board to purchase credible service for military service","description":"For legislation to authorize employees of the city of Fall River the ability to apply with the Fall River Retirement Board to purchase credible service for military service. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 173 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2257","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1268247,"bill_number":"S2258","title":"Designating a certain building in the city of Fall River as the Captain Thomas Hudner Jr. Memorial Building","description":"For legislation to designate a certain building in the city of Fall River as the Captain Thomas Hudner Jr. Memorial Building. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2258","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1268270,"bill_number":"S2259","title":"Requiring a parent or guardian who is exempt from property tax to reimburse a child’s school for tuition","description":"For legislation to require a parent or guardian who is exempt from property tax to reimburse a child’s school for tuition. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2524","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2259","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1268287,"bill_number":"H3889","title":"Enabling a local option for a tax on vacant units in large residential buildings","description":"By Mr. Connolly of Cambridge, a petition of Mike Connolly and others that cities and towns be authorized to establish an excise tax on vacant units in large residential buildings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3889","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268288,"bill_number":"H3899","title":"Resolutions designating August 17th and 18th, 2019 as the sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to setting August 10 and 11 as the dates for sales tax holiday for 2019. Published as amended by the House. June 13, 2019.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Resolutions adopted","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3899","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":1268291,"bill_number":"H3881","title":"Relative to protections and housing opportunities for seniors","description":"By Mr. LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf and others that the Department of Housing and Community Development establish a rental assistance program for certain persons over the age of 75 years. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3881","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268295,"bill_number":"H3891","title":"Establishing oversight and accountability in the implementation of tax expenditure commission recommendations","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent advisory commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate and study the maximizing of the Commonwealth’s return on investment for tax expenditures and to provide assessment, evaluation and measurement tools for tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3891","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1268298,"bill_number":"H3871","title":"Relative to the use of temporary door locking devices in public schools","description":"Relative to the use of temporary door locking devices in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3871","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1268301,"bill_number":"H3892","title":"Relative to mental health promotion through realistic advertising images","description":"For legislation to establish a realistic advertising tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3892","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1268304,"bill_number":"H3876","title":"Relative to equitable access to personal banking services","description":"For legislation to establish a low income checking account access program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3876","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268312,"bill_number":"H3883","title":"Facilitating local approval of inclusionary zoning","description":"Relative to local zoning ordinances or by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3883","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268316,"bill_number":"H3893","title":"Facilitating public ownership of public utilities","description":"Relative to public ownership of public utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3893","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268319,"bill_number":"H3885","title":"Relative to police career pay incentives","description":"Relative to police career pay incentives. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3885","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1268321,"bill_number":"H3897","title":"Relative to the training of higher education counselors in PTSD","description":"By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero and others that the University of Massachusetts medical school develop a continuing education program for counselors at public institutions of higher education regarding post-traumatic stress disorder and other service member and veteran related issues. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4177","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3897","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1268326,"bill_number":"H3884","title":"Relative to informed consent of opioid-based prescriptions","description":"Relative to informed consent of opioid-based prescriptions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3884","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268328,"bill_number":"H3873","title":"Relative to the board of registration of hazardous waste site cleanup professionals","description":"For legislation to establish the board of registration of hazardous waste site cleanup professionals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5124","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3873","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1268332,"bill_number":"H3878","title":"Financing an emergency supplemental affordable housing bond","description":"Relative to municipal financing of the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income persons. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3878","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268340,"bill_number":"H3875","title":"Relative to insurance coverage of medicinal cannabis","description":"Relative to insurance coverage of medicinal cannabis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3875","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268344,"bill_number":"H3886","title":"Relative to the exemption of the sales or use tax for leased motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the exemption of the sales or use tax for leased motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3886","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1268348,"bill_number":"H3882","title":"To protect victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense","description":"Relative to victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3882","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1268350,"bill_number":"H3870","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4693","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3870","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1268353,"bill_number":"H3888","title":"Implementing progressive options for raising new revenue","description":"Relative to taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3888","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268354,"bill_number":"H3877","title":"Relative to capping the price of life saving prescription drugs","description":"Relative to the cost of certain life saving prescription drugs, so-called. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3877","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268359,"bill_number":"H3894","title":"Relative to protecting the public from damages caused by public utility companies","description":"Relative to property damages caused by public utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3894","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1268363,"bill_number":"H3874","title":"Establishing a commission to review health insurance coverage for medically necessary treatment in public schools","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for medically necessary treatment in public schools. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3874","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1268365,"bill_number":"H3895","title":"Relative to equitable regional transit authority funding","description":"Relative to regional transit authority funding. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3895","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1268367,"bill_number":"H3896","title":"Ensuring fairness in local MBTA assessments","description":"Relative to financial assistance to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority from cities and towns. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3896","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1268372,"bill_number":"H3890","title":"Freezing the property tax of senior citizens","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to freeze the property taxes of senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3890","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1268373,"bill_number":"H3879","title":"Expanding the definition of affordable housing to include manufactured homes","description":"Relative to expanding the definition of affordable housing to include manufactured homes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4974","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3879","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1268375,"bill_number":"H3887","title":"Facilitating housing for all","description":"For legislation to establish a homelessness prevention and reduction fund to be funded by taxes on gross receipts of business entities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3887","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1268380,"bill_number":"H3880","title":"Relative to problem properties and absentee landlords","description":"For legislation to establish a registry of properties and property owners with multiple violations of health and safety codes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3880","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1268382,"bill_number":"H3872","title":"Relative to providing for seizure management plans in schools","description":"Relative to seizure management plans in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3872","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":1268384,"bill_number":"H3898","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds for transportation improvements to be issued by the commonwealth","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor providing for the terms of certain bonds for transportation improvements to be issued by the commonwealth (House, No. 3898). June 13, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3898","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1268855,"bill_number":"S2261","title":"Relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses in the town of Boxford","description":"For legislation relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses in the town of Boxford. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2366","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2261","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1268893,"bill_number":"S2260","title":"Authorizing the town of Townsend to continue the employment of Richard Bailey as police chief","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Townsend to continue the employment of Richard Bailey as police chief. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2260","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1268910,"bill_number":"H3867","title":"Designating a certain water spray deck park within the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Melnea A. Cass Recreation Complex in the Roxbury neighborhood of the city of Boston as the “Nakieka “Kiki” Taylor Water Deck”","description":"Designating a certain water spray deck park within the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Melnea A. Cass Recreation Complex in the Roxbury neighborhood of the city of Boston as the “Nakieka “Kiki” Taylor Water Deck”","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3867","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1268948,"bill_number":"H3866","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3866","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1269002,"bill_number":"H3900","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul A. Wilson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul A. Wilson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3900","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1269021,"bill_number":"H3901","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kyle Minnicucci, an employee of the Massachusetts State Police","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kyle Minnicucci, an employee of the State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3901","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1269038,"bill_number":"H3902","title":"Relative to expanding the board of selectmen in the town of Duxbury","description":"Relative to expanding the board of selectmen in the town of Duxbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3902","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1269048,"bill_number":"H3903","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Winchendon","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Winchendon. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3903","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1269400,"bill_number":"S2267","title":"Relative to the SMART Plan","description":"For legislation relative to the SMART Plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5039","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2267","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1269405,"bill_number":"S2268","title":"Relative to the 401(k) CORE program","description":"For legislation relative to the 401(k) CORE program. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied H36","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2268","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1269406,"bill_number":"S2266","title":"Investing in the Commonwealth’s schools","description":"For legislation to invest in the Commonwealth’s schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2266","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1269408,"bill_number":"H3905","title":"Amendment Order for House Bill No. 3535, “An Act expanding agriculture preservation restrictions for hemp cultivation”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-06-19","last_action":"Adopted, see H3535","last_action_date":"2019-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3905","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1269410,"bill_number":"H3904","title":"Relative to appraisal management companies","description":"Relative to appraisal management companies","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3904","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1269432,"bill_number":"H3909","title":"Authorizing the town of Winthrop to continue the employment of Fire Chief, Paul E. Flanagan","description":"That the town of Winthrop be authorized to continue the employment of Paul E. Flanagan as fire chief of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3909","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1269437,"bill_number":"H3906","title":"Validating the results of the annual town election held in the town of Chester on May 4, 2019","description":"For legislation to validate the actions taken at the annual town election held on May 4, 2019 in the town of Chester. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3906","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1269442,"bill_number":"H3908","title":"Relative to water connections in the town of Eastham","description":"That the town of Eastham be authorized to establish a water connection assistance program for property owners. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3908","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1269462,"bill_number":"H3907","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen of the town of Northfield","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to increase the size of the board of selectmen from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3907","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1269582,"bill_number":"S2263","title":"To repeal Chapter 404 of the Acts of 2008","description":"For legislation to repeal Chapter 404 of the Acts of 2008. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2263","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
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{"bill_id":1269589,"bill_number":"S2274","title":"Relative to the well-being of new mothers and infants","description":"For legislation relative to the well-being of new mothers and infants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2274","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1269594,"bill_number":"S2264","title":"To amend the North Andover town charter","description":"For legislation to amend the North Andover town charter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Amended (DiZoglio) by substituting a new draft, see S2626","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2264","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1269595,"bill_number":"S2262","title":"Authorizing the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2353","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2262","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1269601,"bill_number":"H3910","title":"Making certain appropriations for Fiscal Year 2020 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making certain appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill (House, No. 3910). June 20, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1269607,"bill_number":"S2265","title":"Exempting Paul Jacques from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of North Andover","description":"For legislation to exempt Paul Jacques from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of North Andover. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 294 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2265","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1269610,"bill_number":"S2270","title":"Authorizing the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury","description":"SENATE, June 20, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill authorizing the mutual release of all claims to certain lands in the town of Newbury (Senate, No. 2201),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2270).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2270","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1269612,"bill_number":"S2269","title":"Relative to updating the town charter in the town of Ipswich","description":"For legislation relative to updating the town charter in the town of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1203","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2269","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1269615,"bill_number":"S2272","title":"Designating certain bridges in memory of certain members of the United States Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving in the Military","description":"Designating certain bridges in memory of certain members of the United States Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving in the Military","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2272","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1269622,"bill_number":"H3911","title":"To ensure representation of Special Education Parent Advisory Councils on school committees","description":"Relative to representation of special education parent advisory councils on school committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3911","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1269646,"bill_number":"H3914","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michelle Kitchen-Taraska, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michelle Kitchen-Taraska, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3914","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1269663,"bill_number":"H3915","title":"Designating and transferring certain land in the town of Norfolk for conservation, open space, water supply protection, and recreation purposes","description":"By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Shawn Dooley and Rebecca L. Rausch that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Norfolk to said town for passive and active recreational activities and facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-05-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4920","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3915","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
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{"bill_id":1269680,"bill_number":"H3912","title":"Directing the Bristol County Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Christopher R. Carreiro","description":"By Mrs. Haddad of Somerset, a petition (subject to Joint Rules 12 and 7A) of Patricia A. Haddad that the Bristol County Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service to Christopher R. Carreiro. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3912","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1269691,"bill_number":"H3913","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Thomas Lingenberg, an employee of the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Thomas Lingenberg, an employee of the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3913","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":1269898,"bill_number":"H3916","title":"Exempting all uniformed positions in the fire department of the town of Acushnet from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Acushnet be authorized to exempt uniformed positions in the fire department of said town from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3916","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1269900,"bill_number":"S2275","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Westport","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Westport. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2275","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1269901,"bill_number":"S2276","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":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2532","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2276","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1269902,"bill_number":"S2277","title":"Establishing Arbor and Bird days","description":"For legislation to establish Arbor and Bird days. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2277","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1269903,"bill_number":"H3917","title":"To reduce litter on the highways of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the penalties for failure to load vehicles to prevent dropping on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5126","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3917","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1269906,"bill_number":"H3927","title":"Relative to firearms","description":"Relative to the purchase of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5117","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3927","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1269908,"bill_number":"H3920","title":"Promoting high school graduation in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize certain special education students to obtain high school graduation after the age of twenty-two years. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3920","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1269909,"bill_number":"H3926","title":"Relative to duck hunting in densely populated areas","description":"Relative to duck hunting in the city of Revere. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4610","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3926","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1269911,"bill_number":"H3922","title":"Relative to environmental justice communities","description":"Relative to an environmental justice policy. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4264","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3922","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1269912,"bill_number":"H3929","title":"Relative to the unfunded pension liability for retired sheriff’s department employees in Barnstable county","description":"Relative to the unfunded pension liability for retired sheriff’s department employees in Barnstable County. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5210","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3929","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1269913,"bill_number":"H3924","title":"Enabling local options for tenant protections","description":"For legislation to remove the prohibition on rent control and to provide tenant and foreclosure protections. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3924","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1269915,"bill_number":"H3930","title":"Relative to a legislator's referral powers","description":"Relative to the release of information to state legislators by state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5103","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3930","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1269918,"bill_number":"H3931","title":"Requiring zoning for multifamily housing near transit","description":"For legislation to require zoning for multifamily housing near transit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4546","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3931","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1269919,"bill_number":"H3923","title":"Relative to the prohibition of predatory financial practices","description":"Relative to small loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3923","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1269921,"bill_number":"H3919","title":"To expand the Massachusetts School Building Authority and create a new program to assist public school districts with 21st century technology upgrades","description":"Relative to technology upgrade programs for public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3919","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":1269922,"bill_number":"H3925","title":"Enabling municipal housing agencies to enter enforceable deed restriction agreements with small property owners in good standing as part of zoning variance approval","description":"Relative to enabling municipal housing agencies to enter enforceable deed restriction agreements with small property owners in good standing as part of zoning variance approval. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5108","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3925","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1269924,"bill_number":"H3918","title":"Relative to opportunity zones in gateway cities","description":"Relative to opportunity zones in gateway cities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3918","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1269926,"bill_number":"H3928","title":"Relative to veteran judges' pensions","description":"Relative to veteran judges' pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3928","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1269927,"bill_number":"H3932","title":"Further regulating the compensation of members of the General Court","description":"Relative to compensation of members of the General Court. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3932","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":1269928,"bill_number":"H3921","title":"Relative to honest online political advertisement disclosure and election interference","description":"Relative to electioneering communication expenditures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3921","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1270306,"bill_number":"H3936","title":"Validating a certain election in the town of Boylston","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor validating a certain election in the town of Boylston (House, No. 3936). June 27, 2019.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3936","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1270312,"bill_number":"H3934","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2019 to provide for accelerating infrastructure improvements at the MBTA","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making appropriations for fiscal year 2019 to provide for accelerating infrastructure improvements at the MBTA (House, No. 3934). June 27, 2019.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3934","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1270321,"bill_number":"H3935","title":"Validating actions taken at an annual town meeting in the town of Berlin","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor validating actions taken at an annual town meeting in the town of Berlin (House, No. 3935). June 27, 2019.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3935","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1270515,"bill_number":"S2278","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"For legislation to ensure consumer choice and equal access to eye care,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2278).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2296","last_action_date":"2019-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2278","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1270529,"bill_number":"H3941","title":"Relative to GreenWorks","description":"Relative to GreenWorks","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3987","last_action_date":"2019-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3941","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1270533,"bill_number":"H3938","title":"Establishing the charter for the town of Webster","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Webster. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5008","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3938","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1270536,"bill_number":"H3937","title":"Establishing the Littleton Common Smart Sewer District in the town of Littleton","description":"That the town of Littleton be authorized to establish the Littleton Common smart sewer district. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4865","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3937","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1270539,"bill_number":"H3942","title":"Relative to restoring equity in deeds excise allocation","description":"Relative to deeds excise receipts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3942","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1270544,"bill_number":"H3944","title":"Insuring adequate minimum school aid","description":"Relative to the minimum amount of school aid available to municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2348","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3944","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1270553,"bill_number":"H3939","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3939","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1270561,"bill_number":"H3933","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3933","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1270566,"bill_number":"H3940","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford 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":"2019-10-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3940","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1270569,"bill_number":"H3943","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nicole Reidy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nicole Reidy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-07-10","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3943","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1270579,"bill_number":"S2280","title":"Question of the conduct of Senator Michael D. Brady","description":"Relative to the question of the conduct of Senator Michael D. Brady","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-27","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2280","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
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{"bill_id":1270804,"bill_number":"H3952","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christine Smith, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christine Smith, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3952","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1270805,"bill_number":"H3950","title":"Designating a certain area in the South Boston section of the City of Boston in memory of John J. Mullen","description":"By Representative Biele of Boston and Senator Collins, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David Biele and Nick Collins that the Department of Conservation and Recreation designate a certain area at Castle Island in the city of Boston in memory of John J. Mullen. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4194","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3950","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1270806,"bill_number":"S2283","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Wareham","description":"For legislation relative to the charter of the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2283","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1270809,"bill_number":"H3951","title":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain sewer line easement in West Roxbury","description":"By Mr. Coppinger of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Edward F. Coppinger that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release a certain easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4649","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3951","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1270811,"bill_number":"H3947","title":"Relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank","description":"Relative to a cranberry wetland mitigation bank","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3947","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1270813,"bill_number":"H3948","title":"Establishing the DHY Clean Waters Community Partnership for the towns of Dennis, Harwich and Yarmouth","description":"Establishing the DHY Clean Waters Community Partnership for the towns of Dennis, Harwich and Yarmouth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3948","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1270815,"bill_number":"H3945","title":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","description":"Reducing plastic bag pollution","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5242","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3945","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1270816,"bill_number":"H3949","title":"Relative to debt collection licensure","description":"Relative to debt collection licensure","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3949","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1270820,"bill_number":"H3953","title":"Establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Ashland","description":"That the town of Ashland be authorized to establish an economic development special revenue account in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 193 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3953","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1270822,"bill_number":"H3946","title":"Authorizing mushroom picking for personal use on certain state park lands","description":"Authorizing mushroom picking for personal use on certain state park lands","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3946","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1270829,"bill_number":"H3954","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Nantucket","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3954","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1270831,"bill_number":"S2284","title":"Establishing an interagency PFAS task force","description":"For legislation to establish an interagency PFAS task force. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied H3851","last_action_date":"2019-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2284","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1270832,"bill_number":"S2279","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of New Bedford to enter into a long-term lease for the operation of a performing arts center,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2279).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2279","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1270834,"bill_number":"S2281","title":"Promoting snowmobiling sustainability","description":"For legislation to promote snowmobiling sustainability; and of Smitty Pignatelli relative to promoting snowmobiling sustainability,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2281).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2281","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1270836,"bill_number":"H3955","title":"Authorizing the town of Williamsburg to continue the employment of police department member Michael Wayne","description":"For legislation to authorize the continued employment of Michael Wayne as a member of the police department of the town of Williamsburg notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3955","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1270840,"bill_number":"H3956","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services","description":"By Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo L. D'Emilia and Marc R. Pacheco that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to transfer care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4178","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3956","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":1270842,"bill_number":"H3957","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Darcy F. Currey, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Darcy F. Currey, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3957/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3957","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1270861,"bill_number":"H3959","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Timothy Cuthbert, an employee of the Department of State Police","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Timothy Cuthbert, an employee of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3959","sponsor":"William Straus"},
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{"bill_id":1270866,"bill_number":"H3960","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sandra Cuthbert, an employee of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sandra Cuthbert, an employee of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3960","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1270926,"bill_number":"S2285","title":"To ensure equitable representation on the fiscal and management control board","description":"For legislation to ensure equitable representation on the fiscal and management control board. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-14","last_action":"Accompanied S2037","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2285","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1271077,"bill_number":"H3962","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Beth Baldwin, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset and Management Maintenance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Beth Baldwin, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset and Management Maintenance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3962","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
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{"bill_id":1271109,"bill_number":"H3964","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Salvador A. Bolanos, an employee of the parole board","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Salvador A. Bolanos, an employee of the Parole Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3964","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":1271216,"bill_number":"S2286","title":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2354","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2286/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2286","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1271218,"bill_number":"S2287","title":"To preserve the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey","description":"For legislation to preserve the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-06-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2328","last_action_date":"2019-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2287/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2287","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
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{"bill_id":1271314,"bill_number":"S2289","title":"Relative to public safety and transparency by transportation network companies","description":"Relative to public safety and transparency by transportation network companies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-11","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":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2289","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1271335,"bill_number":"H3967","title":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Fairhaven 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":"2019-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4086","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3967","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1271340,"bill_number":"H3969","title":"Establishing a charter for the town of Medway","description":"For legislation to further amend the charter of the town of Medway. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3969","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
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{"bill_id":1271426,"bill_number":"H3970","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kiera C. McNamara, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kiera C. McNamara, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3970","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
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{"bill_id":1271513,"bill_number":"S2291","title":"Granting noncitizen permanent residents in the town of Warwick the right to vote in municipal elections","description":"For legislation to grant noncitizen permanent residents in the town of Warwick the right to vote in municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2544","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2291","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
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{"bill_id":1271665,"bill_number":"H3973","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Ryan Moore and Donald Demiranda, police officers in the town of Falmouth","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Ryan Moore and Donald Demiranda, police officers in the town of Falmouth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4158","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3973","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1271671,"bill_number":"S2299","title":"Relative to the disclosure of smoking within a multi-residence building by lessor","description":"For legislation relative to the disclosure of smoking within a multi-residence building by lessor. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2299/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2299","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1271672,"bill_number":"H3977","title":"Establishing a Student Loan Bill of Rights","description":"Establishing a Student Loan Bill of Rights","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3977","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1271674,"bill_number":"H3976","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4921","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3976","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1271675,"bill_number":"S2292","title":"Providing for the assignment of a perpetual conservation restriction in the town of Middleborough","description":"Providing for the assignment of a perpetual conservation restriction in the town of Middleborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2292/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2292","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1271677,"bill_number":"S2298","title":"Relative to emergency prescriptions","description":"For legislation relative to emergency prescriptions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-17","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":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2298","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1271678,"bill_number":"H3978","title":"Amending the town manager act of the town of Arlington relative to the appointment and management of the town treasurer","description":"Relative to the appointment and management of the town treasurer of the town of Arlington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3978","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1271679,"bill_number":"S2301","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marilyn O’Neil, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marilyn O’Neil, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2301","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1271761,"bill_number":"S2295","title":"To increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks","description":"SENATE, July 18, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to increase consumer transparency about insurance provider networks (Senate, No. 610),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2295).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"Accompanied H913","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2295","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1271762,"bill_number":"S2294","title":"To end child marriage in Massachusetts","description":"SENATE, July 18, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to end child marriage in Massachusetts (Senate, No. 24),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2294).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2294","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1271763,"bill_number":"S2296","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"SENATE, July 18, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care (Senate, No. 2278),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2296).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2296/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2296","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1271764,"bill_number":"H3979","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the city of Chelsea","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the city of Chelsea. Housing.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-06-05","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted, see H4368","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3979","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1271809,"bill_number":"H4000","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 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 the fiscal year 2020 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 3801), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4000).","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Item 8900-0001 passed over veto - see  Roll Call #96 [YEAS 33 - NAYS 6]","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1271812,"bill_number":"H3980","title":"To promote commercial driver safety","description":"To promote commercial driver safety","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4967","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3980","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1271814,"bill_number":"H3981","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Jaillet, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Jaillet, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3981","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1271815,"bill_number":"S2300","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Scituate to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"New Draft substituted, see S2915","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2300","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1271816,"bill_number":"H3982","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a drainage easement, and amending a permanent right of way easement, to the city of Marlborough","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Danielle W. Gregoire, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and James B. Eldridge that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant a drainage easement to the city of Marlborough and to amend a permanent right of way easement in said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4899","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3982","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1271819,"bill_number":"H3984","title":"Relative to the gender neutral redraft of the home rule charter of the town of Easton","description":"Relative to the gender neutral redraft of the home rule charter of the town of Easton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 163 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3984","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1271820,"bill_number":"H3986","title":"Authorizing the town of Leyden to continue the employment of Gilda Galvis","description":"That the town of Leyden be authorized to continue the employment of Gilda Galvis, an employee of the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4544","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3986","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1271823,"bill_number":"H3983","title":"To create a 2050 roadmap to a clean and thriving commonwealth","description":"To create a 2050 roadmap to a clean and thriving commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3983","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1271824,"bill_number":"S2302","title":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","description":"For legislation relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Reported on the residue by S2744","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2302","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1271825,"bill_number":"H3985","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Andover","description":"Relative to amending the charter of the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3985","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1271862,"bill_number":"H3988","title":"Order relative to House Bill No. 3987, “An Act relative to GreenWorks”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-23","last_action":"See H3987","last_action_date":"2019-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3988","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1271863,"bill_number":"H3987","title":"Relative to GreenWorks","description":"Relative to GreenWorks","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-23","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3997","last_action_date":"2019-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3987","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272000,"bill_number":"H3992","title":"Authorizing the town of Winchester to grant not more than 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages on the premises without food to nonprofit charitable corporations","description":"That the town of Winchester be authorized to grant not more than 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages on the premises to nonprofit charitable corporations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on acceptance","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3992","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1272002,"bill_number":"H3991","title":"Amending certain liquor licenses in the town of Winchester","description":"That the town of Winchester be authorized to further regulate certain liquor licenses in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 214 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3991","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1272007,"bill_number":"H3996","title":"Eliminating the requirement for the geriatric authority to make payment to the town of Milford in lieu of taxes","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to eliminate the requirement for the Milford Geriatric Authority to make payments to said town in lieu of taxes. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3996","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1272009,"bill_number":"H3989","title":"Establishing Building Trades Recovery Week","description":"Establishing Building Trades Recovery Week","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3989","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1272015,"bill_number":"H3994","title":"Authorizing Scott Wood to take the civil service examination for the position of police officer in the City of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"For legislation to authorize Scott Wood to take the civil service examination for appointment as a reserve police officer in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3994","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1272019,"bill_number":"H3995","title":"Authorizing the town of Winchester to establish a senior property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Winchester be authorized to establish a senior property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4476","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3995","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1272023,"bill_number":"H3993","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2019-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3993","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1272092,"bill_number":"H3997","title":"Relative to GreenWorks","description":"Relative to GreenWorks","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 02/25/2020 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3997","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272093,"bill_number":"H3998","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":"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\"","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272097,"bill_number":"H3999","title":"Relative to vaccinations and public health","description":"Relative to vaccination and immunization for school admittance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5038","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3999","sponsor":"Andres Vargas"},
{"bill_id":1272098,"bill_number":"H4001","title":"Relative to hemp and hemp products in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate hemp and hemp products. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4528","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4001","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1272099,"bill_number":"H3990","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in the town of Princeton.","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in the town of Princeton.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4184","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3990","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1272100,"bill_number":"H4002","title":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","description":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4397","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272280,"bill_number":"S2304","title":"Creating a community process to supervise the disposition of a certain parcel of land on Leo M. Birmingham Parkway in the Allston-Brighton section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to create a community process to supervise the disposition of a certain parcel of land on Leo M. Birmingham Parkway in the Allston-Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2304","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1272283,"bill_number":"H4006","title":"Providing for line-of-duty death benefits for firefighters","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for real estate of survivors of certain police officers and firefighters who died in the line of duty. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5031","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4006","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1272285,"bill_number":"H4007","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne","description":"By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David T. Vieira, Viriato M. deMacedo and Randy Hunt (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4805","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4007","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1272288,"bill_number":"H4003","title":"Relative to simulcasting and racing.","description":"Relative to simulcasting and racing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4003","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272291,"bill_number":"S2303","title":"To authorize the conveyance by lease or easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Groton","description":"To authorize the conveyance by lease or easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Groton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2303","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1272294,"bill_number":"H4005","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rosa Santos, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rosa Santos, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4005","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1272297,"bill_number":"H4004","title":"Relative to certain property to be used for conservation or recreational purposes","description":"Relative to certain property to be used for conservation or recreational purposes in the West Roxbury neighborhood of the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5070","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4004","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":1272318,"bill_number":"H4008","title":"Relative to air monitoring stations","description":"Relative to air monitoring stations","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4008","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272320,"bill_number":"S2305","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"See H4003","last_action_date":"2019-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2305","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1272323,"bill_number":"H4009","title":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to transfer an interest in certain park land","description":"That the town of Fairhaven be authorized to transfer an interest in certain park land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4009","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1272324,"bill_number":"H4010","title":"Authorizing the Town of Ware to exempt Christopher Scott Romani from the maximum age requirement for applying for Civil Service appointment as a police officer","description":"For legislation to authorize Christopher Scott Romani to take the civil service examination for appointment as a police officer in the town of Ware, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5170","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4010","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1272367,"bill_number":"H4012","title":"Relative to children’s health and wellness","description":"Relative to children’s health and wellness","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Reported by H4210","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4012","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272375,"bill_number":"S2306","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services","description":"For legislation to authorize the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-06-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2306","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1272384,"bill_number":"H4013","title":"Order relative to amendments to the House bill relative to children's health and wellness","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"Adopted, see H4012","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4013","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1272432,"bill_number":"H4014","title":"So much of the message from His Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000) as relates to Attachments A through G, for items returned with disapproval of wording under the provisions of Section 5 of Article LXIII and sections returned with recommendations of amendments under the provisions of Article LVI of the Amendments to the Constitution (House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","description":"So much of the message from His Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000) as relates to Attachments A through G, for items returned with disapproval of wording under the provisions of Section 5 of Article LXIII and sections returned with recommendations of amendments under the provisions of Article LVI of the Amendments to the Constitution (House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-31","last_action":"See H4000","last_action_date":"2019-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272433,"bill_number":"H4022","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to appoint retired police officers as special police officers within said city for paid detail assignments","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3824). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4022","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1272434,"bill_number":"H4017","title":"Relative to hospital access to discounted prescription drug prices","description":"Section 47 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4017","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272435,"bill_number":"H4019","title":"Relative to offshore wind contract pricing","description":"Sections 69, 103, 104, and 108 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272436,"bill_number":"H4021","title":"Relative to the environmental health of the Blue Hills Reservation","description":"Section 97 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272437,"bill_number":"H4016","title":"Relative to grants from the Massachusetts Tourism Trust Fund","description":"Section 14 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272438,"bill_number":"S2308","title":"Extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization","description":"SENATE, July 31, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill further regulating thoroughbred breeding (Senate, No. 2238),-- reports (in part) a Bill extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization (Senate, No. 2308).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2308/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2308","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272439,"bill_number":"H4018","title":"Establishing certain reporting requirements for the board of the commonwealth health insurance connector","description":"Section 59 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4018","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272440,"bill_number":"H4020","title":"Establishing a restaurant promotion commission","description":"Section 89 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 (see House, No. 4000), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 4014). July 31, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4020","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1272538,"bill_number":"H4024","title":"Establishing a permanent commission on the status of black men and boys","description":"Establishing a permanent commission on the status of black men and boys","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-08-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4024","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1272539,"bill_number":"H4011","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Nantucket","description":"Amending the charter of the town of Nantucket","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4011","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1272578,"bill_number":"S2309","title":"To create a Merrimack River District Commission","description":"SENATE, August 5, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to create a Merrimack River District Commission (Senate, No. 457),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2309).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2309/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2309","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1272611,"bill_number":"S2315","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Barton, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Barton, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2315","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1272612,"bill_number":"S2307","title":"Authorizing the City Council of the city of Somerville to appoint a clerk of committees and assistant clerks of committees","description":"For legislation to authorize the City Council of the city of Somerville to appoint a clerk of committees and assistant clerks of committees. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2307","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1272613,"bill_number":"H4032","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Thelma J. Williams, an employee of the Commission for the Blind","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Thelma J. Williams, an employee of the Commission for the Blind. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4032","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1272614,"bill_number":"H4031","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill relative to collective bargaining dues","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill relative to collective bargaining dues","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"See H3854","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4031","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272615,"bill_number":"H4033","title":"Creating a community process to supervise the disposition of a certain parcel of land on Leo M. Birmingham Parkway in the Allston-Brighton section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to create a community process to supervise the disposition of a certain parcel of land on Leo M. Birmingham Parkway in the Allston-Brighton section of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4412","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4033","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1272617,"bill_number":"H4036","title":"Establishing a charter for the town of Plainville","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to establish a charter for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 310 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4036","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1272618,"bill_number":"H4025","title":"Updating overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers.","description":"Updating overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4025","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272619,"bill_number":"H4029","title":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","description":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4029","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272621,"bill_number":"H4028","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4028","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272622,"bill_number":"H4035","title":"Relative to the capital expenditures committee of the town of Lexington","description":"Relative to the capital expenditures committee of the town of Lexington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4035","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1272624,"bill_number":"H4030","title":"Relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security officers","description":"Relative to establishing a prevailing wage for security officers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4030","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272625,"bill_number":"H4037","title":"For Andover burial ground land transfer","description":"That the town of Andover be authorized to transfer the care, custody and control of a certain parcel of land in said town currently used as a cemetery and burial place to the board of selectmen for the purpose of conveying the parcel to J&J Ball Realty Trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Accompanied S2326","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4037","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1272627,"bill_number":"H4038","title":"To authorize the conveyance of a fee interest in land in the town of Marion","description":"That the town of Marion be authorized to transfer to the care, custody and control of a parcel of land held by the conservation commission of said town for conservation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4038","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1272628,"bill_number":"H4026","title":"Providing benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the Worker's Compensation Act","description":"Providing benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the Worker's Compensation Act","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4026","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272629,"bill_number":"H4034","title":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Charlton","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Charlton. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4034","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1272630,"bill_number":"S2314","title":"Relative to snow removal service liability limitation","description":"For legislation relative to snow removal service liability limitation,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2314).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2314","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272631,"bill_number":"S2310","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislationfor legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2310).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2310/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2310","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272632,"bill_number":"S2311","title":"Relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2311).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2311","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272633,"bill_number":"S2313","title":"Updating overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers","description":"For legislation to update overtime protections to protect the Commonwealth's middle class workers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2313).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2313","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272634,"bill_number":"S2312","title":"Relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee","description":"For legislation relative to consolidating multiple definitions of employee,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2312).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-08-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2312","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1272790,"bill_number":"H4040","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4117","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4040","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1272791,"bill_number":"H4041","title":"Authorizing the Salem scholarship and education committee to provide scholarships from funds set aside for educational purposes","description":"By Representative Tucker of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition of Paul F. Tucker and Joan B. Lovely (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the scholarship and education committee in the city of Salem be authorized to provide scholarships from funds set aside for educational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 273 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4041","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1272792,"bill_number":"H4039","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-08-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4708","last_action_date":"2020-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4039","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1272793,"bill_number":"S2316","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant easements to the town of Natick for the reconstruction of North Main Street (Route 27)","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant easements to the town of Natick for the reconstruction of North Main Street (Route 27)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272794,"bill_number":"H4043","title":"Relative to the Office of Information Technology considering cloud computing service options under certain circumstances","description":"By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others that the Office of Information Technology consider cloud computing service options under certain circumstances. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5011","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4043","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1272795,"bill_number":"H4042","title":"Exempting certain positions in the city known as the town of West Springfield from the civil service law","description":"That the city known as the town of West Springfield be authorized to exempt certain positions in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2020-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4042","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1272832,"bill_number":"S2317","title":"Establishing a building permit surcharge in the town of Concord","description":"For legislation to establish a building permit surcharge in the town of Concord. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-08-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2951","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2317/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2317","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1272833,"bill_number":"S2319","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marilyn O’Neil, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marilyn O’Neil, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-12","last_action":"See S2301","last_action_date":"2019-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2319","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1272834,"bill_number":"S2318","title":"Establishing a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Concord","description":"For legislation to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of property in the town of Concord. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2318","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1272837,"bill_number":"S2320","title":"Relative to the Boston Residents Job Policy","description":"For legislation relative to the Boston Residents Job Policy. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2320","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1272838,"bill_number":"H4047","title":"Relative to sewer regulations in the town of Auburn","description":"Relative to sewer regulations in the town of Auburn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4047","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1272840,"bill_number":"H4045","title":"Relative to digital entertainment on public rights of way","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive statewide policy concerning streaming entertainment services and the recovery of municipal costs for the management and maintenance of digital infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4045","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1272842,"bill_number":"H4044","title":"Amending the General Laws in relation to enacting the Private Vehicle Rental Act","description":"Relative to private motor vehicle rentals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4044","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1272843,"bill_number":"H4046","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Karen Phillips, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Karen Phillips, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4046","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1272961,"bill_number":"H4048","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":"2019-08-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4118","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4048","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1272962,"bill_number":"H4049","title":"To create a Boston Fire Department Cadet Program","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint cadet firefighters to the Boston fire department. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4824","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4049","sponsor":"Chynah Tyler"},
{"bill_id":1272989,"bill_number":"S2321","title":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 6.35: Pick (n) Pools","description":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 6.35: Pick (n) Pools","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-19","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2321/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2321","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1273002,"bill_number":"S2322","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amanda Franczek, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amanda Franczek, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2322/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2322","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1273003,"bill_number":"S2323","title":"Relative to assessment of surcharge points","description":"For legislation relative to assessment of surcharge points. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2323","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1273004,"bill_number":"S2324","title":"Establishing a hate crimes grant program","description":"For legislation to establish a hate crimes grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2581","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2324","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1273138,"bill_number":"H4051","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ana Ferdaus, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ana Ferdaus, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-09-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4051","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1273139,"bill_number":"H4052","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Danielle Diaz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Danielle Diaz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4052/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4052","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1273140,"bill_number":"H4050","title":"Amending the General Laws in relation to enacting the Vehicle Rental Modernization Act","description":"Relative to motor vehicle rental transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4050/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4050","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":1273179,"bill_number":"S2325","title":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","description":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-08-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2325","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1273311,"bill_number":"H4054","title":"Exempting certain positions in the police department of the town of Plainville from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to exempt certain positions in the police department of said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4054","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1273312,"bill_number":"H4056","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ryane Lineham, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ryane Lineham, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4056","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1273315,"bill_number":"H4055","title":"Authorizing the town of Gill to continue the employment of Gene M. Beaubien","description":"That the town of Gill be authorized to continue the employment of Gene M. Beaubien, fire chief of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4055","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1273316,"bill_number":"H4057","title":"Communication from the Division of Banks (under the provisions of section 171 of Chapter 6A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 209 CMR 50.00: Parity with Federal Credit Unions (Parity Regulations). Financial Services","description":"Communication from the Division of Banks (under the provisions of section 171 of Chapter 6A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 209 CMR 50.00: Parity with Federal Credit Unions (Parity Regulations). Financial Services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5160","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4057/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4057","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1273317,"bill_number":"H4053","title":"Exempting the police chief of the town of Plainville from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to exempt the position of police chief in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4053","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1273371,"bill_number":"H4058","title":"Validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Dudley","description":"Validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Dudley","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-08-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4058/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4058","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1273493,"bill_number":"H4062","title":"Changing the name of the board of selectmen in the town of Lexington to the select board","description":"That the town of Lexington be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4062","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1273494,"bill_number":"H4061","title":"Funding the town of Hanover's Other Post Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund","description":"That the town of Hanover be authorized to fund the other post-employment benefits liability trust fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4061","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
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{"bill_id":1273501,"bill_number":"H4060","title":"Authorizing the town of Hanover to grant 13 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Hanover be authorized to grant 13 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":"2019-08-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4312","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4060/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4060","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1273505,"bill_number":"H4064","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kaila McGonagle, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kaila McGonagle, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4064/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4064","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":1273538,"bill_number":"H4063","title":"Clarifying the classification of assisted living residences","description":"Relative to the classification of assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5079","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4063","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1273596,"bill_number":"S2326","title":"Relative to the Spring Grove Cemetery in the town of Andover","description":"For legislation relative to the Spring Grove Cemetery in the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2326/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2326","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1273691,"bill_number":"S2327","title":"Validating actions taken in connection with an annual town election in the town of Westhampton","description":"Validating actions taken in connection with an annual town election in the town of Westhampton","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2327/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1273700,"bill_number":"H3795","title":"Above quota alcohol license","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning above quota alcohol license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-09-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2019-09-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3795","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1273705,"bill_number":"S2328","title":"To preserve the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey","description":"SENATE, September 5, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to preserve the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey (Senate, No. 2287),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2328).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2328","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1273707,"bill_number":"S2329","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Kenney, an employee of the Center for Health Information and Analysis","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Kenney, an employee of the Center for Health Information and Analysis. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2329/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2329","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1273710,"bill_number":"H4065","title":"Establishing recall elections in the town of Otis","description":"That the town of Otis be authorized to establish recall elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4403","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4065/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4065","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1273717,"bill_number":"H4066","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen in the town of Sunderland","description":"Relative to the board of selectmen in the town of Sunderland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4066/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4066","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1274017,"bill_number":"S2331","title":"Amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton","description":"Amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-09-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2331","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1274027,"bill_number":"H4068","title":"Abolishing the sewer commission of the town of Royalston","description":"That the town of Royalston be authorized to abolish the sewer commission of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4068","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1274035,"bill_number":"H4067","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-09-09","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4127","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4067","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1274038,"bill_number":"S2333","title":"Allowing for a Legion of Merit license plate","description":"For legislation to allow for a Legion of Merit license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2333","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1274041,"bill_number":"S2332","title":"Authorizing the city of Everett to provide certain death, retirement and medical benefits to the widow and children of deceased firefighter Thaddeus M Baxter, Jr.","description":"Authorizing the city of Everett to provide certain death, retirement and medical benefits to the widow and children of deceased firefighter Thaddeus M Baxter, Jr.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2019-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2332","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1274045,"bill_number":"S2334","title":"Designating certain bridges in the town of Mashpee as the Private First Class Paul E. Conlon, Jr. Memorial Bridges","description":"For legislation to designate certain bridges in the town of Mashpee as the Private First Class Paul E. Conlon, Jr. Memorial Bridges. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2334","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1274048,"bill_number":"S2330","title":"Accepting certain property in Gloucester for park and conservation purposes under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution","description":"For legislation to accept certain property in Gloucester for park and conservation purposes under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2330","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1274050,"bill_number":"S2335","title":"Authorizing the release of an agricultural preservation restriction of certain land in Plymouth","description":"For legislation to authorize the release of an agricultural preservation restriction of certain land in Plymouth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-07-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2781","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2335","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1274317,"bill_number":"H4069","title":"Relative to the authorities of municipal light boards","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3869). September 12, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4069","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1274326,"bill_number":"S2336","title":"Relative to state employment postings","description":"For legislation relative to posting employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2336","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1274330,"bill_number":"S2337","title":"To extend veterans retirement buyback opportunities","description":"For legislation to extend veterans retirement buyback opportunities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2337","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1274364,"bill_number":"H4070","title":"Relative to the authority of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission","description":"Relative to the issuance of licenses by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission in Bristol, Plymouth, Nantucket, Dukes and Barnstable counties. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5032","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4070","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1274376,"bill_number":"H4071","title":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to employ Kevin D. Roy as fire chief beyond the statutory retirement age","description":"That the city of Fitchburg be authorized to continue the employment of Kevin D. Roy as fire chief of the fire department of said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4071","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1274588,"bill_number":"S2340","title":"Relative to health insurance benefits for state employees","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance benefits for state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2340","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274594,"bill_number":"S2339","title":"Relative to public bidding","description":"For legislation relative to public bidding. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2569","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2339","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274596,"bill_number":"H4073","title":"Making technical corrective changes to the Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund tax assessments","description":"Making technical corrective changes to the Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund tax assessments","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 182 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4073","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1274598,"bill_number":"S2338","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"SENATE, September 16, 2019 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants (Senate, No. 1230),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2338).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -  Roll Call #94 [YEAS 38 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2019-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2338","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1274601,"bill_number":"S2341","title":"To update the Massachusetts rideshare program","description":"For legislation to update the Massachusetts rideshare program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-05-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2341/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2341","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274603,"bill_number":"S2342","title":"Requiring the inclusion of certain civil rights offense information in the statewide domestic violence record keeping 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":"2019-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2342/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2342","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274606,"bill_number":"H4072","title":"Relative to campaign finance","description":"Relative to campaign finance","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4087","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4072","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":1274888,"bill_number":"H4076","title":"Establishing a women's rights history trail","description":"Establishing a women's rights history trail","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4076","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1274894,"bill_number":"H4077","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of state land in the town of Needham now under the care and control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of state land in the town of Needham now under the care and control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4077","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1274900,"bill_number":"H4081","title":"Authorizing the town of Arlington to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Arlington be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4477","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4081","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1274902,"bill_number":"S2347","title":"Relative to overtime pay for agricultural and farm work","description":"For legislation relative to overtime pay for agricultural and farm work. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5002","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2347","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274906,"bill_number":"S2345","title":"Relative to senior citizen property tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to senior citizen property tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2345/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2345","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274908,"bill_number":"H4075","title":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","description":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4099","last_action_date":"2019-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4075","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1274912,"bill_number":"H4079","title":"Granting the City of Medford the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to impose municipal reviews on institutional master plans of certain institutional facilities in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4079","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1274924,"bill_number":"H4080","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Dedham","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to amend the charter of said town by changing the name of the board of selectmen to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4704","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4080","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1274927,"bill_number":"S2346","title":"Relative to safe driving","description":"For legislation relative to safe driving. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2346","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1274930,"bill_number":"H4078","title":"Authorizing the granting of one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises, in the city of Methuen","description":"That the city of Methuen be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4142","last_action_date":"2019-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4078","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1275052,"bill_number":"S2348","title":"Relative to educational opportunity for students","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 to establish parent engagement and supports grants within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; of Aaron Vega, Mary S. Keefe and others relative to funding for public schools and the foundation budget review commission; of John H. Rogers and Jason M. Lewis relative to the targeted local contribution of the foundation budget under the chapter 70 funding formula, so called; and (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Josh S. Cutler relative to the minimum amount of school aid available to municipalities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2348).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2350","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2348","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1275058,"bill_number":"S2343","title":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","description":"For legislationfor legislation to increase the safety of individuals with disabilities living in group homes,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2343).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2367","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2343/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2343","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1275069,"bill_number":"H4082","title":"Exempting the labor service positions of the department of public works in the city of Medford from the civil service laws","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to exempt labor service positions of the department of public works, in said city, from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4082","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1275071,"bill_number":"H4083","title":"Relative to DCF legislative reporting reform","description":"Relative to reports required to be filed by the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4163","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4083","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1275077,"bill_number":"S2344","title":"Further regulating the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages at certain polling places in the town of Middleton","description":"Further regulating the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages at certain polling places in the town of Middleton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2344/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2344","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1275178,"bill_number":"S2349","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2349","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1275222,"bill_number":"S2352","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","description":"For legislation to authorize the division of capital asset management and maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2782","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2352/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2352","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1275223,"bill_number":"H4084","title":"To restrict, reduce, and minimize the use and distribution of single-use plastic straws in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the use and distribution of single-use plastic straws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2450","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4084","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1275226,"bill_number":"S2351","title":"Relative to genderless civil service positions","description":"For legislation relative to genderless civil service positions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2351/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2351","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":1275235,"bill_number":"H4074","title":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","description":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4074","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1275361,"bill_number":"S2350","title":"Relative to educational opportunity for students","description":"Relative to educational opportunity for students (Senate, No. 2348), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2350).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-24","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2365","last_action_date":"2019-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2350","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1275442,"bill_number":"H4087","title":"Relative to campaign finance","description":"Relative to campaign finance","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4087","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1275455,"bill_number":"S2356","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Wilfredo Bosque-Rosa, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Wilfredo Bosque-Rosa, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2356/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2356","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1275485,"bill_number":"H4085","title":"Authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"Authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2020-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4085","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1275510,"bill_number":"H4088","title":"Amendment Order for H4087, “An Act relative to campaign finance","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-09-25","last_action":"Adopted, see H4087","last_action_date":"2019-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4088","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1275519,"bill_number":"H4086","title":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven 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":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4086","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1275582,"bill_number":"S2357","title":"Regulating flavored tobacco products","description":"For legislation to regulate flavored tobacco products,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2357).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-09-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2357/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2357","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1275601,"bill_number":"S2358","title":"Protecting dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to further regulate dogs at boarding kennels and daycare facilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2358).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-09-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2358","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1275612,"bill_number":"H4089","title":"Regulating flavored tobacco products","description":"Regulating flavored tobacco products","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-09-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4183","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4089","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1275621,"bill_number":"S2354","title":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2354).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2354","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1275625,"bill_number":"S2353","title":"Authorizing the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2353).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2353/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2353","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1275629,"bill_number":"S2355","title":"Regulating certain insurance benefits for elected officials of the town of Blackstone","description":"For legislation to regulate certain insurance benefits for elected officials of the town of Blackstone. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-01-23","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2355/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2355","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1275769,"bill_number":"H4091","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dawn Ball, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dawn Ball, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-10-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4091/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4091","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1275772,"bill_number":"H4090","title":"Authorizing the Norfolk County Treasurer to borrow funds for repairs to the Norfolk County Agricultural School","description":"For legislation to authorize the county commissioners of Norfolk County to borrow money for the repair, renovation and construction, equipping and furnishing of buildings at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School in the town of Walpole. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4090","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1275881,"bill_number":"S2359","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"For legislation to promote community immunity. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2763","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2359","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1275884,"bill_number":"H4097","title":"Relative to the funding of the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund in the Town of Uxbridge","description":"Relative to the funding of the other post-employment benefits liability trust fund in the town of Uxbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4097","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1275892,"bill_number":"H4092","title":"Relative to uniform partition of heirs property","description":"Relative to uniform partition of heirs property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4092","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1275898,"bill_number":"H4094","title":"Authorizing the county of Dukes County to borrow funds to pay costs of acquiring land, constructing buildings and other facilities as the county shall require, making capital improvements to county facilities, acquiring items of capital equipment, and for the payment of all other costs incidental and related thereto","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes that the county of Dukes County be authorized to borrow funds to pay costs of acquiring land and for certain other capital improvements. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4094","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1275901,"bill_number":"H4095","title":"Changing the position of treasurer in the county of Dukes County to an appointed position","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes that the county of Dukes County be authorized to change the position of treasurer from an elected to an appointed position. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-19","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4673","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4095","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1275904,"bill_number":"H4093","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Dayton, an employee of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jacqueline Dayton, an employee of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4093","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1275910,"bill_number":"H4096","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"For legislation to establish an immunization program within the Department of Public Health for certain child care centers, schools, camps and institutions of higher education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4784","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4096","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1276001,"bill_number":"H4100","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4335","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4100","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1276008,"bill_number":"S2363","title":"Relative to the membership of the PRIM board","description":"For legislation relative to the membership of the PRIM board. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-09-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2363/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2363","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1276016,"bill_number":"H4099","title":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","description":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4099","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1276025,"bill_number":"H4102","title":"Relative to disqualification of bidders on city contracts","description":"That the city of Northampton be authorized to disqualify bidders on municipal contracts in said city who participate in the design, manufacture or maintenance of nuclear weapons. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4102","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1276031,"bill_number":"H4098","title":"Providing for special police officers in the city of Leominster","description":"Providing for special police officers in the city of Leominster","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4098","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1276034,"bill_number":"S2362","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Yves Louis, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Yves Louis, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2362","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1276041,"bill_number":"H4101","title":"Establishing the appointed office of town clerk in the town of Pelham","description":"Relative to establishing the appointed office of town clerk in the town of Pelham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4101","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1276101,"bill_number":"S2360","title":"Exempting all positions in the Police Department of the town of Rockport from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt all positions in the Police Department of the town of Rockport from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2360","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1276120,"bill_number":"H4103","title":"Establishing a memorial bench in Pope John Paul II Park in the city of Boston in memory of Robert M. “Bobby” Mudge","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William J. Driscoll, Jr., that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to establish a memorial bench in Pope John Paul II Park in the city of Boston in memory of Robert M. “Bobby” Mudge. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4195","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4103","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1276123,"bill_number":"S2361","title":"Relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater","description":"For legislation relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2361).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2361","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1276127,"bill_number":"H4105","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the city of Newton","description":"By Representative Khan of Newton and Senator Creem, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Kay Khan, Cynthia Stone Creem and others that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel land in the city of Newton to said city for affordable housing or general municipal purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4364","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4105","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1276131,"bill_number":"H4104","title":"Relative to the commonwealth's fire departments","description":"Relative to benefits for certain firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4722","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4104","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":1276152,"bill_number":"H4106","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kathleen Stone-Harrington, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kathleen Stone-Harrington, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4106","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1276228,"bill_number":"H4113","title":"Relative to increasing operational safety for keyless ignition technology in motor vehicles","description":"Relative to increasing operational safety for keyless ignition technology in motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4113","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":1276229,"bill_number":"S2364","title":"To protect access to invaluable, economical and necessary treatments","description":"For legislation to protect access to invaluable, economical, and necessary treatments,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2364).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2364/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2364","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1276232,"bill_number":"H4108","title":"Establishing a hate crimes grant program","description":"Relative to the establishment of a grant program for the education and prevention of hate crimes and incidences of bias in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4433","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4108","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1276234,"bill_number":"H4111","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Erica Moore, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Erica Moore, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4111","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1276236,"bill_number":"H4110","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan St. Laurent, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan St. Laurent, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-25","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4156","last_action_date":"2019-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4110","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1276240,"bill_number":"H4112","title":"Relative to energy efficiency","description":"Relative to energy efficiency and demand reduction resources for electric and natural gas resource needs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4112","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1276244,"bill_number":"H4109","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christopher Trigilio, an employee of the trial court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christopher Trigilio, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4109","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1276296,"bill_number":"S2365","title":"Relative to educational opportunity for students","description":"Relative to educational opportunity for students","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-03","last_action":"Reported by S2412","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2365","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1276300,"bill_number":"H4116","title":"To establish a beach capital improvement fund","description":"That the town of Yarmouth be authorized to establish a beach capital improvement fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4116","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1276304,"bill_number":"H4115","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to limit buildings according to their use or construction to specified districts","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to further regulate the zoning of housing, commercial and institutional development in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4115","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1276567,"bill_number":"S2366","title":"Relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses in the town of Boxford","description":"For legislation relative to the granting of alcoholic beverages licenses in the town of Boxford,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2366).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2366/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2366","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1276573,"bill_number":"H4123","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land to the City of Northampton","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Northampton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4123","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1276581,"bill_number":"H4122","title":"To enhance, update and protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law","description":"Relative to motor vehicle owners’ and independent repair facilities’ access to vehicle on-board diagnostic systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5043","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4122","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1276584,"bill_number":"H4124","title":"Designating a certain pavilion shelter on the Esplanade in the city of Boston as the Priebatsch Pavilion","description":"By Representative Livingstone of Boston and Senator Boncore, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jay D. Livingstone and Joseph A. Boncore that a certain pavilion shelter on the Charles River Esplanade in the city of Boston be designated as the Priebatsch pavilion. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4124","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1276603,"bill_number":"H4118","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":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4118","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1276605,"bill_number":"H4114","title":"Studying flood storage and water quality improvements in the Alewife Brook watershed","description":"Studying flood storage and water quality improvements in the Alewife Brook watershed","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4114","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1276610,"bill_number":"H4107","title":"Cannabis Policy Committee Hearing in Western Massachusetts","description":"By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Chang-Diaz, a joint petition of David M. Rogers and Sonia Chang-Diaz [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4107","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1276612,"bill_number":"H4117","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert a license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4117","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1276619,"bill_number":"H4119","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on post traumatic stress disorder","description":"Resolve establishing a special commission on post traumatic stress disorder","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4119","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1276624,"bill_number":"H4120","title":"To establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community","description":"To establish a commission to study substance use disorder and treatment disparities in the minority community","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4120","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1276635,"bill_number":"H4121","title":"A Cannabis Policy Committee Hearing in Leicester","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Cannabis Policy to visit, in the discharge of their duties, the Leicester public library, in the town of Leicester on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, for the purpose of conducting a committee hearing from 11:00 o’clock A.M. until 2:00 o’clock P.M. (House, No. 4121). Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4121","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
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{"bill_id":1276668,"bill_number":"S2367","title":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","description":"To protect persons with intellectual or developmental disability from abuse","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2367/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2367","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1276770,"bill_number":"H4130","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Melinda Trudell, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Melinda Trudell, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4130","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1276776,"bill_number":"S2371","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tiffany Myers, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank Tiffany Myers, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-10-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2371/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2371","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1276780,"bill_number":"H4127","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-15","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4132","last_action_date":"2019-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4127","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1276784,"bill_number":"H4129","title":"Resolve establishing a Deborah Sampson memorial commission","description":"Relative to a suitable memorial to commemorate Deborah Sampson. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-10-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4179","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4129","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1276798,"bill_number":"H4125","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"Relative to workplace safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4125","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1276828,"bill_number":"H4128","title":"Amendment Order for House Bill 4127, “An Act making appropriations for fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-10-15","last_action":"Adopted, see H4127","last_action_date":"2019-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4128","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1276836,"bill_number":"S2369","title":"Relative to the terms for members of the city of Somerville's Zoning Board of Appeals","description":"For legislation relative to the terms for members of the city of Somerville's Zoning Board of Appeals. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2369/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2369","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1276877,"bill_number":"S2373","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Kiley, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daniel Kiley, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2373/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2373","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1276994,"bill_number":"S2375","title":"Relative to a long term care partnership program","description":"For legislation relative to a long term care partnership program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2375","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1276997,"bill_number":"S2376","title":"Establishing adequate funding for residents of Massachusetts nursing homes","description":"For legislation to establish adequate funding for residents of Massachusetts nursing homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2900","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2376/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2376","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1277030,"bill_number":"H4133","title":"To preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018","description":"Relative to payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for certain retirees and active retirement system members. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4276","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4133","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1277042,"bill_number":"H4131","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4131/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4131","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1277055,"bill_number":"S2374","title":"Providing for the exchange of certain park land in the town of Rockland","description":"For legislation to provide for the exchange of certain park land in the town of Rockland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2374/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2374","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
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{"bill_id":1277215,"bill_number":"H4134","title":"To improve health care by investing in VALUE","description":"To improve health care by investing in VALUE","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-24","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4134/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4134","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1277293,"bill_number":"S2380","title":"Relative to motorcycle helmets","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle helmets. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2560","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2380/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2380","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1277303,"bill_number":"S2378","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2386","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2378/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2378","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1277315,"bill_number":"S2379","title":"Communication from the Human Resources Division of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (under the provisions of Section 61A of Chapter 31 and Section 5(3)(e) of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) submitting revisions to regulations for initial hire medical and physical fitness standards tests of municipal public safety personnel","description":"Communication from the Human Resources Division of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (under the provisions of Section 61A of Chapter 31 and Section 5(3)(e) of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) submitting revisions to regulations for initial hire medical and physical fitness standards tests of municipal public safety personnel","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2379/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2379","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1277333,"bill_number":"H4138","title":"Relative to duck hunting in densely populated areas","description":"Relative to duck hunting in the city of Revere. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4138/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4138","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1277390,"bill_number":"H4126","title":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","description":"Relative to transparency in employee benefits reporting in private construction","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4126","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1277449,"bill_number":"H4135","title":"Amendment Order for “An Act relative to educational opportunity for students”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Adopted, see S2365","last_action_date":"2019-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4135","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1277558,"bill_number":"S2382","title":"Relative to preventing suicide","description":"For legislation relative to preventing suicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2496","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2382/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2382","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1277568,"bill_number":"S2383","title":"To exempt certain local housing authority executive directors from anti-spiking provisions","description":"For legislation to exempt certain local housing authority executive directors from anti-spiking provisions. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2383/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2383","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1277571,"bill_number":"S2384","title":"Relative to the transfer and sale of a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation relative to the transfer and sale of a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 200 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2384/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2384","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1277587,"bill_number":"H4139","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4139","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1277599,"bill_number":"H4140","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5023","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4140","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1277615,"bill_number":"H4142","title":"Authorizing the granting of one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises, in the city of Methuen","description":"Authorizing the granting of one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises, in the city of Methuen","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4142/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4142","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1277627,"bill_number":"H4141","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2020-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4141","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1277783,"bill_number":"S2372","title":"Relative to workplace safety","description":"For legislation relative to workplace safety,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2372).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2372/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2372","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1277793,"bill_number":"S2381","title":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises, 4 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premise and 1 additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises, 4 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premise and 2 additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2381).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2381/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2381","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":1277840,"bill_number":"H4149","title":"Establishing a live theater pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit program for live theater. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4149/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4149","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1277844,"bill_number":"H4143","title":"Relative to veterans’ buyback","description":"Relative to veterans’ buyback","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4143/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4143","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
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{"bill_id":1277854,"bill_number":"H4151","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patricia Foley, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patricia Foley, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4151","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1277863,"bill_number":"H4146","title":"To upgrade hen welfare and establish uniform cage-free standards","description":"For legislation to further regulate the prevention of cruelty to farm animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5071","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4146","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1278056,"bill_number":"S2385","title":"Relative to land use restrictions in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to public land use restrictions; and of David Biele and Tommy Vitolo relative to restrictions on real estate interests held by the Massachusetts Port Authority that prohibit the use of real estate property for residential purposes in the South Boston section of the city of Boston,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2385).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2385/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2385","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1278091,"bill_number":"H4152","title":"Preserving the competitiveness of group auto and homeowners insurance plans","description":"Preserving the competitiveness of group auto and homeowners insurance plans","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4152","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1278124,"bill_number":"H4154","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-28","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2020-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4154","sponsor":"Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":1278217,"bill_number":"S2386","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2386/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2386","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1278252,"bill_number":"H4155","title":"City of Chelsea Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board","description":"Relative to the disposition of property taken for non-payment of property taxes in the city of Chelsea. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 192 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4155","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1278284,"bill_number":"S2387","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-28","last_action":"See H4099","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2387/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2387","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1278315,"bill_number":"H4153","title":"To ensure gender parity and racial and ethnic diversity on public boards and commissions","description":"To ensure gender parity and racial and ethnic diversity on public boards and commissions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4153","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1278489,"bill_number":"H4156","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan St. Laurent, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4110). October 29, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4156","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1278566,"bill_number":"S2390","title":"Relative to the operations of the Pilgrim Nuclear Decommissioning Advisory Panel","description":"For legislation relative the membership of the Pilgrim Nuclear Decommissioning Advisory Panel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2552","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2390/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2390","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":1278578,"bill_number":"S2389","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":"2019-02-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2528","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2389/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2389","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1278599,"bill_number":"H4160","title":"Relative to Rosa Parks Day","description":"By Mr. Hay of Fitchburg, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Stephan Hay and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate the fourth of February as Rosa Parks day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4160","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1278601,"bill_number":"H4161","title":"Relative to youth voter engagement","description":"For legislation to allow certain 17 year-old pre-registered voters to vote in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4161/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4161","sponsor":"Joan Meschino"},
{"bill_id":1278608,"bill_number":"S2388","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mattress recycling and of Carolyn C. Dykema and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the financial and environmental impacts of disposal and end-of-life management of mattresses and associated foundations on municipalities,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2388).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-10-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2388","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1278618,"bill_number":"H4158","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Ryan Moore and Donald Demiranda, police officers in the town of Falmouth","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Ryan Moore and Donald Demiranda, police officers in the town of Falmouth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4666","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4158","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1278621,"bill_number":"H4159","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to supply itself and its inhabitants with water","description":"Relative to the water supply in the town of Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4399","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4159","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1278628,"bill_number":"H4157","title":"Elder affairs study order","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Elder Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning elder affairs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-10-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4157","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
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{"bill_id":1278740,"bill_number":"S2392","title":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","description":"To support improved financial stability in higher education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-30","last_action":"see H4099","last_action_date":"2019-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2392/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2392","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1278871,"bill_number":"S2394","title":"Validating actions taken in connection with a special town election in the town of Oakham","description":"Validating actions taken in connection with a special town election in the town of Oakham","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2394/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2394","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1278914,"bill_number":"H4163","title":"Relative to DCF legislative reporting reform","description":"Relative to DCF legislative reporting reform","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4841","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4163","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1278917,"bill_number":"H4162","title":"Establishing a foster parents' bill of rights","description":"Establishing a foster parents' bill of rights","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4162","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1278919,"bill_number":"S2393","title":"Allowing Robert G. Gaynor to continue to serve in the position of Special Police Officer for the town of Halifax","description":"For legislation to allow Robert G. Gaynor to continue to serve in the position of Special Police Officer for the town of Halifax. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2393/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2393","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1278934,"bill_number":"H4165","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to 1044 Main Street Clinton LLC","description":"That the town of Clinton be authorized to grant an 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":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4337","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4165","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1278943,"bill_number":"H4168","title":"To enhance enforcement against unlicensed marijuana operators","description":"Relative to unlicensed marijuana operators. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5042","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4168","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1278948,"bill_number":"H4166","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westwood","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westwood. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4166","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1278952,"bill_number":"H4169","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jay D. Perry, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jay D. Perry, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-12-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4169/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4169","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1278962,"bill_number":"H4167","title":"Providing for alternate members of the conservation commission of the town of Clinton","description":"Relative to alternate members of the conservation commission in the town of Clinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 278 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4167","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1278973,"bill_number":"H4164","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to Super Sumit, Inc","description":"That the town of Clinton be authorized to grant an 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":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4336","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4164/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4164","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1279191,"bill_number":"S2396","title":"Relative to firefighter protection","description":"For legislation relative to firefighter protection. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2565","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2396/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2396","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1279203,"bill_number":"H4176","title":"Relative to banks and banking","description":"Relative to banks and banking","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4176","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279207,"bill_number":"H4177","title":"Relative to the training of higher education counselors on deployment-related health conditions","description":"Relative to the training of higher education counselors on deployment-related health conditions","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4177","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1279218,"bill_number":"H4170","title":"Protecting workers' wages from arbitrary recoupment of overpayments","description":"Protecting workers' wages from arbitrary recoupment of overpayments","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4170","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1279221,"bill_number":"H4179","title":"Resolve establishing a Deborah Sampson memorial commission","description":"Resolve establishing a Deborah Sampson memorial commission","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-11-06","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4179","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279229,"bill_number":"H4178","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services","description":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land in the town of Bridgewater from the Department of Correction to the Department of Fire Services","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4178","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279233,"bill_number":"H4172","title":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes","description":"Relative to unemployment compensation and labor disputes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4172","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
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{"bill_id":1279248,"bill_number":"H4173","title":"To harmonize wage laws","description":"To harmonize wage laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4173","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
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{"bill_id":1279385,"bill_number":"S2397","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparency","description":"Relative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparency","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2409","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2397","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279406,"bill_number":"H4180","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4180","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":1279463,"bill_number":"H4181","title":"To prevent jaywalking","description":"To prevent jaywalking","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4181","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":1279830,"bill_number":"H4185","title":"Amendment Order for House Bill No. 4089 “An Act regulating flavored tobacco products”","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2019-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4185","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1279846,"bill_number":"H4184","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in the town of Princeton","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in the town of Princeton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4184","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279853,"bill_number":"H4183","title":"Modernizing tobacco control","description":"Modernizing tobacco control","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4196","last_action_date":"2019-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4183","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1279899,"bill_number":"H4187","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":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4187","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1279925,"bill_number":"H4188","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Judith Alexandre, an employee of Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Judith Alexandre, an employee of Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4188","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1279938,"bill_number":"H4189","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nelly Montanez, an employee of the department of environmental protection","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nelly Montanez, an employee of the Department of Environmental Protection. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-10-24","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4189","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1279950,"bill_number":"S2403","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":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2876","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2403","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":1279964,"bill_number":"H4190","title":"Relative to affordable rental housing","description":"Relative to the amount of the deduction on taxable income for rent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5080","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4190","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":1279990,"bill_number":"H4191","title":"Authorizing the town of Mashpee to convey certain town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez","description":"That the town of Mashpee be authorized to convey certain town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4346","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4191","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1280002,"bill_number":"H4186","title":"Relative to preventing suicide","description":"Relative to preventing suicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5081","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4186","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1280033,"bill_number":"H4192","title":"Relative to military family support and unemployment transformation","description":"Relative to military family support and unemployment transformation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4840","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4192","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1280267,"bill_number":"H4193","title":"Relative to the historic curatorship program in the town of Hamilton","description":"Relative to the historic curatorship program in the town of Hamilton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 174 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4193","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1280366,"bill_number":"S2408","title":"Relative to uniform HIPAA standards","description":"For legislation relative to uniform HIPAA standards. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2547","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2408","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1280368,"bill_number":"S2406","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Ipswich to make it gender neutral and to further regulate town operations","description":"Relative to gender neutral redraft of the town charter of Ipswich (Senate, No. 1203).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2020-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2406","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1280375,"bill_number":"H4196","title":"Modernizing tobacco control","description":"House bill No. 4183, as changed by the","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4196","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1280377,"bill_number":"H4201","title":"Amending the tax deduction for medical, dental and other expenses","description":"Relative to the income tax deduction for medical, dental and other expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4201","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":1280380,"bill_number":"H4199","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Karlene Derozier, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Karlene Derozier, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4199","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1280384,"bill_number":"H4200","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Racquel Cardoza, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Racquel Cardoza, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4200","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":1280386,"bill_number":"H4202","title":"Relative to the bulk purchase of Epinephrine Auto-Injectors","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the bulk purchase of epinephrine auto-injectors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-07","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4202","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1280400,"bill_number":"H4197","title":"Authorizing the town of Groton to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"That the town of Groton be authorized to grant two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises and three additional licenses 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":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4809","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4197","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1280409,"bill_number":"H4198","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Greenfield to lease a certain parcel of land","description":"That the city known as the town of Greenfield be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land on Leyden Road in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4198","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1280428,"bill_number":"H4194","title":"Designating certain areas of the World War II Memorial in the city of Boston in memory of Edward J. Morrissey, John J. Mullen and Joseph P. Murphy","description":"Designating certain areas of the World War II Memorial in the city of Boston in memory of Edward J. Morrissey, John J. Mullen and Joseph P. Murphy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4194","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1280458,"bill_number":"H4195","title":"Establishing a memorial bench in Pope John Paul II Park in the city of Boston in memory of Robert M.”Bobby” Mudge","description":"Establishing a memorial bench in Pope John Paul II Park in the city of Boston in memory of Robert M.”Bobby” Mudge","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 175 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4195","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1280467,"bill_number":"S2407","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"See H4196","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2407","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1280487,"bill_number":"S2405","title":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Michael D. Brady (pursuant to Senate Order – Senate, No. 2280)","description":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Michael D. Brady (pursuant to Senate Order – Senate, No. 2280)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2405","sponsor":"Ethics"},
{"bill_id":1280489,"bill_number":"S2399","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation relative to student sex education,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2399).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2459","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2399","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1280897,"bill_number":"S2410","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see  Roll Call #150 [36 YEAS - 4 NAYS]","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2410","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1280912,"bill_number":"H4205","title":"Authorizing David Mottor to purchase creditable service from the Easthampton Contributory Retirement Board","description":"By Mr. Carey of Easthampton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 7B) of Daniel R. Carey and others that David Mottor be authorized to purchase creditable service from the Easthampton Contributory Retirement Board in the city of Easthampton for certain military service. Public Service. [Local Approval Required.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4205","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1280917,"bill_number":"H4203","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving (House, No. 3793, amended), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4203).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4203","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1280922,"bill_number":"H4182","title":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","description":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4894","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4182","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1280927,"bill_number":"H4207","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Woburn as the Angelo Piazza Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge on Salem Street in the city of Woburn as the Angelo Piazza bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4207","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1280932,"bill_number":"S2404","title":"Promoting healthy soils for reducing greenhouse gases and the effects of climate change in the commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislation to promote healthy soils and agricultural innovation,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2404).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2404","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1280938,"bill_number":"H4206","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Woburn as the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge on New Boston Street in the city of Woburn as the Vietnam Veterans memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 202 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4206","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1280949,"bill_number":"S2401","title":"Protecting injured workers","description":"For legislation to protect injured workers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2401).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2401","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1280955,"bill_number":"H4209","title":"Expanding the exemption for residential property in the town of Truro","description":"That the town of Truro be authorized to expand the exemption for residential property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 283 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4209","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1280965,"bill_number":"H4015","title":"Designating a certain playground in the city of Chelsea as the Jack W. Fraser Memorial Playground","description":"Designating a certain playground in the city of Chelsea as the Jack W. Fraser Memorial Playground","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4015","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1280969,"bill_number":"H4208","title":"Authorizing the town of Truro to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"That the town of Truro be authorized to establish a real estate transfer fee upon the transfer of certain property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4208","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1280974,"bill_number":"S2398","title":"To establish food allergy plans","description":"For legislation to establish food allergy plans,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2398).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2398","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1280985,"bill_number":"H4204","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Richard Farnham, an employee of Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Richard Farnham, an employee of Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4204","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1281021,"bill_number":"H4210","title":"Relative to children’s health and wellness","description":"Relative to children’s health and wellness (House, No. 4012, amended), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4210)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4210","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1281384,"bill_number":"S2409","title":"Relative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparency","description":"Relative to pharmaceutical access, costs and transparency (being the text of Senate document number 2397, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2409","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1283030,"bill_number":"S2413","title":"To provide criminal justice reform protections to all prisoners in segregated confinement","description":"For legislation to provide criminal justice reform protections to all prisoners in segregated confinement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2687","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2413","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1283376,"bill_number":"H4214","title":"Providing for the renaming of the board of selectmen to select board in the town of West Boylston","description":"That the town of West Boylston be authorized to rename the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 213 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4214","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1284239,"bill_number":"S2414","title":"Relative to emergency lighting in senior housing","description":"For legislation relative to emergency lighting in senior housing. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-08-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2414","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1284277,"bill_number":"H4211","title":"To improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs","description":"To improve patient access to cancer clinical trial programs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-19","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4211","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1284317,"bill_number":"H4212","title":"Clarifying the application of judicial retirement law","description":"Clarifying the application of judicial retirement law","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4212","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1284357,"bill_number":"H4215","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shannon Ondras, an employee of the Executive Office of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shannon Ondras, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2019-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4215","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1284376,"bill_number":"S2416","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in insurance on the basis of having a naloxone prescription","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance on the basis of having a naloxone prescription. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2543","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2416","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1284397,"bill_number":"S2415","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elliot Brown, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elliot Brown, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2415","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1284417,"bill_number":"H4216","title":"Designating a park at the crest of Winthrop Beach as the Richard Honan Park","description":"By Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Robert A. DeLeo and Joseph A. Boncore that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to designate a certain park at Winthrop Beach as the Richard Honan park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and order to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4216/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4216","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1284438,"bill_number":"H4213","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land","description":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-11-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4225","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4213","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1284478,"bill_number":"H4217","title":"Relative to the expansion of the Boston convention and exhibition center","description":"Relative to the expansion of the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5133","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4217/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4217","sponsor":"David Biele"},
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{"bill_id":1284584,"bill_number":"H4220","title":"Authorizing the licensing authority of the city of Woburn to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"That the city of Woburn be authorized to grant seven additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and four additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4338","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4220","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1284590,"bill_number":"H4221","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4775","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4221","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1284605,"bill_number":"H4219","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Peabody","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Peabody","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 240 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4219","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284611,"bill_number":"H4222","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Chelmsford to change the name of the board of selectmen to select board","description":"That the town of Chelmsford be authorized to rename the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 164 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4222","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1284617,"bill_number":"S2417","title":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","description":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments (Senate, No. 2302), - reported, in part, a bill with the same title (Senate, No. 2417).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2417","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284622,"bill_number":"H4218","title":"Regarding breakfast after the bell","description":"Regarding breakfast after the bell","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4218","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284694,"bill_number":"H4225","title":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land","description":"Authorizing the city of Lowell to transfer and have air rights over certain parcels of park and state land","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4225","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284698,"bill_number":"H4224","title":"Authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"Authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2019","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4224","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284706,"bill_number":"S2418","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"See H4132","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2418","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1284717,"bill_number":"H4226","title":"Modernizing tobacco control","description":"Text of further amendment (Representatives Gregoire of Marlborough and Mahoney of Worcester) to the Senate amendments of the House Bill modernizing tobacco control (House, No. 4196, published as amended). November 20, 2019.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4196","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4226","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1284718,"bill_number":"S2420","title":"Modernizing tobacco control","description":"Modernizing tobacco control","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"See H4196","last_action_date":"2019-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2420","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1284777,"bill_number":"S2419","title":"Authorizing removing an easement interest in a certain portion of parkland located at 0 Elm Street in the City of Fitchburg from the protection of Article 97 of the Constitution","description":"For legislation to authorize removing an easement interest in a certain portion of parkland located at 0 Elm Street in the City of Fitchburg from the protection of Article 97 of the Constitution. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-11-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2693","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2419","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1284797,"bill_number":"S2421","title":"Further defining the purposes of the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville","description":"For legislation to further defining the purposes of the affordable housing trust in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2421","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1285106,"bill_number":"H4227","title":"To preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors","description":"To preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4227","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":1285137,"bill_number":"H4228","title":"Relative to fail first and patient safety","description":"Relative to fail first and patient safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4228","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":1285342,"bill_number":"H4229","title":"Relative to boater safety to be known as the David Hanson Act","description":"Relative to boater safety to be known as the David Hanson Act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4229","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1285402,"bill_number":"S2423","title":"Allowing humane transportation of K9 partners aka Nero's law","description":"For legislation to allow humane transportation of K9 partners aka Nero's law (Senate, No. 2423).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2423","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1285440,"bill_number":"H4233","title":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human service workers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4233","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285446,"bill_number":"H4231","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of person with disabilities","description":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of person with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-11-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4231","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285456,"bill_number":"H4232","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4232","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285479,"bill_number":"H4230","title":"Providing for the care and transportation of police dogs injured in the line of duty","description":"Providing for the care and transportation of police dogs injured in the line of duty","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4230","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1285497,"bill_number":"S2424","title":"Relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2663","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2424","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1285535,"bill_number":"S2425","title":"Relative to emergency insulin access","description":"For legislation relative to emergency insulin access. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2613","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2425","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1285552,"bill_number":"H4235","title":"Relative to Westford Home Rule Charter","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to rename the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 207 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4235","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1285556,"bill_number":"S2422","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"Relative to plastic bag reduction (being the text of Senate, No. 2410, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-11-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2422","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1285585,"bill_number":"H4234","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to grant two additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Westford be authorized to grant two additional licenses 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":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4339","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4234","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1285629,"bill_number":"H4236","title":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","description":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4236","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285634,"bill_number":"H4237","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shannon Ondras, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4215). November 27, 2019.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4237","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1285644,"bill_number":"H4238","title":"To improve and modernize the information technology systems and capacities of the judiciary","description":"Relative to the information technology systems and capacities of the judiciary. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4829","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4238","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":1285648,"bill_number":"S2431","title":"To ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff on the campuses of state colleges, community colleges and state universities","description":"For legislation to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff on the campuses of state colleges, community colleges and state universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-09-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2431","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1285653,"bill_number":"S2432","title":"To provide for a study of noise impacts from the confluence of Interstate 495 and Route 28","description":"For legislation to provide for a study of noise impacts from the confluence of Interstate 495 and Route 28. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2432","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1285699,"bill_number":"S2426","title":"Relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation relative to an agricultural healthy incentives program. (Senate, No. 2426).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2426","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285706,"bill_number":"S2429","title":"Relative to fair pay for comparable work","description":"For legislation relative to fair pay for comparable work. (Senate, No. 2429).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2429","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285710,"bill_number":"S2427","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. (Senate, No. 2427).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on Senate Ways and Means) adopted","last_action_date":"2020-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2427","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285717,"bill_number":"S2430","title":"Preserving special needs trusts for disabled seniors","description":"For legislation to preserve special needs trusts for disabled seniors. (Senate, No. 2430).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2430","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":1285720,"bill_number":"S2428","title":"Relative to a loan repayment program for human service workers","description":"For legislation relative to creating a loan repayment program for human service workers.. (Senate, No. 2428).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2428","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1285748,"bill_number":"H4239","title":"Creating a special commission to study the participation of minority business enterprises and women business enterprises in public construction projects","description":"Creating a special commission to study the participation of minority business enterprises and women business enterprises in public construction projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4239","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1285762,"bill_number":"H4240","title":"Authorizing the town of Leicester to continue the employment of Paul S. Doray","description":"That the town of Leicester be authorized to continue the employment of Paul S. Doray, a member of the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4240","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1286429,"bill_number":"S2434","title":"Precepts to fill vacancy in the Plymouth and Barnstable senatorial district","description":"Relative to setting the date for a special election to fill the vacancy in the Plymouth and Barnstable senatorial district.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2434","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":1286669,"bill_number":"S2433","title":"Relative to step therapy and patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to step therapy and patient safety. (Senate, No. 2433).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-12-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2843","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2433","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":1286865,"bill_number":"H4241","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Watertown to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city known as the town of Watertown be authorized to grant fifteen 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":"2020-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4241","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":1286866,"bill_number":"H4242","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Plymouth","description":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Plymouth. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4242","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1287083,"bill_number":"H4243","title":"Authorizing the town of Reading to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Reading be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4243","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1287097,"bill_number":"S2435","title":"Relative to safety at public events","description":"For legislation relative to safety at public events. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-09-16","last_action":"Referred in non-concurrence to the committee on the Judiciary","last_action_date":"2019-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2435","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1287807,"bill_number":"H4244","title":"Relative to the town of Mattapoisett","description":"That the town of Mattapoisett be authorized to assess certain solar or wind systems. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 357 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4244","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1287820,"bill_number":"H4245","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones within the city of Salem","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones within said city. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4245","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1288160,"bill_number":"S2437","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Aurora Wilber, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Aurora Wilber, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2437","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1288209,"bill_number":"H4246","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","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 the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4132, published as amended), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4246).","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2019-12-13","last_action":"Sections returned with disapprovals (see sections 8, 9, 38 and 100) referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4246","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1288249,"bill_number":"H4247","title":"Relative to partition fences","description":"Relative to the maintenance of partition fences. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5127","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4247","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1288255,"bill_number":"S2436","title":"Precepts to fill vacancy in the Second Hampden and Hampshire senatorial district","description":"Relative to setting the date for a special election to fill the vacancy in the Second Hampden and Hampshire senatorial district.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-11","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2436","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":1288259,"bill_number":"H4248","title":"Authorizing Old Rochester Regional School District to enter into renewable energy agreements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Old Rochester Regional School District to enter into renewable energy agreements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4435","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4248","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":1288262,"bill_number":"H4251","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Karyn Buckley, an employee of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Karyn Buckley, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4251","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1288267,"bill_number":"H4250","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amy Glidden, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amy Glidden, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4250","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":1288274,"bill_number":"H4249","title":"Relative to automobile and motorcycle accidents","description":"Relative to the identification of persons involved in automobile and motorcycle accidents by news media organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5037","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4249","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1291695,"bill_number":"H4252","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of sections 8, 9, 38 and 100 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2019 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 4246).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"See H4246","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1291704,"bill_number":"S2438","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"See H4176","last_action_date":"2019-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2438","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1291761,"bill_number":"H4254","title":"Authorizing the town of Plainfield to continue the employment of Fire Chief David Alvord","description":"That the town of Plainfield be authorized to continue the employment of fire chief David Alvord. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4855","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4254/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4254","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1292314,"bill_number":"H4257","title":"Relative to the cancellation of physical fitness services","description":"Relative to the cancellation of certain physical fitness services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4459","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4257/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4257","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1292321,"bill_number":"S2439","title":"Relative to wind and solar systems within the town of Mattapoisett","description":"That the town of Mattapoisett be authorized to assess certain solar or wind systems. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2439","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1292331,"bill_number":"H4259","title":"Authorizing the state retirement board to retire Jamie J. Magarian, a uniformed member of the Department of State Police at the regular rate of compensation","description":"For legislation to direct the State Retirement Board to retire Jamie J. Magarian, a member of the Department of State Police, at the regular rate of compensation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4441","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4259/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4259","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1292339,"bill_number":"H4258","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Leah Reed, an employee of the Department Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Leah Reed, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4258/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4258","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1292365,"bill_number":"H4260","title":"Establishing plastic pollution action day in the commonwealth","description":"By Ms. Decker of Cambridge, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Marjorie C. Decker for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate September 14 as plastic pollution action day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-28","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4260/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4260","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1292378,"bill_number":"H4261","title":"Relative to municipal energy plans","description":"For legislation to enhance certified municipal energy plans. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4405","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4261/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4261","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1292388,"bill_number":"H4253","title":"Establishing additional powers for municipal light boards","description":"Establishing additional powers for municipal light boards","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2019-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4253/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4253","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1292415,"bill_number":"H4256","title":"Establishing an interagency PFAS task force","description":"Establishing an interagency PFAS task force","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4256/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4256","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1292427,"bill_number":"S2442","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Aronosky, an employee of the Worcester County House of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Aronosky, an employee of the Worcester County House of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2442","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1292431,"bill_number":"S2440","title":"Relative to local housing authority board member elections","description":"Relative to local housing authority board member elections","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2440","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1292444,"bill_number":"H4255","title":"Establishing a statewide financial literacy program special commission","description":"Establishing a statewide financial literacy program special commission","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4255/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4255","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1292460,"bill_number":"S2441","title":"Relative to ethics in organ transplants","description":"For legislation relative to ethics in organ transplants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-08-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2803","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2441","sponsor":"Joseph Boncore"},
{"bill_id":1292895,"bill_number":"H4262","title":"Relative to housing reform","description":"Relative to housing reform","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4262/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4262","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1292918,"bill_number":"H4273","title":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Weston","description":"Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Weston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4273/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4273","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1292931,"bill_number":"H4263","title":"To promote housing choices","description":"To promote housing choices","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4263/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4263","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1292947,"bill_number":"S2445","title":"Repealing Chapter 46 of the Acts of Two Thousand and Seventeen, wherein certain parcels of land in the city of Lowell were transferred for the construction of a high school","description":"For legislation to repeal Chapter 46 of the Acts of Two Thousand and Seventeen, wherein certain parcels of land in the city of Lowell were transferred for the construction of a high school. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2636","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2445/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2445","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1292985,"bill_number":"S2444","title":"Exempting Matthew M. Clancy from Section 91 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws","description":"For legislation to exempt Matthew M. Clancy from Section 91 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2545","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2444","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1293013,"bill_number":"H4272","title":"Concerning horse racing within the town of Great Barrington","description":"Relative to horse racing within the town of Great Barrington. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4272/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4272","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1293024,"bill_number":"H4270","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4340","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4270/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4270","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1293038,"bill_number":"H4271","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine to be drunk on premises","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5068","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4271/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4271","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1293066,"bill_number":"H4275","title":"Quantifying the SPED Gap by comparing actual special education costs to current special education assistance","description":"Relative to special education costs in public school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5159","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4275/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4275","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1293101,"bill_number":"H4274","title":"Further defining eligibility for medical use marijuana","description":"For legislation to further regulate eligibility for medical use marijuana. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5051","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4274/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4274","sponsor":"Michael Soter"},
{"bill_id":1293251,"bill_number":"H4268","title":"To create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council","description":"To create a Massachusetts rare disease advisory council","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4268/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4268","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293252,"bill_number":"H4269","title":"Relative to dental licensing exams","description":"Relative to dental licensing exams","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4269/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4269","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293253,"bill_number":"H4277","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to convert the use of park land at DeBerry Park for a new DeBerry and Homer Street Elementary School and to replace it with additional park land in the city of Springfield","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to convert the use of park land at DeBerry Park for a new DeBerry and Homer Street elementary school and to replace it with additional park land in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4277/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4277","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1293254,"bill_number":"H4279","title":"Creating a medal of loyalty for families of veterans","description":"For legislation to establish a medal of loyalty for the next of kin of certain service members who died in service while in the line of duty or who died as a result of wounds received in service while in the line of duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5007","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4279/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4279","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1293255,"bill_number":"H4265","title":"To assure informed consent for pelvic examinations of anesthetized or unconscious patients","description":"To assure informed consent for pelvic examinations of anesthetized or unconscious patients","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4265/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4265","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293256,"bill_number":"H4266","title":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations","description":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4266/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4266","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293257,"bill_number":"H4264","title":"Relative to environmental justice in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to environmental justice in the commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4264/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4264","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1293258,"bill_number":"H4278","title":"Relative to establishing and implementing a Food and Health Pilot Program","description":"Relative to establishing and implementing a food and health pilot program for certain MassHealth enrollees diagnosed with diet-related health conditions. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4278/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4278","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1293259,"bill_number":"H4267","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"Regulating central service technicians","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4267/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4267","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293552,"bill_number":"H4280","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Children and Families to establish an electronic repository of foster youths educational records. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4280/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4280","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1293556,"bill_number":"S2448","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"For legislation relative to dentistry licensure examinations,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2448).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2448/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2448","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293571,"bill_number":"S2446","title":"An Act relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations","description":"Relative to agricultural commission input on board of health regulations,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2446).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 321 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2446","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293577,"bill_number":"S2451","title":"Relative to creditable service for Lisa Emma, a member of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for Lisa Emma, a member of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-11-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2451/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2451","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1293589,"bill_number":"S2449","title":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","description":"For legislation to expand access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property; and (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Natalie M. Blais and others relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2449).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2449","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293599,"bill_number":"H4281","title":"Protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation","description":"Relative to financial exploitation of certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4281/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4281","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1293604,"bill_number":"S2447","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate central service technicians,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2447).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2447/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2447","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1293609,"bill_number":"S2450","title":"To reduce disposable plastic straw waste","description":"For legislation to reduce disposable plastic straw waste; of David M. Rogers and others relative to restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws; and of Keely O'Gorman relative to the use and distribution of single-use plastic straws,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2448).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2450","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1293647,"bill_number":"H4283","title":"Relative to the town treasurer, town tax collector, and town clerk of the town of Chester","description":"That the town of Chester be authorized to convert the positions of town treasurer, town tax collector, and town clerk from elected positions to appointed positions. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4283/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4283","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1293667,"bill_number":"H4282","title":"Enhancing flexibility for event licensing in the town of Foxborough","description":"Enhancing flexibility for event licensing in the town of Foxborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4282/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4282","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1293735,"bill_number":"H4276","title":"To preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018","description":"To preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-12-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4925","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4276/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4276","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1294195,"bill_number":"S2443","title":"Relative to housing reform","description":"For legislation relative to housing reform. (Senate, No. 2443).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2019-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2443","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1294340,"bill_number":"S2454","title":"Relative to college athlete compensation","description":"For legislation relative to college athlete compensation. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2541","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2454","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1294361,"bill_number":"S2456","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kathleen J. Richard, an employee of the department of correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kathleen J. Richard, an employee of the department of correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2456/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2456","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1294372,"bill_number":"S2455","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alison Neas, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alison Neas, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-02-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2455","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1294401,"bill_number":"H4284","title":"Providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in mobile home park accommodations in the town of Plainville","description":"Relative to rent regulation and the control of evictions in mobile home park accommodations in the town of Plainville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5089","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4284/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4284","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":1294423,"bill_number":"S2453","title":"Relative to establishing and implementing a Food and Health Pilot Program","description":"For legislation relative to establishing and implementing a Food and Health Pilot Program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2772","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2453","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1294452,"bill_number":"S2457","title":"Relative to sealing of records pursuant to Section 100C of Chapter 276","description":"For legislation relative to sealing of records pursuant to Section 100C of Chapter 276. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2457","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
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{"bill_id":1295238,"bill_number":"S2452","title":"Establishing a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2452).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-01-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2945","last_action_date":"2020-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2452/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2452","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1295721,"bill_number":"H4285","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-06","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4508","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4285/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1300232,"bill_number":"S2462","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Capone, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jennifer Capone, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2462","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1300249,"bill_number":"H4288","title":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grand additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Somerset be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4753","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4288/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4288","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1300300,"bill_number":"H4303","title":"Initiative Petition for a Law relative to the sale of beer and wine by food stores","description":"Initiative Petition for a Law relative to the sale of beer and wine by food stores","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-09","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 02/10/2020 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2020-02-04","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4303/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1300322,"bill_number":"H4302","title":"To Enhance, Update and Protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law","description":"To Enhance, Update and Protect the 2013 Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Law","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-09","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 01/13/2020 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2020-01-10","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4302/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1300374,"bill_number":"H4301","title":"Initiative Petition for a law to implement ranked-choice voting in elections","description":"Initiative Petition for a law to implement ranked-choice voting in elections","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-09","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4301/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4301","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1300394,"bill_number":"S2461","title":"Banning marijuana billboards","description":"For legislation to ban marijuana billboards. Cannabis Policy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-16","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2461","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
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{"bill_id":1300499,"bill_number":"S2458","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Walpole","description":"For legislation to amend the charter for the town of Walpole. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-01-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2807","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2458","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1301459,"bill_number":"S2459","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth (Senate, No. 2399),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2459).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2475","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2459","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1301556,"bill_number":"S2460","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-10","last_action":"See H4218","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2460","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1302659,"bill_number":"H4289","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates and parking fines during certain declared emergencies","description":"Authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates and parking fines during certain declared emergencies","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4289/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4289","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1302688,"bill_number":"H4290","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws","description":"Modernizing the credit union laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4290/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4290","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1302728,"bill_number":"H4304","title":"Establishing adequate funding for residents of Massachusetts nursing homes","description":"Establishing adequate funding for residents of Massachusetts nursing homes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 01/28/2020 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2020-01-22","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4304/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1302761,"bill_number":"H4294","title":"Relative to the edible crab fishery","description":"Relative to the closed season on edible crabs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4294/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4294","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1302795,"bill_number":"S2464","title":"To modernize property tax abatements for veterans","description":"For legislation to modernize property tax abatements for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably as changed and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2464","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1302841,"bill_number":"H4295","title":"Prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination based on natural hairstyles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4828","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4295/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4295","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":1302908,"bill_number":"S2465","title":"Quantifying the SPED Gap by comparing actual special education costs to current special education assistance","description":"For legislation to quantify the SPED Gap by comparing actual special education costs to current special education assistance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2538","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2465","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
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{"bill_id":1309161,"bill_number":"H4293","title":"Concerning disposable menstrual products in schools","description":"Concerning disposable menstrual products in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-15","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4293/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4293","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1309217,"bill_number":"H4291","title":"Ensuring high quality early education","description":"Ensuring high quality early education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4291/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4291","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
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{"bill_id":1310639,"bill_number":"S2469","title":"Advancing reform within the Massachusetts State Police","description":"Advancing reform within the Massachusetts State Police","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2469","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1310725,"bill_number":"H4314","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michael A. Daigle, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michael A. Daigle, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4321","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4314/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4314","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1310814,"bill_number":"H4313","title":"To protect the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees","description":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4801","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4313/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4313","sponsor":"David Biele"},
{"bill_id":1310901,"bill_number":"H4315","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan Edwards, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Edwards, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4315/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4315","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1310987,"bill_number":"S2468","title":"Revoking the town of Longmeadow’s acceptance of a certain general law establishing a board of election commissioners","description":"For legislation to revoke the town of Longmeadow’s acceptance of a certain general law establishing a board of election commissioners. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2468","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1313538,"bill_number":"S2466","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2466).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2466","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1313668,"bill_number":"S2467","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2467).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefore a new draft, see S2596 and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2467","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1313787,"bill_number":"S2463","title":"Protecting research animals","description":"For legislation to protect research animals; of Michelle M. DuBois and others relative to the adoption of certain research animals and of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the adoption of certain research animals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2463).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2463","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1315603,"bill_number":"H4316","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 2019 compared with such index for the year 2018. Public Service","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2019 compared with such index for the year 2018. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-01-23","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4316/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4316","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1315670,"bill_number":"H4297","title":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of CSST","description":"Relative to the proper bonding and grounding of CSST","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4297/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4297","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":1315752,"bill_number":"H4311","title":"Relative to regulating the septic industry","description":"Relative to regulating the septic industry","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4311/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4311","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315764,"bill_number":"H4300","title":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","description":"Relative to Lottery compliance investigations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4300/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4300","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315788,"bill_number":"H4312","title":"Authorizing the town of Hanover to grant 13 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Hanover to grant 13 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 162 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4312/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4312","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315804,"bill_number":"H4318","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the 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 premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4557","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4318/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4318","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1315823,"bill_number":"H4320","title":"In relation to the Town of Milford authorizing the hiring of a Chief of Police","description":"Relative to the hiring of a chief of police in the town of Milford. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 311 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4320/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4320","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1315834,"bill_number":"H4307","title":"Relative to negative equity","description":"Relative to negative equity","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read third, amended and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4307/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4307","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315855,"bill_number":"S2472","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Fall River","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey an easement in certain land in the city of Fall River. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2780","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2472","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1315883,"bill_number":"H4306","title":"Relative to refrigeration technicians","description":"Relative to refrigeration technicians","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4306/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4306","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315892,"bill_number":"H4298","title":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","description":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4298/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4298","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1315918,"bill_number":"S2471","title":"Relative to youth voter engagement","description":"For legislation relative to youth voter engagement. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-04","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2471","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1315984,"bill_number":"H4319","title":"Authorizing the town of Hopkinton to remove certain land from a conservation restriction","description":"That the town of Hopkinton be authorized to remove certain land in said town from a conservation restriction. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4319/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4319","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1315992,"bill_number":"H4305","title":"Relative to Keno licenses","description":"Relative to Keno licenses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4305/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4305","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":1320512,"bill_number":"H4330","title":"Exempting the city of Northampton from appointing weighers of hay, weighers of coal, and fence viewers","description":"That the city of Northampton be exempt from appointing weighers of hay, weighers of coal, and fence viewers in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 172 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4330/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4330","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
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{"bill_id":1320561,"bill_number":"S2480","title":"Permitting familial searching and partial DNA matches in investigating certain unsolved crimes","description":"For legislation to permit familial searching and partial DNA matches in investigating certain unsolved crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2480","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
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{"bill_id":1320643,"bill_number":"H4328","title":"Authorizing the town of Norwood to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to the Skating Club of Boston","description":"That the town of Norwood be authorized to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to the Skating Club of Boston. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-27","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4328/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4328","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1320657,"bill_number":"S2481","title":"To create a deposit for glass wine and liquor bottles","description":"For legislation to create a deposit for glass wine and liquor bottles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-12","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":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2481","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1321251,"bill_number":"H4331","title":"Establishing memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty","description":"By Mr. Driscoll of Milton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William J. Driscoll, Jr., that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be directed to establish memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4331/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4331","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1323549,"bill_number":"S2485","title":"Communication from the Human Resources Division of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (under the provisions of Section 61A of Chapter 31 and Section 5(3)(e) of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) submitting revisions to regulations for initial hire medical and physical fitness standards tests of municipal public safety personnel","description":"Communication from the Human Resources Division of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance (under the provisions of Section 61A of Chapter 31 and Section 5(3)(e) of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) submitting revisions to regulations for initial hire medical and physical fitness standards tests of municipal public safety personnel","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2485/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1324696,"bill_number":"H4333","title":"Authorizing the city of Amesbury to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Amesbury to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4333/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4333","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324706,"bill_number":"H4325","title":"Economic development","description":"Relativerelative to Economic development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4325/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4325","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":1324725,"bill_number":"H4339","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to grant two additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Westford to grant two additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 181 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4339/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4339","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324742,"bill_number":"H4335","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Boston to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4549","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4335/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4335","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324746,"bill_number":"H4336","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to Super Sumit, Inc","description":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to Super Sumit, Inc","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4336/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4336","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324773,"bill_number":"H4346","title":"Authorizing the town of Mashpee to convey certain town owned conservation land to Mark and Donna Lopez","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4191). January 30, 2020.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4346/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4346","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1324780,"bill_number":"H4324","title":"Zoning and planning","description":"Relativerelative to Zoning/Planning.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4324/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4324","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":1324794,"bill_number":"H4350","title":"Providing for the city of Lowell municipal elections","description":"Relative to municipal elections in the city of Lowell. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 225 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4350/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4350","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":1324815,"bill_number":"H4340","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4993","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4340/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4340","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324826,"bill_number":"H4332","title":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","description":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4332/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4332","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324840,"bill_number":"H4323","title":"Economic development","description":"Relativerelative to Economic Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4323/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4323","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
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{"bill_id":1324896,"bill_number":"H4337","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to 1044 Main Street Clinton LLC","description":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to 1044 Main Street Clinton LLC","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 161 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4337/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4337","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1324907,"bill_number":"H4334","title":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4334/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4334","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1325049,"bill_number":"H4338","title":"Authorizing the licensing authority of the city of Woburn to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","description":"Authorizing the licensing authority of the city of Woburn to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4338/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4338","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1326021,"bill_number":"S2497","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to establish the date of its annual town election","description":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to establish the date of its annual town election","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2497/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1326044,"bill_number":"H4354","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Accompanied H5243","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4354/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4354","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1326535,"bill_number":"S2496","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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 preventing suicide, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2496).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2496","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1326553,"bill_number":"H4349","title":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities","description":"Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4349/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4349","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1326558,"bill_number":"H4348","title":"Relative to the best practices for ensuring the safety of blind persons","description":"Relative to the best practices for ensuring the safety of blind persons","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4348/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4348","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1326587,"bill_number":"H4358","title":"Placing the Appalachian Mountain Club Ponkapoag Cabins in the historic curatorship program","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William C. Galvin, Walter F. Timilty and William J. Driscoll, Jr., that the Appalachian Mountain Club Ponkapoag Cabins at Blue Hills Reservation in the town of Randolph be placed in the historic curatorship program within the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4358/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4358","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1326595,"bill_number":"H4359","title":"Establishing a distinctive registration plate for Medal of Liberty recipients","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to issue distinctive registration plates for Medal of Liberty recipients. Transportation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4359/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4359","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1326604,"bill_number":"S2482","title":"Relative to improving access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder","description":"For legislation to improve access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2482).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2864","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2482/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2482","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1326617,"bill_number":"H4362","title":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to use certain park land in said city for combined sewer overflow control purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to acquire land from The West Lynn National Little League Inc., and to authorize the Lynn Water and Sewer Commission to use certain park land for combined sewer overflow control. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4362/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4362","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1326626,"bill_number":"S2484","title":"To protect innovation and entrepreneurship in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to bad faith assertions of patent infringement; and of Lori A. Ehrlich, Eric P. Lesser and others relative to assertions of patent infringement made in bad faith,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2484).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2484","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1326655,"bill_number":"H4347","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4347/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4347","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1326668,"bill_number":"H4360","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Sandwich as the Commander Francis T. Williams & Sandwich Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Randy Hunt that a certain bridge in the town of Sandwich on state Route 6A be designated as the Commander Francis T. Williams and Sandwich veterans memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4360/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4360","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
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{"bill_id":1326713,"bill_number":"S2483","title":"Regarding raw milk","description":"For legislation relative to raw milk,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2483).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2483","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
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{"bill_id":1326731,"bill_number":"H4361","title":"Relative to marijuana horticultural clarification","description":"Relative to tax assessments of certain horticultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-04-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5027","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4361/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4361","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
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{"bill_id":1326773,"bill_number":"H4365","title":"Authorizing the Town of Lunenburg to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages on the premises to Lanni Orchards","description":"That the town of Lunenburg be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises to Lanni Orchards. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4644","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4365/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4365","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
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{"bill_id":1332845,"bill_number":"H4398","title":"Relative to host community agreements","description":"House bill No. 4367, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. February 5, 2020.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-05","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2800","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4398/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1332865,"bill_number":"H4603","title":"Relative to statewide grand juries","description":"Relative to statewide grand juries","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 146 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4603","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1332891,"bill_number":"H4388","title":"Making the charter of the Town of Sudbury gender neutral","description":"That the town of Sudbury be authorized to make the charter of said town gender neutral. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 245 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4388/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4388","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1332929,"bill_number":"H4602","title":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","description":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4602","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1332950,"bill_number":"S2517","title":"Horse racing and wagering","description":"Relativerelative horse racing and wagering.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2517","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1332972,"bill_number":"S2516","title":"Sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of sports and entertainment tickets.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2516","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1332991,"bill_number":"H4397","title":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","description":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4397/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4397","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1333063,"bill_number":"S2499","title":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE)","description":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE (being the text of Senate, No. 2478, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2499/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1333222,"bill_number":"S2498","title":"To accelerate the transition of cars, trucks and buses to carbon-free power","description":"To accelerate the transition of cars, trucks and buses to carbon-free power","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1334083,"bill_number":"H4601","title":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth to be known as the James Ward Act","description":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth to be known as the James Ward Act","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4601","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1334110,"bill_number":"H4375","title":"Relative to offenses while driving on a suspended license","description":"Relative to offenses while driving on a suspended license","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4375/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4375","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1334117,"bill_number":"H4604","title":"Relative to expunged records","description":"Relative to expunged records","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4604","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1334151,"bill_number":"S2500","title":"Setting next-generation climate policy","description":"Setting next-generation climate policy","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"For report, see S2995","last_action_date":"2021-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2500/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1334467,"bill_number":"H4406","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to improve the safety of transportation network company vehicles operating in Cambridge","description":"Relative to transportation network company vehicles operating in the city of Cambridge. Financial Services. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday December 29, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4406/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4406","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1334476,"bill_number":"H4407","title":"Amending the Medal of Liberty","description":"Relative to eligibility for the Medal of Liberty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-27","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4407/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4407","sponsor":"Brian Murray"},
{"bill_id":1334496,"bill_number":"H4609","title":"Relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal","description":"Relative to the misrepresentation of a service animal","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4609","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1334517,"bill_number":"H4410","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for a certain employee of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jessica Renehan, also known as Jessica Abar, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4410/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4410","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1334550,"bill_number":"S2523","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Richard G. Perry, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Richard G. Perry, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2523","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1334568,"bill_number":"S2522","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marie Romelus, an employee of the Center for Health Information and Analysis","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marie Romelus, an employee of the Center for Health Information and Analysis. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2522","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1334597,"bill_number":"H4610","title":"Relative to duck hunting in densely populated areas","description":"Relative to duck hunting in densely populated areas","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4610","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1334631,"bill_number":"H4404","title":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning veterans and federal affairs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4404/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4404","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1334732,"bill_number":"H4403","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H639","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4403/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4403","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":1334784,"bill_number":"S2521","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michelle Ceurvels, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michelle Ceurvels, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2019-09-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2521","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1334803,"bill_number":"H4405","title":"JR10 Study Order","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":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H2881","last_action_date":"2020-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4405/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4405","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1334812,"bill_number":"H4408","title":"Designating a certain bridge as the Corporal Orie D.W Sampson Jr. Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate the Station Avenue overpass in the town of Yarmouth as the Corporal Orie D.W. Sampson, Jr. memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 354 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4408/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4408","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":1334832,"bill_number":"H4411","title":"Exempting all positions in the city known as the Town of Franklin's fire department from the civil service law","description":"That the city known as the town of Franklin 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4411/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4411","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1334866,"bill_number":"H4402","title":"Allowing the town of Sharon to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Allowing the town of Sharon to grant licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4402/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4402","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1334887,"bill_number":"H4409","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Chelsea","description":"By Mr. Ryan of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Daniel J. Ryan, RoseLee Vincent and Sal N. DiDomenico that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land to the city of Chelsea for conservation and passive recreational purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-10-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4891","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4409/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4409","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1338029,"bill_number":"H4413","title":"Governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the commonwealth","description":"Governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4413/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4413","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1338058,"bill_number":"S2534","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 and professional licensure 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 legislation to establish the licensure of interpreters and oral transliterators for the deaf, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No 2534).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2534/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2534","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1338086,"bill_number":"S2531","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Cannabis Policy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to cannabis policy issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a commission to study the effects of K2 in state prisons, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2531).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2531/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2531","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1338115,"bill_number":"S2527","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to bullying in public housing, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2527).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2527/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2527","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1338140,"bill_number":"S2536","title":"Relative to junior license operators driving family members with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to junior license operators driving family members with disabilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2890","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2536/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2536","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1338159,"bill_number":"S2539","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, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2539) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2844","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2539","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1338187,"bill_number":"S2532","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 children, families and persons with disabilities issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to expungement from central registry, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2532).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S78","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2532/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2532","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1338246,"bill_number":"H4422","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments therefor","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4422/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4422","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1338271,"bill_number":"S2528","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to condominiums, landlord-tenant matters and miscellaneous housing legislation","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to affordable housing in the town of Shrewsbury, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2528).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2528/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2528","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1338302,"bill_number":"S2535","title":"Authorizing the department of revenue to approve a revised tax rate for the city of Taunton for the fiscal year 2020","description":"For legislation to authorize the department of revenue to approve a revised tax rate for the city of Taunton for the fiscal year 2020. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2535","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1338317,"bill_number":"S2533","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 community development and small businesses issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to commission a study on small manufacturing businesses in Massachusetts, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2533).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2533/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2533","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":1338373,"bill_number":"S2525","title":"Relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2525).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2989","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2525/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2525","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":1338473,"bill_number":"S2524","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 and regional government issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to require a parent or guardian who is exempt from property tax to reimburse a child’s school for tuition, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2524).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2524/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2524","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1338504,"bill_number":"H4412","title":"To create the Leo M. Birmingham Parkway Trust Fund","description":"To create the Leo M. Birmingham Parkway Trust Fund","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4926","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4412/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4412","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1338557,"bill_number":"S2526","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to 40B legislation","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2526).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2526","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1340290,"bill_number":"H4414","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4414/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4414","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1340556,"bill_number":"H4415","title":"To study forest management practices","description":"To study forest management practices","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4415/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4415","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1342328,"bill_number":"H4417","title":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","description":"Relative to unmanned aerial systems","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4417/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4417","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1342357,"bill_number":"H4439","title":"Authorizing the City of Medford to utilize funds received from the surrounding community agreement entered into between the City of Medford and Wynn MA LLC for the purposes set forth in the agreement","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to utilize funds received from the surrounding community agreement entered into between said city and Wynn MA LLC for the purposes set forth in the agreement. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4645","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4439/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4439","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1342439,"bill_number":"H4438","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Charlestown section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Charlestown section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 231 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4438/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4438","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":1342493,"bill_number":"S2542","title":"Relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater","description":"Relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater (see Senate, No. 2361, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"See S2361","last_action_date":"2020-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2542/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1342514,"bill_number":"H4442","title":"Relative to the Revere & Son Heritage Trust Corporation","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to establish the Revere & Son Heritage Trust, Inc. and to acquire land for the creation and operation of the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation and Paul Revere Heritage Site in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4834","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4442/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4442","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1343900,"bill_number":"S2546","title":"Addressing barriers to care for mental health","description":"Addressing barriers to care for mental health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2546","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1344739,"bill_number":"H4424","title":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","description":"Ensuring students' access to academic transcripts","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4424/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4424","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1344746,"bill_number":"S2552","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 telecommunications, utilities and energy 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 legislation relative the membership of the Pilgrim Nuclear Decommissioning Advisory Panel, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2552).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2552","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1344767,"bill_number":"S2544","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to grant noncitizen permanent residents in the town of Warwick the right to vote in municipal elections, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2544).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S416","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2544/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2544","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":1344777,"bill_number":"H4421","title":"Relative to early college high schools","description":"Relative to early college high schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4421/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4421","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1344793,"bill_number":"H4433","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Concerning genocide education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4433/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4433","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344802,"bill_number":"S2537","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 and emerging technologies issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to fund the foundation budget review commission, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2537).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2537","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1344823,"bill_number":"H4431","title":"Relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act)","description":"Relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4431/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4431","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344833,"bill_number":"H4423","title":"Relative to advance placement examinations","description":"Relative to advance placement examinations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4423/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4423","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1344849,"bill_number":"H4427","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4427/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4427","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344861,"bill_number":"H4429","title":"To ensure the health and safety of children","description":"To ensure the health and safety of children","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4429/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4429","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344874,"bill_number":"H4419","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4419/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4419","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1344880,"bill_number":"H4426","title":"Relative to carbon monoxide alarms in schools","description":"Relative to carbon monoxide alarms in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4426/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4426","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344907,"bill_number":"S2554","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"SENATE, February 20, 2020 - The committee on Senate Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities (Senate, No. 2427), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2554).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2577","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2554","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1344917,"bill_number":"H4450","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":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H1745","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4450/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4450","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1344924,"bill_number":"S2556","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tracey Pisano, an employee of the trial court of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tracey Pisano, an employee of the trial court of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2556/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2556","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1344938,"bill_number":"S2547","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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 uniform HIPAA standards, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2547).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2547/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2547","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1344949,"bill_number":"S2545","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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 exempt Matthew M. Clancy from Section 91 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2545).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S1477","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2545","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1344958,"bill_number":"H4428","title":"Relative to the training, assessment, and use of qualified school interpreters in educational settings","description":"Relative to the training, assessment, and use of qualified school interpreters in educational settings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4428/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4428","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344982,"bill_number":"H4434","title":"To promote student nutrition","description":"To promote student nutrition","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4434/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4434","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1344991,"bill_number":"S2550","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, substance use and recovery issues.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to inform opioid patients about the risks of addiction, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2550).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2550","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1345003,"bill_number":"S2541","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 legislation relative to college athlete compensation, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2541).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2541","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1345010,"bill_number":"H4432","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4432/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4432","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1345024,"bill_number":"S2549","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to revenue 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 legislation to increase property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2549).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2549/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2549","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1345038,"bill_number":"S2543","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance on the basis of having a naloxone prescription, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2543).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2543","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1345049,"bill_number":"S2555","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"SENATE, February 20, 2020 - The committee on Senate Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to provide identification to homeless youth and families (Senate, No. 2043), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2555).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2576","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2555","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1345071,"bill_number":"H4420","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"Protecting public higher education student information","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4420/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4420","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1345081,"bill_number":"S2538","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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 quantify the SPED Gap by comparing actual special education costs to current special education assistance, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2538).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2538","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1345099,"bill_number":"H4425","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4425/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4425","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1345124,"bill_number":"S2553","title":"Relative to automated enforcement","description":"Relative to automated enforcement (Senate, No. 1376), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2553).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Motion to lay on the table pending and postponed to the next session","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2553","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1345134,"bill_number":"H4418","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4418/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4418","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1345144,"bill_number":"S2551","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 and federal affairs.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to reimbursement to armed service members, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2551).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2551","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1345160,"bill_number":"H4436","title":"Establishing a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County","description":"Establishing a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4436/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4436","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1345168,"bill_number":"H4435","title":"Authorizing Old Rochester Regional School District to enter into renewable energy agreements","description":"Authorizing Old Rochester Regional School District to enter into renewable energy agreements","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4435/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4435","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1345178,"bill_number":"S2548","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 labor and workforce development laws and programs","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 consumers and workers, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2548).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2548/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2548","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1345188,"bill_number":"S2540","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 environment, natural resources, and agriculture 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 legislation to reform the toxic use reduction act, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2540).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2540/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2540","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1345198,"bill_number":"H4430","title":"Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4430/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4430","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1348080,"bill_number":"H4443","title":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists","description":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4443/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4443","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1348091,"bill_number":"H4479","title":"Relative to educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licensees","description":"Relative to regulating educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licensees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-07-09","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4479/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4479","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":1348148,"bill_number":"S2561","title":"Authorizing Nikos Sofronas to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"For legislation to authorize Nikos Sofronas to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2561","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1348157,"bill_number":"H4478","title":"Designating a foot bridge in Lynn Heritage State Park, in the city of Lynn as the Gold Star Families Bridge","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill designating a certain bridge in the city of Lynn as the Army SPC Antonio J. Syrakos foot bridge (House, No. 3743). February 24, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4478/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4478","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1348177,"bill_number":"H4444","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":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4444/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4444","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1348196,"bill_number":"S2559","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 II","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to child vehicle passenger safety, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2559).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2559","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1348211,"bill_number":"S2564","title":"To support MassMakers","description":"For legislation to support MassMakers. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2564","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1348224,"bill_number":"S2557","title":"Revising the town charter of Lunenburg","description":"For legislation to amend the charter for the town of Lunenburg. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"New draft (Tran) substituted, see S2754","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2557","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1348244,"bill_number":"H4416","title":"Relative to additional inspectors; inspector engaging in plumbing or gas fitting work","description":"Relative to additional inspectors; inspector engaging in plumbing or gas fitting work","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4416/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4416","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1348265,"bill_number":"H4437","title":"Requiring human trafficking recognition for certain hospitality workers","description":"Requiring human trafficking recognition for certain hospitality workers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4437/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4437","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1348275,"bill_number":"H4480","title":"Providing for a transportation excise tax","description":"For legislation to create a transportation excise tax to be levied on certain businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5027","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4480/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4480","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1348305,"bill_number":"S2558","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 legislation to commission a study of ways to aid the Chapter 90 program, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2558).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2558","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1348337,"bill_number":"H4449","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":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H1886","last_action_date":"2020-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4449/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4449","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1348357,"bill_number":"S2563","title":"Authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge","description":"For legislation relative to authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2563","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1348394,"bill_number":"H4481","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Geo Bernardone, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Geo Bernardone, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 208 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4481/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4481","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":1348406,"bill_number":"H4441","title":"Authorizing the state retirement board to retire Jamie J. Magarian, a uniformed member of the Department of State Police at the regular rate of compensation","description":"Authorizing the state retirement board to retire Jamie J. Magarian, a uniformed member of the Department of State Police at the regular rate of compensation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4441/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4441","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1348425,"bill_number":"H4440","title":"Authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies","description":"Authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4440/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4440","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1348437,"bill_number":"S2560","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 legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to motorcycle helmets, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2560).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2560/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2560","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1348446,"bill_number":"S2562","title":"Authorizing Diana Grullon to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"For legislation to authorize Diana Grullon to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-17","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2562","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
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{"bill_id":1350611,"bill_number":"S2570","title":"To provide for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons","description":"For legislation to provide for a medical exemption for manufacturer coupons. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-11-20","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":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2570","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
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{"bill_id":1350840,"bill_number":"S2571","title":"To prevent domestic violence","description":"For legislation to prevent domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-05-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2571","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1350881,"bill_number":"H4503","title":"Relative to strengthening the local and regional public health system","description":"Relative to strengthening the local and regional public health system","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4503","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1351232,"bill_number":"H4455","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises at Legacy Place","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises at Legacy Place","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5024","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4455/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4455","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351271,"bill_number":"H4454","title":"Relative to health clubs membership fees","description":"Relative to health clubs membership fees","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4454/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4454","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351371,"bill_number":"H4459","title":"Relative to the cancellation of physical fitness services","description":"Relative to the cancellation of physical fitness services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4459/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4459","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351442,"bill_number":"H4458","title":"Relative to genetic counselors","description":"Relative to genetic counselors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4458/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4458","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351509,"bill_number":"H4457","title":"Relative to the licensure of behavior analysts","description":"Relative to the licensure of behavior analysts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4457/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4457","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351539,"bill_number":"H4453","title":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","description":"Relative to advancing the profession of commercial interior design","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4453/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4453","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1351925,"bill_number":"H4465","title":"Relative to the conservation land tax credit","description":"Relative to the conservation land tax credit","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4465/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4465","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1351982,"bill_number":"S2565","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public safety 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 legislation relative to firefighter protection, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2565).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2565","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1351994,"bill_number":"H4472","title":"Rescinding the effect of IRC 280E on businesses legally selling marijuana","description":"Rescinding the effect of IRC 280E on businesses legally selling marijuana","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4472/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4472","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352034,"bill_number":"H4464","title":"Relative to wage transparency","description":"Relative to wage transparency","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4464/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4464","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1352051,"bill_number":"H4470","title":"To allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change","description":"To allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4470/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4470","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352068,"bill_number":"H4461","title":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","description":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4461/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4461","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1352081,"bill_number":"H4462","title":"Ensuring fair and full employee compensation","description":"Ensuring fair and full employee compensation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4462/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4462","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1352098,"bill_number":"H4463","title":"Concerning waivers in employment contracts","description":"Concerning waivers in employment contracts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4463/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4463","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1352130,"bill_number":"H4510","title":"Authorizing Diana Grullon to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"By Mrs. Campbell of Methuen, a petition of Linda Dean Campbell and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that Diana Grullon be authorized to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Accompanied S2562","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4510/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4510","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1352144,"bill_number":"H4460","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4460/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4460","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1352186,"bill_number":"H4446","title":"Relative to sexual assault counselor task force","description":"Relative to sexual assault counselor task force","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-02-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4446/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4446","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1352220,"bill_number":"H4511","title":"To expand opportunities for minority and women business enterprises in public construction projects","description":"To expand opportunities for minority and women business enterprises in public construction projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4511/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1352243,"bill_number":"S2370","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Hubbardston for the reconstruction of the Evergreen Road bridge over Mason Brook","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to the town of Hubbardston for the reconstruction of the Evergreen Road bridge over Mason Brook","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2370/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2370","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1352278,"bill_number":"S2569","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to state administration and regulatory oversight 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 legislation relative to public bidding, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No.2569).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2569","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1352328,"bill_number":"H4474","title":"Relative to property tax relief for low and moderate income seniors in the town of Brookline","description":"Relative to property tax relief for low and moderate income seniors in the town of Brookline","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4474/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4474","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352353,"bill_number":"S2572","title":"Advancing reform within the Massachusetts State Police","description":"Relativerelative to advancing reform within the Massachusetts State Police.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2572","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1352392,"bill_number":"H4469","title":"Authorizing the town of Westford to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the town of Westford to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 314 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4469/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4469","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352436,"bill_number":"H4476","title":"Authorizing the town of Winchester to establish a senior property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the town of Winchester to establish a senior property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 230 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4476/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4476","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352481,"bill_number":"S2566","title":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","description":"Relativerelative to Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2566","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1352497,"bill_number":"H4475","title":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4475/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4475","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352521,"bill_number":"H4468","title":"Relative to the town of Sandwich","description":"Relative to the town of Sandwich","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 313 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4468/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4468","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352561,"bill_number":"H4473","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 228 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4473/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4473","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352586,"bill_number":"S2568","title":"Judiciary","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2568","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1352603,"bill_number":"H4477","title":"Authorizing the town of Arlington to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Authorizing the town of Arlington to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 285 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4477/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4477","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1352643,"bill_number":"H4471","title":"Relative to fuel cell technology","description":"Relative to fuel cell technology","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-02-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4471/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4471","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1353136,"bill_number":"H4514","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to fund affordable housing through a fee on certain real estate transfers","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to fund affordable housing through a fee on certain real estate transfers. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4514/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4514","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1353264,"bill_number":"H4512","title":"Relative to the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry","description":"Relative to the federal Open Burn Pit Registry and exposure of veterans and service members to certain airborne hazards. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-03","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4512/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4512","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":1353395,"bill_number":"H4513","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Cold War Victory Medal","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Cold War victory medal. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-19","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4513/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4513","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":1353835,"bill_number":"S2576","title":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","description":"To provide identification to homeless youth and families","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2576","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1353999,"bill_number":"H4516","title":"Authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a local affordable housing surcharge on certain real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4516/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4516","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1354076,"bill_number":"S2575","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 issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to economic development and generating revenue, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2575).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2575","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1354109,"bill_number":"S2577","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1354130,"bill_number":"H4517","title":"Authorizing the city of Somerville to enact right to purchase legislation","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to allow certain tenants and entities the right to purchase certain residential property when that property is being offered for sale. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4517/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4517","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":1355429,"bill_number":"H4467","title":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","description":"Relative to a cranberry bog renovation tax credit","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4467/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4467","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1355449,"bill_number":"H4518","title":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","description":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-04","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4518/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4518","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1355540,"bill_number":"H4466","title":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","description":"To establish the family caregiver tax credit","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4466/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4466","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1355593,"bill_number":"H4529","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"Enabling partnerships for growth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4854","last_action_date":"2020-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4529","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1355637,"bill_number":"H4519","title":"Relative to the Transportation Infrastructure Enhancement Trust Fund municipal reporting requirements","description":"Relative to the Transportation Infrastructure Enhancement Trust Fund municipal reporting requirements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4519/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4519","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1356212,"bill_number":"H4487","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection and custody of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to children in the care, protection and custody of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4487/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4487","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356217,"bill_number":"S2585","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jose Lopez, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jose Lopez, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-06","last_action":"Accompanied H4548","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2585","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
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{"bill_id":1356224,"bill_number":"H4484","title":"To promote employment","description":"To promote employment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4484/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4484","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1356248,"bill_number":"S2583","title":"Supporting parents running for public office","description":"Relativerelative to supporting parents running for public office.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2583","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
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{"bill_id":1356283,"bill_number":"H4545","title":"To dissolve the Newburyport Redevelopment Authority and transfer its lands to the city of Newburyport","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3698). March 5, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4545/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4545","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1356297,"bill_number":"H4489","title":"Relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids","description":"Relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4489","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356304,"bill_number":"H4483","title":"Regarding transparency for individuals and guardians","description":"Regarding transparency for individuals and guardians","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4483/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4483","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356308,"bill_number":"H4496","title":"Establishing a permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities","description":"Establishing a permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4496/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4496","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1356324,"bill_number":"H4486","title":"To provide a pilot program for low interest loans to families with a child suffering from a terminal illness","description":"To provide a pilot program for low interest loans to families with a child suffering from a terminal illness","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4486","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356329,"bill_number":"H4490","title":"Establishing a special commission to study women and homelessness","description":"Establishing a special commission to study women and homelessness","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4490/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4490","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356333,"bill_number":"H4543","title":"Establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Ashland","description":"Establishing an economic development special revenue account for the town of Ashland","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"See H3953","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4543/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4543","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1356377,"bill_number":"H4492","title":"Ensuring positive transition for at-risk youth","description":"Ensuring positive transition for at-risk youth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4492","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1356391,"bill_number":"H4498","title":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income","description":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4498/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4498","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1356402,"bill_number":"S2587","title":"Relative to competition for specification of alternative types of culvert pipes","description":"For legislation relative to competition for specification of alternative types of culvert pipes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2876","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2587","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1356413,"bill_number":"S2589","title":"Relative to ending failure-to-pay license suspensions","description":"For legislation relative to ending failure-to-pay license suspensions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-18","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2589","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
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{"bill_id":1357776,"bill_number":"H4539","title":"Establishing a substance use protection fund","description":"Establishing a substance use protection fund","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4539/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4539","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1357788,"bill_number":"S2590","title":"Relative to supporting families dealing with sudden infant death syndrome","description":"For legislation relative to supporting families dealing with sudden infant death syndrome, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2590) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2590","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1357796,"bill_number":"H4538","title":"To reduce harm from opioids","description":"To reduce harm from opioids","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4538/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4538","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1357804,"bill_number":"H4526","title":"Relative to establishing a cannabis and hemp cultivation research center at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst","description":"Relative to establishing a cannabis and hemp cultivation research center at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4526/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4526","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1357820,"bill_number":"S2503","title":"Ensuring safe drinking water in schools.","description":"For legislation to ensure safe drinking water at schools and early childhood programs; and the petition of Lori A. Ehrlich, Joan B. Lovely and others relative to safe drinking water in schools;reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2503).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2503/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2503","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1357835,"bill_number":"S2489","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2489).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2489/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2489","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1357838,"bill_number":"H4521","title":"Providing further transparency in the siting of marijuana facilities","description":"Providing further transparency in the siting of marijuana facilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4521/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4521","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1357847,"bill_number":"H4522","title":"Relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients","description":"Relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4522/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4522","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1357856,"bill_number":"H4537","title":"Relative to recovery coach licensure","description":"Relative to recovery coach licensure","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4537/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4537","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1357863,"bill_number":"H4535","title":"To remove barriers for nurses to provide psychiatric care accompanied","description":"To remove barriers for nurses to provide psychiatric care accompanied","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4535/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4535","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1357877,"bill_number":"H4523","title":"Relative to vertical integration of medical marijuana businesses","description":"Relative to vertical integration of medical marijuana businesses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4523/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4523","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1357899,"bill_number":"H4546","title":"Study Order","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":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3592","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4546/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4546","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1358255,"bill_number":"H4541","title":"Enabling public housing authorities to borrow against real estate equity of publicly-owned properties","description":"Enabling public housing authorities to borrow against real estate equity of publicly-owned properties","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4541/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4541","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1359263,"bill_number":"H4557","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 291 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4557/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4557","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1359273,"bill_number":"H4563","title":"Establishing an au pair commission","description":"Relative to the au pair exchange visitor program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4563/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4563","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1359291,"bill_number":"H4551","title":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE)","description":"Relative to Energy Savings Efficiency (Energy SAVE)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4551/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4551","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1359300,"bill_number":"S2595","title":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","description":"Establishing a student loan bill of rights","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S160","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2595/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2595","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1359309,"bill_number":"H4552","title":"Relative to enhancing reliability of renewable resources in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to enhancing reliability of renewable resources in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4552/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4552","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1359321,"bill_number":"H4562","title":"Providing certain retirement benefits for Thomas W. Devlin, a trooper of the department of state police","description":"Relative to certain retirement benefits for Thomas W. Devlin, a trooper of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4825","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4562/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4562","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
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{"bill_id":1359337,"bill_number":"H4569","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4569/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4569","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1359340,"bill_number":"H4554","title":"Relative to the continued enhancement of the offshore wind industry in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the continued enhancement of the offshore wind industry in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4554/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4554","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1359355,"bill_number":"H4550","title":"Relative to transmission for offshore wind energy","description":"Relative to transmission for offshore wind energy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4550/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4550","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1359363,"bill_number":"S2596","title":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries","description":"Expanding the sale of products by farmer distilleries and wineries","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S2467","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2596/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2596","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1359383,"bill_number":"H4559","title":"To regulate sports wagering","description":"To regulate sports wagering","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4559/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4559","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1359400,"bill_number":"H4558","title":"Creating a commission to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces","description":"Creating a commission to study the need to reduce salt and sugar content in meals served in restaurants, schools, and public spaces","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4558/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4558","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":1359421,"bill_number":"H4568","title":"Relative to establishing parity for educators","description":"Relative to the salary of educators of school aged children incarcerated in county houses of correction or institutions under the control of the departments of mental health, developmental services, public health or youth services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5039","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4568/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4568","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1359431,"bill_number":"H4561","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4561/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4561","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1359463,"bill_number":"H4564","title":"Relative to au pairs and host families","description":"Relative to au pairs and host families. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4564/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4564","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1359474,"bill_number":"H4555","title":"For field safety in gas infrastructure","description":"For field safety in gas infrastructure","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4555/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4555","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1359482,"bill_number":"H4565","title":"Relative to room and board costs for au pairs","description":"Relative to room and board costs for au pairs under certain provisions of the domestic workers rights law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4565/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4565","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1359491,"bill_number":"S2594","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"See H4503","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2594/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2594","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1359501,"bill_number":"H4567","title":"Relative to the application of the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights as it pertains to Au Pairs","description":"Relative to the application of the domestic workers bill of rights as it pertains to au pairs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-12-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4567","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1359510,"bill_number":"S2597","title":"Authorizing the town of Salisbury to assume control of the Ring’s Island Water District","description":"Authorizing the town of Salisbury to assume control of the Ring’s Island Water District","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2597/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2597","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1359513,"bill_number":"H4566","title":"Ensuring domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to employment protections for domestic violence victims. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4566/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4566","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1359860,"bill_number":"S2593","title":"Prohibiting 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; and of Nika C. Elugardo, Tami L. Gouveia and others relative to prohibiting the use of Native American mascots by public schools in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2593).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2593","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1359870,"bill_number":"S2494","title":"Relative to the ownership of pets by convicted animal abusers","description":"For legislation relative to the ownership of pets by convicted animal abusers; of Bradford Hill and others relative to the penalty for the abuse of certain animals; and of Tram T. Nguyen and others relative to penalties for cruelty to animals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2494).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2494","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1359902,"bill_number":"S2491","title":"Updating the definition of sexual assault counsellor to expand confidentiality protections","description":"For legislation to update the definition of sexual assault counsellor to expand confidentiality protections,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2491).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2491/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2491","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1359914,"bill_number":"S2592","title":"Reforming the sale of cats, dogs, and rabbits in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislation to further regulate the sale of certain domestic animals; and of Bruce J. Ayers and Thomas M. Stanley relative to the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet shops, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2592).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2592/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2592","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1359937,"bill_number":"S2493","title":"Promoting safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking","description":"For legislationfor legislation to promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2493).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2973","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2493/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2493","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1359967,"bill_number":"S2495","title":"Making discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful","description":"For legislation to make discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful; and of Tram T. Nguyen and others relative to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of height and weight,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2495).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2495/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2495","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1359985,"bill_number":"S2492","title":"Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"For legislation to prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes; and of Peter Capano and others relative to vacancies in foreclosed homes,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2492).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2492/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2492","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1360165,"bill_number":"H4571","title":"Designating September 14, 2020 as a legal holiday","description":"Designating September 14, 2020 as a legal holiday","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4571/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1360184,"bill_number":"S2598","title":"Authorizing Waiver of the One Week Waiting Period for Unemployment Benefits","description":"Authorizing Waiver of the One Week Waiting Period for Unemployment Benefits","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2618","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2598","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1360194,"bill_number":"S2530","title":"Relative to attainable housing in seasonal communities","description":"For legislation relative to attainable housing in seasonal communities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2530).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2530/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2530","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1360218,"bill_number":"H4573","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of William Coulter","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Mary Coulter-Bennett, the surviving beneficiary of former State Police Detective Lieutenant William Coulter. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4573/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4573","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":1360271,"bill_number":"H4572","title":"To address challenges in town governance resulting from COVID-19","description":"To address challenges in town governance resulting from COVID-19","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4580","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4572/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4572","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1360280,"bill_number":"S2529","title":"Relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing","description":"For legislation relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2529).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2529/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2529","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
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{"bill_id":1360949,"bill_number":"H4553","title":"Relative to greenhouse gas emissions standards for municipal lighting plants, for the purpose of promoting the Commonwealth’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions while acknowledging and preserving the statutory scheme of chapter 164 which places municipal lighting plant operations, finances, and rates under local control","description":"Relative to greenhouse gas emissions standards for municipal lighting plants, for the purpose of promoting the Commonwealth’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions while acknowledging and preserving the statutory scheme of chapter 164 which places municipal lighting plant operations, finances, and rates under local control","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4553/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4553","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1360983,"bill_number":"H4570","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-17","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4570/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4570","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1360990,"bill_number":"H4575","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Victoria Deschamps, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Victoria Deschamps, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4575/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4575","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1361142,"bill_number":"S2602","title":"Relative to emergency hazard health duty","description":"For legislation relative to emergency hazard health duty. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2602/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2602","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1361144,"bill_number":"S2605","title":"To reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts in streams, rivers, and in the ocean by increasing the tax on cigarettes by 100%","description":"For legislation to reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts in streams, rivers, and in the ocean by increasing the tax on cigarettes by 100%. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5040","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2605/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2605","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1361147,"bill_number":"S2603","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jessica Zamansky, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jessica Zamansky, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2603/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2603","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1361148,"bill_number":"H4576","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-18","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4576/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4576","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1361151,"bill_number":"S2600","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-18","last_action":"see H3984","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2600/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2600","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1361154,"bill_number":"S2599","title":"Authorizing waiver of the one week waiting period for unemployment benefits","description":"Authorizing waiver of the one week waiting period for unemployment benefits","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2599/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2599","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1361158,"bill_number":"S2486","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-01-30","last_action":"See H4009","last_action_date":"2020-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2486/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2486","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1361167,"bill_number":"S2604","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Trek Reef, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Trek Reef, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-01-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2604/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2604","sponsor":"Cindy Friedman"},
{"bill_id":1361168,"bill_number":"S2601","title":"Relative to rabies and other vaccination requirements and licensing","description":"For legislation relative to rabies and other vaccination requirements and licensing. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2685","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2601/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2601","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1361282,"bill_number":"S2504","title":"Concerning the use of animals in product testing","description":"For legislation to concern the use of animals in product testing; and of Jack Patrick Lewis and others relative to the use of animals in product testing,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2504).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2504/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2504","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1361295,"bill_number":"S2501","title":"Relative to outdoor heritage","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to authorize bow and arrow hunting on Sundays; and the petition of Alyson M. Sullivan and others relative to authorizing deer hunting on Sundays,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2501).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2501/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2501","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1361387,"bill_number":"H4579","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Racquel Jean-Louis, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Racquel Jean-Louis, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4585","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4579/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4579","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1361445,"bill_number":"H4581","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 regulations to 225 CMR 21, Clean Peak Energy Portfolio Standard (CPS).","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 regulations to 225 CMR 21, Clean Peak Energy Portfolio Standard (CPS).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Read for its information and returned to the House","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4581/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4581","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1361447,"bill_number":"H4580","title":"Addressing challenges in municipal governance resulting from COVID-19","description":"Addressing challenges in municipal governance resulting from COVID-19","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4580/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4580","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1361451,"bill_number":"S2608","title":"Granting authority to postpone 2020 municipal elections in the commonwealth and increase voting options in response to the declaration of emergency to respond to COVID-19","description":"Relative to host community agreements (House, No. 4398),-- reported, in part, a \"Bill granting authority to postpone 2020 municipal elections in the commonwealth and increase voting options in response to the declaration of emergency to respond to COVID-19\" (Senate, No. 2608).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2608/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2608","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1361455,"bill_number":"S2606","title":"Judiciary","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2606/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2606","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1361458,"bill_number":"S2607","title":"Mental Health and Substance Use matters","description":"Relativerelative to Mental Health and Substance Use matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2607/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2607","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1361461,"bill_number":"H4582","title":"Order relative to the issuance of a precept by the Speaker for the filling of a vacancy in the Thirty-Seventh Middlesex District","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. March 23, 2020.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4582/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4582","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1361468,"bill_number":"H4583","title":"Order relative to the issuance of a precept by the Speaker for the filling of a vacancy in the Third Bristol District","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. March 23, 2020.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4583/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4583","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1361471,"bill_number":"S2609","title":"Special elections","description":"Special elections","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2609/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2609","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
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{"bill_id":1361695,"bill_number":"S2615","title":"Ensuring access to qualified health professionals","description":"Relative to host community agreements (House, No. 4398), - reported, in part, a \"Bill ensuring access to qualified health professionals\" (Senate, No. 2615).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2615/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2615","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1361845,"bill_number":"H4589","title":"Authorizing the town of Hadley to convey certain a certain parcel of land dedicated for park purposes","description":"That the town of Hadley be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land dedicated for park purposes in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4589/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4589","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
{"bill_id":1361846,"bill_number":"S2610","title":"Relative to equity in suicide prevention","description":"For legislation relative to equity in suicide prevention,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2610).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2610/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2610","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1361847,"bill_number":"S2611","title":"Relative to a special commission on support group model integration in health care","description":"For legislation relative to a special commission on support group model integration in health care,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2611).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2611","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1361849,"bill_number":"S2614","title":"Ensuring consumer choice and equal access to eye care","description":"For legislation to ensure consumer choice and equal access to eye care,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2614).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","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":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2614","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1361851,"bill_number":"H4587","title":"Order relative to vacancies in the Thirty Seventh Middlesex District and the Third Bristol District, respectively","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. March 26, 2020.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4587/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4587","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1361852,"bill_number":"H4585","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Racquel Jean-Louis, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Racquel Jean-Louis, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4585/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4585","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1361854,"bill_number":"S2616","title":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Dean A. Tran","description":"A report of the Senate Committee on Ethics concerning the conduct of Senator Dean A. Tran","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2616/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2616","sponsor":"Ethics"},
{"bill_id":1361856,"bill_number":"S2612","title":"To support rural volunteer emergency medical technicians","description":"For legislation to support rural volunteer emergency medical technicians,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2612).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-03-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2612/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2612","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1361859,"bill_number":"S2613","title":"Relative to emergency insulin access","description":"For legislation relative to emergency insulin access, reports he accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2613).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","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":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2613/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2613","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1361860,"bill_number":"H4590","title":"Further regulating certain affordable housing in Holyoke, Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain affordable housing in the city of Holyoke. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 308 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4590/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4590","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1361862,"bill_number":"H4586","title":"To further address challenges faced by municipalities, school districts and state authorities resulting from COVID-19","description":"Relative to further addressing challenges faced by municipalities, school districts and state authorities resulting from COVID-19. March 24, 2020.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Reported on the residue by H4616","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4586/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4586","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1361863,"bill_number":"H4588","title":"Authorizing the Town of North Attleborough to issue three (3) additional liquor licenses","description":"That the town of North Attleborough be authorized to grant two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 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":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4990","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4588/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4588","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":1361910,"bill_number":"H4598","title":"To address challenges faced by municipalities and state authorities resulting from COVID-19","description":"To address challenges faced by municipalities and state authorities resulting from COVID-19","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4598/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4598","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1361921,"bill_number":"H4593","title":"To facilitate the delay of the income tax filing deadline","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor recommending legislation to facilitate the delay of the income tax filing deadline. March 27, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4677","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4593/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1361955,"bill_number":"S2618","title":"Providing additional support to those affected by the novel coronavirus through the unemployment insurance system","description":"Providing additional support to those affected by the novel coronavirus through the unemployment insurance system","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2618","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1361958,"bill_number":"S2619","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"See H4598","last_action_date":"2020-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2619","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
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{"bill_id":1362239,"bill_number":"S2621","title":"Providing temporary protections for renters and homeowners during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to host community agreements (House, No. 4398), - reported, in part, a \"Bill providing temporary protections for renters and homeowners during the COVID-19 emergency\" (Senate, No. 2621).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Accompanied S2631","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2621","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1362240,"bill_number":"H4611","title":"Relative to emergency hazard health duty","description":"Relative to creating a presumption of job relatedness for certain public safety personnel and first responders suffering from incapacitation or inability to perform their duties as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection or exposure. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4611/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4611","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":1362253,"bill_number":"S2622","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-01","last_action":"See H4598","last_action_date":"2020-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2622","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1362270,"bill_number":"S2624","title":"Relative to the retirement group of Taunton Fire Department Mechanic Michael Perry","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement group of Taunton Fire Department Mechanic Michael Perry. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 204 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2624","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
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{"bill_id":1362290,"bill_number":"S2623","title":"Authorizing Brian M. Belfiore to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"For legislation to authorize Brian M. Belfiore to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2623","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
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{"bill_id":1362514,"bill_number":"H4591","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4591/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4591","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
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{"bill_id":1362527,"bill_number":"H4617","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"New text for H4598","last_action_date":"2020-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4617/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4617","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1362529,"bill_number":"H4614","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4614/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4614","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1362563,"bill_number":"H4577","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4577/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4577","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1362611,"bill_number":"H4619","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4619/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4619","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1362615,"bill_number":"H4624","title":"Providing for a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID19 Emergency","description":"Relative to a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19 emergency declaration. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-04-06","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4624/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4624","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1362618,"bill_number":"H4618","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Jehlen) adopted","last_action_date":"2020-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4618/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4618","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1362621,"bill_number":"H4625","title":"Relative to COVID-19 emergency unemployment insurance expansion","description":"For legislation to expand unemployment insurance benefits to certain employees due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4713","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4625/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4625","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1362623,"bill_number":"S2626","title":"Prohibiting town officials in the town of North Andover from holding certain other town positions","description":"Prohibiting town officials in the town of North Andover from holding certain other town positions","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 297 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2626","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1362629,"bill_number":"H4626","title":"Establishing emergency funding for homeless services","description":"For legislation to appropriate funds to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency for emergency funding for certain homeless services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-27","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4626/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4626","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1362630,"bill_number":"S2627","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey and acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Halifax","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey and acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Halifax. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 303 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2627","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1362633,"bill_number":"H4623","title":"Relative to the 2020 state primary and general election","description":"Relative to absentee voting for the 2020 state primary and general elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-27","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4623/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4623","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
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{"bill_id":1362640,"bill_number":"H4622","title":"To provide short-term relief for families in deep poverty","description":"Relative to relief payments for recipients of the transitional aid to families with dependent children and emergency aid to the elderly, disabled and children programs within the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4622/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4622","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":1362642,"bill_number":"H4627","title":"Providing certain state employees sick leave for COVID-19 related absences","description":"Relative to providing certain state employees sick leave for COVID-19 related absences. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4627/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4627","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1362645,"bill_number":"H4621","title":"Authorizing the retirement board of the city of Salem to retire Brian Benson, a police officer of the city of Salem","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4144). April 6, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4621/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4621","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1362831,"bill_number":"S2628","title":"Authorizing the city of Gloucester to use certain lands for municipal school purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Gloucester to use certain lands for municipal school purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2628/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2628","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1362832,"bill_number":"S2631","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-09","last_action":"See H4615","last_action_date":"2020-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2631/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2631","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1362922,"bill_number":"H4632","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marta Romero, an employee of the Department of Disability Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marta Romero, an employee of the Department of Disability Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with a title change, H4691","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4632/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4632","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
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{"bill_id":1362963,"bill_number":"H4494","title":"Resolve to better prepare the Commonwealth for climate change refugees","description":"Resolve to better prepare the Commonwealth for climate change refugees","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-13","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4494/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4494","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1362967,"bill_number":"H4633","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to employee Kevin Nichols, an employee of the Saugus Police Department, beyond the retirement age","description":"That the town of Saugus be authorized to continue the employment of Kevin Nichols, an employee of the Saugus Police Department, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4695","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4633","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
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{"bill_id":1363257,"bill_number":"H4654","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jessica Ocasio, an employee of Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jessica Ocasio, an employee of Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4654","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1363258,"bill_number":"H4636","title":"Authorizing the city of Woburn to use certain land for fire station purposes","description":"That the city of Woburn be authorized to use certain land in said city for fire station purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4636","sponsor":"Richard Haggerty"},
{"bill_id":1363259,"bill_number":"H4644","title":"Authorizing the Town of Lunenburg to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages on the premises to Lanni Orchards","description":"Authorizing the Town of Lunenburg to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages on the premises to Lanni Orchards","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 160 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4644","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1363260,"bill_number":"H4634","title":"Providing emergency access to equity and justice for all in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to financial assistance, health care access and small business grants in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4634","sponsor":"Liz Miranda"},
{"bill_id":1363261,"bill_number":"H4657","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amanda Caruso, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amanda Caruso, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 178 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4657","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":1363263,"bill_number":"H4651","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Euber, an employee of the Department of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paula Euber, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4662","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4651","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1363264,"bill_number":"S2640","title":"To provide liability protections for health care workers and facilities during the COVID-19 Pandemic.","description":"To provide liability protections for health care workers and facilities during the COVID-19 Pandemic.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-17","last_action":"Singed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2640","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363266,"bill_number":"H4637","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments therefor","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4637","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1363267,"bill_number":"H4653","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kimberly Brantley, an employee of Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kimberly Brantley, an employee of Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4653","sponsor":"Bud Williams"},
{"bill_id":1363268,"bill_number":"H4659","title":"To protect institutions that provide emergency aid in response to the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19","description":"By Mr. Roy of Franklin, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jeffrey N. Roy and others that certain institutions of higher education offering emergency aid be immune from suit and liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4659","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1363269,"bill_number":"H4638","title":"Providing for diabetes management in schools","description":"Providing for diabetes management in schools","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4638","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1363270,"bill_number":"H4640","title":"To create a stroke system of care","description":"To create a stroke system of care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4640/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4640","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1363271,"bill_number":"H4656","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Brown, an employee of Department of Children and Families (DCF)","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jennifer Brown, an employee of Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4678","last_action_date":"2020-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4656","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":1363272,"bill_number":"H4643","title":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","description":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4643","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1363273,"bill_number":"S2634","title":"Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services.","description":"For legislation to provide for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2634).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2634/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2634","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1363274,"bill_number":"S2635","title":"To provide liability protections for health care workers and facilities during the COVID-19 Pandemic","description":"SENATE, April 16, 2020 The committee on Financial Services to whom was referred the message from His Excellency the Governor recommending legislation to provide liability protections for health care workers and facilities during the COVID-19 Pandemic (printed in Senate, No. 2630),- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2635).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2640","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2635/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2635","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1363275,"bill_number":"S2633","title":"Relative to PEG access and cable-related funds","description":"For legislation relative to PEG access and cable-related funds, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2633).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2633/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2633","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":1363276,"bill_number":"S2636","title":"Requiring the city of Lowell to transfer certain parcels of land between the park department and the school department","description":"Requiring the city of Lowell to transfer certain parcels of land between the park department and the school department","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2636/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2636","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1363331,"bill_number":"H4649","title":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain sewer line easement in West Roxbury","description":"Providing for the abandonment of a certain sewer line easement in West Roxbury","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 298 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4649","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363339,"bill_number":"H4641","title":"Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency","description":"Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4641","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1363340,"bill_number":"H4650","title":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","description":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4751","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1363341,"bill_number":"H4645","title":"Authorizing the City of Medford to utilize funds received from the surrounding community agreement entered into between the City of Medford and Wynn MA LLC for the purposes set forth in the agreement","description":"Authorizing the City of Medford to utilize funds received from the surrounding community agreement entered into between the City of Medford and Wynn MA LLC for the purposes set forth in the agreement","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 365of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4645","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1363389,"bill_number":"H4658","title":"Relative to remote notarization during COVID-19 state of emergency","description":"Relative to remote notarization during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5037","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4658","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":1363409,"bill_number":"S2639","title":"Relative to vertical integration for medical marijuana businesses","description":"For legislation relative to medical marijuana patient safety and access, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2639).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2639/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2639","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1363410,"bill_number":"H4665","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dyana Gonzalez, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dyana Gonzalez, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4665","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":1363411,"bill_number":"S2641","title":"Relative to work and family mobility","description":"For legislation relative to work and family mobility; and the petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier, Christine P. Barber and others relative to the issuance of driver's licenses to certain persons unable to provide proof of lawful presence,-- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2641). (Representatives Howitt of Seekonk, Orrall of Lakeville and DeCoste of Norwell dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2641/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2641","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1363412,"bill_number":"S2637","title":"Relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients","description":"For legislation relative to employment protections for medical marijuana patients, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2637).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2637/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2637","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1363413,"bill_number":"S2645","title":"Providing for virtual notarization to address challenges related to COVID-19","description":"Providing for virtual notarization to address challenges related to COVID-19","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2645/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2645","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1363414,"bill_number":"H4667","title":"Relative to long term care facility and elder housing COVID-19 reporting","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Ms. Balser of Newton, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4663). April 21, 2020.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4667","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":1363415,"bill_number":"H4663","title":"Relative to long term care facility and elder housing COVID-19 reporting","description":"Relative to long term care facility and elder housing COVID-19 reporting","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4667","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4663","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1363471,"bill_number":"H4660","title":"Relative to town and city committee reorganization dates","description":"Relative to city and town committee reorganization dates. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4660","sponsor":"Daniel Cahill"},
{"bill_id":1363492,"bill_number":"H4642","title":"Relative to student data privacy","description":"Relative to student data privacy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4642","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1363505,"bill_number":"S2638","title":"Relative to social consumption sites","description":"For legislation relative to social consumption of marijuana, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2638).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2638/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2638","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1363523,"bill_number":"S2644","title":"To protect institutions of higher education that provide emergency aid in response to COVID-19","description":"For legislation to protect institutions of higher education that provide emergency aid in response to COVID-19. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2644/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2644","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1363524,"bill_number":"H4662","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Euber, an employee of the Department of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Euber, an employee of the Department of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 171 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4662","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
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{"bill_id":1363541,"bill_number":"S2654","title":"Establishing vote by mail in 2020","description":"For legislation to establish vote by mail in 2020. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2654/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2654","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
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{"bill_id":1363662,"bill_number":"S2643","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for businesses ineligible for the comparable federal PPP","description":"For legislation to establish a Massachusetts Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for businesses ineligible for the comparable federal PPP. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2643/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2643","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1363663,"bill_number":"S2646","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. 2646).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2646/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2646","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1363664,"bill_number":"S2648","title":"Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Matters","description":"Relativerelative to Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2648/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2648","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1363665,"bill_number":"S2659","title":"To provide equal stimulus checks to immigrant taxpayers","description":"For legislation to provide equal stimulus checks to immigrant taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2659/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2659","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1363680,"bill_number":"S2649","title":"Relative to 3D printed weapons and ghost guns","description":"For legislation relative to 3D printed weapons and “ghost guns”,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2649). (Senator Tran dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2649/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2649","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1363681,"bill_number":"S2656","title":"Providing emergency assistance to gateway cities for temporary homeless shelters","description":"For legislation to provide emergency assistance to gateway cities for temporary homeless shelters. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2656/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2656","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1363682,"bill_number":"H4672","title":"Addressing COVID-19 data collection and disparities in treatment","description":"Addressing COVID-19 data collection and disparities in treatment","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4672","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363683,"bill_number":"S2650","title":"To ensure full participation in the marijuana industry","description":"For legislationfor legislation to ensure full participation in the marijuana industry,-- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2650).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2650/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2650","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1363684,"bill_number":"S2657","title":"Relative to patient safety in nursing homes","description":"For legislation relative to patient safety in nursing homes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2773","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2657/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2657","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1363685,"bill_number":"S2658","title":"Providing emergency assistance for municipal public safety overtime","description":"For legislation to provide emergency assistance for municipal public safety overtime. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","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":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2658/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2658","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1363686,"bill_number":"S2642","title":"Providing for virtual notarization to address challenges related to COVID-19","description":"Providing for virtual notarization to address challenges related to COVID-19","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2645","last_action_date":"2020-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2642/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2642","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363687,"bill_number":"S2655","title":"Concerning business interruption insurance","description":"For legislation to concern business interruption insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-06","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":"2020-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2655/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2655","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1363688,"bill_number":"S2653","title":"Relative to voting by mail and early voting","description":"For legislation relative to voting by mail and early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2653/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2653","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1363689,"bill_number":"S2647","title":"Providing assistance to vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to host community agreements (House, No. 4398), - reported, in part, a \"Bill providing assistance to vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 emergency\" (Senate, No. 2647).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2647/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2647","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363690,"bill_number":"S2651","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"see S2618","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2651/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2651","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1363691,"bill_number":"H4669","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4669","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1363692,"bill_number":"H4670","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4670","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":1363693,"bill_number":"H4664","title":"In relation to prohibiting price gouging with respect to goods, services and supplies during a declared public health emergency","description":"Relative to prohibiting price gouging of goods, services and supplies during a declared public health emergency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied S2652","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4664","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1363694,"bill_number":"H4668","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2645","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4668","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1363695,"bill_number":"S2652","title":"Relative to preventing price gouging during an emergency","description":"For legislation relative to preventing price gouging during an emergency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2652/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2652","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1363696,"bill_number":"H4666","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Ryan Moore and Donald Demiranda, police officers in the town of Falmouth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4158). April 21, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4666","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1363697,"bill_number":"S2567","title":"Relative to identification for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation relative to identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages; the petition of Paul McMurtry and others relative to the identification required for the purchase of alcoholic beverages; and the petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier relative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2567) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2567/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2567","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1363717,"bill_number":"S2660","title":"Promoting continuity of care for Multiple Sclerosis treatment","description":"For legislation to promote continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2660).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2660/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2660","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1363730,"bill_number":"S2661","title":"Providing for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations","description":"For legislation to provide for diaper changing stations in public buildings and accommodations, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2661).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2661/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2661","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1363734,"bill_number":"S2662","title":"To strengthen inmate visitation","description":"For legislation to strengthen inmate visitation, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2662).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2662/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2662","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1363749,"bill_number":"S2664","title":"To promote student nutrition","description":"For legislation to promote student nutrition, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2664)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2664/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2664","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1363817,"bill_number":"S2665","title":"Relative to safety and violence education for students (the SAVE Students Act)","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to school safety and security, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2665).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2665/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2665","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1363894,"bill_number":"H4678","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Brown, an employee of Department of Children and Families (DCF)","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Brown, an employee of Department of Children and Families (DCF)","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-05-13","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4678","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1363913,"bill_number":"H4673","title":"Changing the position of treasurer in the county of Dukes County to an appointed position","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4095). April 27, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 166 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4673","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1363915,"bill_number":"H4679","title":"To establish universal screening for adverse childhood experiences","description":"To establish universal screening for adverse childhood experiences","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4679","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1363971,"bill_number":"H4683","title":"Authorizing the Water Supply District of Acton to enter into a lease, license or other disposition of land held for water supply purposes for the construction, operation and maintenance of a solar energy generating and energy storage facility","description":"By Representative Gouveia of Acton and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tami L. Gouveia and James B. Eldridge that the Water Supply District of Acton be authorized to enter into a lease, license or other disposition of land held for water supply purposes for the construction, operation and maintenance of a solar energy generating and energy storage facility. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-05","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4923","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4683","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1363979,"bill_number":"H4675","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-29","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4675","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1363996,"bill_number":"H4676","title":"Order relative to the adoption of Temporary Emergency House Rules","description":"Relative to the adoption of Temporary Emergency House Rules","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-29","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4676","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1364003,"bill_number":"S2670","title":"Protecting the rights of assisted living residents","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of assisted living residents; and the petition of Christine P. Barber and others relative to protecting the rights of assisted living residents, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2670).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2670/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2670","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1364013,"bill_number":"H4680","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4680","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1364024,"bill_number":"H4674","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-29","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4674","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":1364060,"bill_number":"S2671","title":"To reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education","description":"For legislation to reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2671).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2671/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2671","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1364089,"bill_number":"S2667","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"For legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2667).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2667/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2667","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1364090,"bill_number":"S2672","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Angelica Rodriguez, an employee of Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Angelica Rodriguez, an employee of Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2672/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2672","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":1364092,"bill_number":"S2663","title":"Relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislation relative to childless individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2663).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2663/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2663","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1364093,"bill_number":"H4682","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4682","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1364152,"bill_number":"H4681","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4681","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1364153,"bill_number":"S2669","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, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2669).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2669/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2669","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1364154,"bill_number":"S2666","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"For legislation relative to the pooling of tips,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2666). (Representative Crocker of Barnstable dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-04-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2666/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2666","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1364155,"bill_number":"S2673","title":"Relative to municipal governance during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to municipal governance during the COVID-19 emergency","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2680","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2673/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2673","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1364156,"bill_number":"S2668","title":"To modernize public accountancy","description":"For legislation to modernize public accountancy, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2668).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2941","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2668/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2668","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1364241,"bill_number":"S2676","title":"Relative to the Architectural Access Board","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2676).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2676/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2676","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1364271,"bill_number":"S2674","title":"Establishing a special commission to study women and homelessness","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on the status of homeless women, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2674).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2674/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2674","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1364302,"bill_number":"S2678","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2678).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2678/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2678","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1364346,"bill_number":"H4691","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marta Romero, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4632). May 4, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4691","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1364358,"bill_number":"S2688","title":"Remote Voting Procedures","description":"Relative to remote voting procedures to be followed when the Senate considers the House Bill to facilitate the delay of the income tax filing deadline (House, No. 4677).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Report accepted, as amended","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2688","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":1364370,"bill_number":"S2677","title":"Creating the public safety building authority","description":"For legislationfor legislation to create the fire station building assistance program, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2677).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2677","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1364412,"bill_number":"S2675","title":"Relative to community corrections","description":"For legislation relative to access to community corrections,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2675). [Senator Tran dissenting].","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2675/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2675","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
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{"bill_id":1364637,"bill_number":"S2680","title":"Relative to municipal governance during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to municipal governance during the COVID-19 emergency (being the text of Senate, No. 2673, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2680/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2680","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1364645,"bill_number":"H4689","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":"2020-05-06","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4689","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1364660,"bill_number":"H4688","title":"Providing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"Providing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-06","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4688/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4688","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1364706,"bill_number":"H4698","title":"Relative to notification of changing polling locations during a state of emergency","description":"Relative to notification of changing polling locations during a state of emergency. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-17","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Election Laws","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4698","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1364738,"bill_number":"S2689","title":"Order relative to granting the joint committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security until June 1, 2020, within which time to make its final report on a current Senate document numbered 1401, relative to public safety.","description":"Relativerelative to public safety.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2689/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2689","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1364744,"bill_number":"H4693","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 184 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4693","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1364767,"bill_number":"H4692","title":"Authorizing the town of Plainville to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages.","description":"Authorizing the town of Plainville to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5061","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4692","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1364790,"bill_number":"H4699","title":"To protect elections","description":"For legislation to protect elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4699","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1364808,"bill_number":"H4696","title":"Relative to school trip refunds for parents","description":"Relative to school trip refunds during a declared state of emergency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/27/2020 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-05-22","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4696","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1364815,"bill_number":"H4695","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to employee Kevin Nichols, an employee of the Saugus Police Department, beyond the retirement age","description":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to employee Kevin Nichols, an employee of the Saugus Police Department, beyond the retirement age","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4695","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1364838,"bill_number":"H4694","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4694/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4694","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1365015,"bill_number":"H4684","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4684","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1365035,"bill_number":"H4686","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4686","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1365115,"bill_number":"H4701","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 Emergency Fund for Regional Transportation Authorities","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to provide financial assistance to regional transportation authorities in certain areas affected by COVID-19. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4701","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1365116,"bill_number":"S2683","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 legislation to establish a commission on quality patient outcomes and nurse staffing, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2683).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2683/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2683","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1365117,"bill_number":"H4697","title":"Providing for cash assistance to certain persons over 65 years of age who stopped working as a result of COVID-19 or stay-at-home advisory (The CARE Act)","description":"For legislation to provide cash assistance to certain persons 65 years of age or older who stopped working due to COVID-19. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/15/2020 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in The hearing will occur over Zoom","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Elder Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4697","sponsor":"Nika Elugardo"},
{"bill_id":1365119,"bill_number":"H4677","title":"To facilitate the delay of the income tax filing deadline","description":"To facilitate the delay of the income tax filing deadline","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-05-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4677/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4677","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1365122,"bill_number":"S2686","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 children, families and persons with disabilities matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish a newborn health and safe sleep pilot program, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2686).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2686/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2686","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1365124,"bill_number":"S2695","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"See H4672","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2695/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2695","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1365126,"bill_number":"S2681","title":"Relative to supplemental reserves in the town of Winchendon","description":"For legislation relative to supplemental reserves in the town of Winchendon. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 180 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2681/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2681","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1365127,"bill_number":"S2687","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document numbered 2413 relative to public safety","description":"For legislation to provide criminal justice reform protections to all prisoners in segregated confinement, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2687).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2687","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1365132,"bill_number":"S2693","title":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to change the use of a certain parcel of land acquired for park purposes","description":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to change the use of a certain parcel of land acquired for park purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2693/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2693","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1365135,"bill_number":"S2684","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 issues","description":"For legislationfor legislation to support affordable senior housing and services, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2684).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2684/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2684","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1365137,"bill_number":"S2679","title":"Relative to school bus driver licensing","description":"For legislation relative to school bus driver licensing, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2679).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2679/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2679","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1365139,"bill_number":"H4700","title":"Relative to emergency paid sick time","description":"Relative to emergency paid sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4928","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4700","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":1365140,"bill_number":"S2685","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document numbered 2601 relative to pet licensure requirements","description":"For legislation relative to rabies and other vaccination requirements and licensing, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2685).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2685/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2685","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1365141,"bill_number":"S2682","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document numbered 103 relative to nurse licensure compacts","description":"For legislation relative to nurse licensure compacts,- reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2682).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2682/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2682","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1365142,"bill_number":"H4690","title":"Text of an amendment, offered by Mr. Galvin of Canton, to the Order relative to temporary emergency House Rules (House, No. 4676). May 4, 2020.","description":"Relative to temporary emergency House Rules (House, No. 4676). May 4, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"See H4676","last_action_date":"2020-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4690","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1365226,"bill_number":"H4705","title":"Providing aid to nonprofit and charitable organizations in Gateway cities for the provision of services during the COVID-19 outbreak","description":"Relative to providing aid to nonprofit and charitable organizations in gateway cities for the provision of services during the COVID-19 outbreak. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-05-11","committee":"Community Development and Small Business","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4705/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4705","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1365231,"bill_number":"S2696","title":"Relative to radon testing","description":"For legislation relative to radon testing, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2696) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","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":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2696/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2696","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1365244,"bill_number":"S2697","title":"To reduce racial disparities in maternal health","description":"For legislation to reduce racial disparities in maternal health, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2697).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2697/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2697","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1365250,"bill_number":"H4706","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rebecca L. Stratford, an employee of Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rebecca L. Stratford, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4724","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4706","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1365261,"bill_number":"S2692","title":"Resolve establishing a sexual assault counselor certification task force","description":"For legislation to establish a sexual assault counselor certification task force, reports recommending that the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2692) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2692/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2692","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1365276,"bill_number":"H4704","title":"Changing the name of the board of selectmen in the town of Dedham to the select board","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill amending the charter of the town of Dedham (House, No. 4080). May 11, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4704/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4704","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
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{"bill_id":1365285,"bill_number":"S2690","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to training and preparation in the use of augmentative and alternative communication for students, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2690).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2690/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2690","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1365295,"bill_number":"S2700","title":"To provide liability protections for contractors, sub-contractors and unions during the COVID-19 Pandemic","description":"For legislation to provide liability protections for contractors, sub-contractors and unions during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2700/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2700","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1365302,"bill_number":"S2691","title":"Relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings","description":"For legislation relative to the certification of interpreters in educational settings, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2691).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2691/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2691","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1365308,"bill_number":"S2701","title":"Relative to emergency paid sick time","description":"For legislation relative to emergency paid sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2882","last_action_date":"2020-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2701/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2701","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
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{"bill_id":1365519,"bill_number":"S2699","title":"Relative to special police in the town of Weston","description":"For legislation relative to special police in the town of Weston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 221 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2699/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2699","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1365525,"bill_number":"S2698","title":"Relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists","description":"For legislation relative to acupuncture detoxification specialists, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2698) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2698/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2698","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":1365704,"bill_number":"H4708","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-13","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4733","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4708","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1365709,"bill_number":"H4707","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-13","last_action":"Accompanied H4802","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4707","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1365711,"bill_number":"H4709","title":"Amendment Order for H4039, An Act financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-13","last_action":"Adopted, see H4708","last_action_date":"2020-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4709","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1365926,"bill_number":"H4721","title":"For safe, healthy and inclusive elections","description":"Relative to elections and voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4721","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
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{"bill_id":1365946,"bill_number":"H4710","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-13","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4672","last_action_date":"2020-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4710","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1365954,"bill_number":"H4720","title":"Relative to emergency action on FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps","description":"Relative to zoning for flood insurance rate maps by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-05-28","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4720","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1366040,"bill_number":"H4717","title":"Providing for a MassHealth expansion in response to COVID-19","description":"By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Mark of Peru, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others that all persons who become unemployed as a result of COVID-19 have access to MassHealth coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4717","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1366047,"bill_number":"H4713","title":"Relative to COVID-19 emergency unemployment insurance expansion","description":"Relative to COVID-19 emergency unemployment insurance expansion","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4713","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366054,"bill_number":"H4711","title":"Amendment Order for 4708, An Act financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Adopted, see H4708","last_action_date":"2020-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4711","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1366114,"bill_number":"H4687","title":"Preparing Massachusetts for implementation of the family first act","description":"Preparing Massachusetts for implementation of the family first act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-05-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4687/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4687","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1366115,"bill_number":"H4715","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, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4715","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1366116,"bill_number":"H4719","title":"Authorizing the county of Dukes County to borrow funds to maintain a balanced airport enterprise budget for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 as a result of COVID-19 based financial impacts","description":"Relative to authorizing the county of Dukes County to borrow funds for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 as a result of COVID-19 based financial impacts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4719","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1366117,"bill_number":"S2702","title":"Providing COVID-19 emergency financial relief for veterans","description":"For legislation to provide COVID-19 emergency financial relief for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","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":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2702/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2702","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1366118,"bill_number":"H4714","title":"Authorizing the town of Hadley to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land","description":"That the town of Hadley be authorized to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land in said town to Kestrel Land Trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4833","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4714","sponsor":"Daniel Carey"},
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{"bill_id":1366139,"bill_number":"H4718","title":"Providing for a rent increase freeze in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to rent freeze and rent control during the state and federal state of emergency declarations of March, 2020. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5141","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4718","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1366284,"bill_number":"H4729","title":"Suspending student loan debt due to the COVID-19 emergency","description":"For legislation to suspend payment and collection of student loan payments provided for post-secondary education or vocational training during the COVID-19 emergency declaration and to designate certain outstanding bonds used to fund said loans as general obligation bonds. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5026","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4729","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1366370,"bill_number":"H4727","title":"Providing for emergency cash assistance in response to COVID-19","description":"By Ms. Gouveia of Acton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tami L. Gouveia and others that the Department of Revenue be authorized to provide emergency cash assistance to certain qualifying households. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4727","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1366419,"bill_number":"S2708","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"See H4672","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2708/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2708","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1366556,"bill_number":"H4728","title":"Relative to taxes while executive order 591 is in effect","description":"For legislation to extend the deadline for collection of certain taxes from restaurants, lodging and meeting venues during the declared state of emergency due to COVID-19. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4728/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4728","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1366564,"bill_number":"S2707","title":"Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery matters","description":"Relativerelative to Mental Health and Substance Use matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2707/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2707","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1366574,"bill_number":"H4730","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 Emergency Fund for Public Higher Education Institutions","description":"For legislation to establish a COVID-19 emergency fund to provide financial assistance to certain public institutions of higher education affected by COVID-19. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5026","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4730/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4730","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1366577,"bill_number":"H4733","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","description":"House, No. 4708, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-05-20","last_action":"Reported by H4932","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1366585,"bill_number":"S2709","title":"For safe, healthy and inclusive elections","description":"For legislation for safe, healthy and inclusive elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2709/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2709","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1366590,"bill_number":"H4726","title":"To provide equal stimulus checks to immigrant taxpayers","description":"Relative to stimulus checks to immigrant taxpayers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4726","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1366597,"bill_number":"H4725","title":"Authorizing the city of Melrose to convert certain liquor licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages for off premises consumption","description":"That the city of Melrose be authorized to convert up to three licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises to licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5171","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4725","sponsor":"Kate Lipper-Garabedian"},
{"bill_id":1366615,"bill_number":"H4722","title":"Retirement, benefits and other public service issues","description":"Relativerelative to retirement, benefits and other public service issues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-05-20","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H2169","last_action_date":"2020-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4722","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1366624,"bill_number":"S2706","title":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Continued Extension Order","description":"Relativerelative to Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2706/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2706","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1366633,"bill_number":"H4724","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rebecca L. Stratford, an employee of Department of Correction","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rebecca L. Stratford, an employee of Department of Correction","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4724","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1366703,"bill_number":"S2712","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"For legislation relative to apprenticeship programs, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2712) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2712/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2712","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366715,"bill_number":"S2711","title":"Regarding protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools","description":"For legislation relative to protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2711) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2711/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2711","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366734,"bill_number":"S2714","title":"Identifying corporate irresponsibility","description":"For legislationfor legislation to ensure that employees of companies that receive large tax breaks are paid a prevailing wage,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2714). (Representative Crocker of Barnstable dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2714/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2714","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366743,"bill_number":"H4746","title":"For unemployment rules for gig economy","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance for the gig economy, so-called. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4746","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1366746,"bill_number":"H4732","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 Local Food Access Emergency Fund","description":"By Ms. Domb of Amherst, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mindy Domb and others that the Department of Transitional Assistance be authorized to administer a $50,000,000 local food access emergency fund to provide financial assistance to food pantries severely affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4898","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4732","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1366756,"bill_number":"H4731","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 economic stabilization emergency fund for host communities of institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to establish a COVID-19 emergency fund to provide financial assistance to certain small businesses, non-profits and municipalities affected by COVID-19. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-05-18","committee":"Community Development and Small Business","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4731","sponsor":"Mindy Domb"},
{"bill_id":1366761,"bill_number":"H4723","title":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","description":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4723","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1366765,"bill_number":"H4742","title":"Providing protection for police and fire municipality workers in the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to providing protection for municipal police and fire workers during the COVID-19 emergency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4995","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4742","sponsor":"Patrick Kearney"},
{"bill_id":1366768,"bill_number":"H4743","title":"Assisting non-profits to provide for COVID-19 unemployment benefits","description":"Relative to assisting non-profit organizations to provide for COVID-19 unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5139","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4743","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
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{"bill_id":1366873,"bill_number":"S2713","title":"To provide bereavement leave to employees in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide bereavement leave to employees in Massachusetts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2713). (Representative McKenna of Webster dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2713/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2713","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366876,"bill_number":"H4745","title":"Providing hazard pay for essential workers in the COVID-19 emergency","description":"For legislation to provide hazard pay for essential workers in the COVID-19 emergency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4996","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4745","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1366877,"bill_number":"H4739","title":"Creating a presumption of relatedness for essential workers suffering from COVID-19","description":"For legislation to create a presumption of relatedness for essential workers suffering from COVID-19. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5139","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4739","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":1366881,"bill_number":"S2717","title":"Relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment","description":"For legislation relative to supervised injection facilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2717). (Representatives Scaccia of Boston, Whipps of Athol, Crocker of Barnstable and Sullivan of Abington dissenting)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2717/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2717","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1366883,"bill_number":"S2716","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2716) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2716/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2716","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366887,"bill_number":"H4748","title":"Establishing unemployment expansion during public health emergencies","description":"For legislation to further regulate unemployment assistance during public health or public safety emergencies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4823","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4748","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":1366891,"bill_number":"H4749","title":"Providing worker compensation protection to emergency response and medical personnel related to COVID-19 infection","description":"Relative to workers' compensation benefits for certain emergency response and medical personnel related to COVID-19 infection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5139","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4749","sponsor":"Christopher Hendricks"},
{"bill_id":1366892,"bill_number":"H4740","title":"Relative to emergency hazard health benefits for essential employees","description":"Relative to emergency hazard health benefits for essential employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4994","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4740","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1366897,"bill_number":"H4737","title":"Ensuring safe and participatory 2020 state elections in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to safety and participation in the 2020 state elections in response to COVID-19. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4762","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4737","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1366900,"bill_number":"H4736","title":"Relative to employee definition harmonization","description":"Relative to employment under the unemployment insurance program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4821","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4736","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":1366903,"bill_number":"H4738","title":"Relative to manufacturing and factory worker protection from COVID-19","description":"Relative to manufacturing and factory worker protection from the COVID-19 pandemic. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4822","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4738","sponsor":"Peter Capano"},
{"bill_id":1366906,"bill_number":"H4747","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 food service and hospitality worker relief fund","description":"By Messrs. Pignatelli of Lenox and Barrett of North Adams, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Smitty Pignatelli that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development be authorized to administer a $75,000,000 COVID-19 food service and hospitality worker relief fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4997","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4747","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1366910,"bill_number":"S2715","title":"Public safety","description":"Relativerelative public safety matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2715/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2715","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1366912,"bill_number":"H4741","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Thomas Hartley, an employee of Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Thomas Hartley, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4741","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":1366922,"bill_number":"S2710","title":"Creating a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers","description":"For legislation to create a special legislative commission to study barriers to job retention for low-income workers, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2710) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-21","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2710/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2710","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1366924,"bill_number":"H4744","title":"To provide liability protections for contractors, sub-contractors and unions during the COVID-19 Pandemic","description":"For legislation to provide liability protections for contractors, sub-contractors and unions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4744","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1367173,"bill_number":"S2718","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection and custody of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to children in the care, protection and custody of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2718/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2718","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1367267,"bill_number":"S2719","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts foster care review unit","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts foster care review unit","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2719/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2719","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1367321,"bill_number":"H4751","title":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","description":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-05-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2757","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4751","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1367400,"bill_number":"S2720","title":"Temporary Remote Voting Procedures","description":"Relative to temporary remote voting procedures for the Senate during the COVID-19 pandemic.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-26","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2020-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2720/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2720","sponsor":"Rules"},
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{"bill_id":1367634,"bill_number":"H4754","title":"Relative to commissioned employees","description":"Relative to employment rights and protections for certain commissioned employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5140","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4754","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1367637,"bill_number":"H4757","title":"Order regarding the establishment of a temporary special standing committee on Covid-19 Economic Response and Recovery Efforts","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-05-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4757","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1367641,"bill_number":"H4756","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rebecca L. Stratford, an employee of Department of Correction","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4724). May 28, 2020.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-05-28","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4756","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1367648,"bill_number":"S2721","title":"Relative to families impacted by substance misuse","description":"For legislation relative to families impacted by substance misuse, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2721) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-05-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2721/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2721","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1367651,"bill_number":"H4761","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Harwich as the hidden wounds memorial bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge on state highway Route 137 in the town of Harwich as the hidden wounds memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 268 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4761/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4761","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1367656,"bill_number":"H4753","title":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grand additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grand additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 229 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4753","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1367658,"bill_number":"H4755","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 nonprofit cultural organizations emergency relief fund","description":"Relative to establishing a COVID-19 nonprofit cultural organizations emergency relief fund. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4755","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1367661,"bill_number":"H4758","title":"Authorizing the Nauset regional school district to enter into renewable energy agreements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Nauset Regional School District to enter into renewable energy agreements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4830","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4758","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1367664,"bill_number":"H4760","title":"Creating a protective facial covering sales tax exemption","description":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for protective facial coverings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5109","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4760","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1367665,"bill_number":"H4759","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land and buildings to the city of Waltham","description":"By Messrs. Lawn of Watertown and Stanley of Waltham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John J. Lawn, Jr., and Thomas M. Stanley that the University of Massachusetts be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land and buildings to the city of Waltham. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4827","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4759/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4759","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1367872,"bill_number":"S2729","title":"Public health matters","description":"Relativerelative to public health matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2729/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2729","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1367886,"bill_number":"S2725","title":"Promoting governmental efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote governmental efficiency; and of David Paul Linsky, Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to open meeting law violation complaints, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2725).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2725/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2725","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":1367898,"bill_number":"S2723","title":"Establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2723) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-01","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2723/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2723","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1367901,"bill_number":"S2731","title":"To prevent COVID-19 deaths in senior living facilities","description":"For legislation to prevent COVID-19 deaths in senior living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2900","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2731/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2731","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":1367906,"bill_number":"S2732","title":"Relative to a COVID-19 presumption for public employees","description":"For legislation relative to a COVID-19 presumption for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/15/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Electronic Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-06-12","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2732/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2732","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1367915,"bill_number":"S2733","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"See S2680","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2733/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2733","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1367921,"bill_number":"S2726","title":"Relative to economic mobility for families with low-income","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to economic mobility for families with low-income, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2726) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2726/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2726","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1367930,"bill_number":"S2727","title":"Ensuring students’ access to academic transcripts","description":"For legislation to ensure students' access to academic transcripts, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2727) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2727/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2727","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
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{"bill_id":1368088,"bill_number":"H4762","title":"Relative to voting options in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to voting options in response to COVID-19","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4768","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4762/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4762","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":1368106,"bill_number":"S2735","title":"Providing a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide a bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2735) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2735/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2735","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1368113,"bill_number":"S2734","title":"Relative to fairness in debt collection","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in debt collection, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2734) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2734/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2734","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1368117,"bill_number":"S2724","title":"Relative to state assistance for funeral expenses","description":"For legislation relative to funeral expenses of indigent persons, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2724) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2724/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2724","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1368130,"bill_number":"H4769","title":"Authorizing remote participation at representative town meetings due to the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Relative to authorizing remote participation at representative town meetings due to the COVID-19 emergency. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4849","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4769","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
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{"bill_id":1368137,"bill_number":"S2722","title":"To promote asset building for low income residents","description":"For legislation to promote asset building for low income residents, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2722) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2722/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2722","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1368277,"bill_number":"S2741","title":"Relative to summer courses at virtual schools","description":"For legislation relative to summer courses at virtual schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2802","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2741/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2741","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":1368325,"bill_number":"H4773","title":"Authorizing the city of Cambridge to allow for a personal property tax exemption of $20,000 or less","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Cambridge to allow for an exemption from taxation of personal property not in excess of $20,000 of value. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 282 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4773","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
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{"bill_id":1368417,"bill_number":"H4776","title":"Providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy","description":"Relative to providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4826","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4776","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1368419,"bill_number":"S2736","title":"Protecting public higher education student information","description":"For legislation to protect public higher education student information, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2736).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2736/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2736","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1368421,"bill_number":"S2737","title":"Relative to early college high schools","description":"For legislation relative to early college high schools, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2737) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2737/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2737","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1368428,"bill_number":"S2740","title":"To expand take-out/delivery options in response to COVID-19","description":"For legislation to temporarily expand take-out and delivery options for local establishments licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-05-28","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2812","last_action_date":"2020-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2740/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2740","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":1368433,"bill_number":"S2743","title":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"Relativerelative to Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2743/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2743","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
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{"bill_id":1368436,"bill_number":"H4767","title":"Addressing challenges faced by food and beverage establishments resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic","description":"Addressing challenges faced by food and beverage establishments resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-02","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4774","last_action_date":"2020-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4767","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1368464,"bill_number":"S2738","title":"Relative to advance placement examinations","description":"For legislation relative to advance placement examinations, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2738) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2738/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2738","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1368478,"bill_number":"H4775","title":"Authorizing the town of Shutesbury to convey certain land","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4221). June 4, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4775","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1368484,"bill_number":"H4774","title":"Addressing challenges faced by food and beverage establishments resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic","description":"House bill No. 4767, as changed by the","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-03","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4774","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1368686,"bill_number":"S2744","title":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","description":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 316 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2744/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2744","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1368697,"bill_number":"S2739","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Recommended new text of H4547","last_action_date":"2020-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2739/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2739","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":1368714,"bill_number":"S2742","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Marzilli, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Marzilli, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 199 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2742/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2742","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1368830,"bill_number":"S2750","title":"Promoting access, agency, connectivity, efficiency, & safety to fight the spread of COVID19","description":"For legislation to promote financial stability and asset development, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2750).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2750/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2750","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1368831,"bill_number":"H4772","title":"Transportation","description":"Relativerelative to parking, licenses and other transportation issues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-08","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3014","last_action_date":"2020-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4772","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1368832,"bill_number":"S2747","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise M. Lazzara, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establishing a sick leave bank for Denise M. Lazzara, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-04-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2747/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2747","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1368833,"bill_number":"S2749","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nicholas Asselin, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nicholas Asselin, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2761","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2749/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2749","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1368834,"bill_number":"H4778","title":"Relative to voting options in response to COVID-19","description":"House bill No. 4768, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-04","last_action":"Reported by H4820","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1368835,"bill_number":"S2745","title":"Relative to end of life options","description":"For legislation relative to end of life options, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2745) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-08","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":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2745/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2745","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1368836,"bill_number":"S2748","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patrick Burns, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patrick Burns, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2762","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2748/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2748","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1368837,"bill_number":"H4779","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Richard Drury","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Richard Drury","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 276 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4779","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1369092,"bill_number":"S2754","title":"Revising the town charter of Lunenburg","description":"Revising the town charter of Lunenburg","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2754/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2754","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1369110,"bill_number":"S2756","title":"Emergency Rules Governing Sessions","description":"Relative to emergency rules governing session for the Senate during the COVID-19 pandemic.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-09","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2020-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2756/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2756","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":1369118,"bill_number":"S2751","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 legislation","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to scope of practice, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2751).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2751/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2751","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1369121,"bill_number":"S2753","title":"To Ensure the Collection of COVID-19 Data","description":"To Ensure the Collection of COVID-19 Data","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2840","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2753/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2753","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1369147,"bill_number":"S2755","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-16","last_action":"See H4778","last_action_date":"2020-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2755/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2755","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1369152,"bill_number":"S2746","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2746/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2746","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1369285,"bill_number":"S2757","title":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","description":"To mitigate arbovirus in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2757/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2757","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1369370,"bill_number":"S2758","title":"Order relative to granting the committee on the Judiciary until June 30, 2020, within which time to make its final report on current Senate document numbered 2700","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2758/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2758","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
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{"bill_id":1369686,"bill_number":"S2760","title":"Protecting the health and safety of puppies and kittens in cities and towns and enhancing the issuance of citations for cruel conditions for animals","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to impose penalties for cruel conditions for animals; and of David M. Rogers and others relative to remedy for the sale of sick puppies and kittens, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2760).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Bill reported by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2760/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2760","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1369797,"bill_number":"H4789","title":"Authorizing the city of Framingham to amend the income qualifications for a certain tax deferral program","description":"Relative to authorizing the city of Framingham to amend the income qualifications for a certain tax deferral program in said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4789","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
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{"bill_id":1369845,"bill_number":"H4784","title":"Promoting community immunity","description":"Promoting community immunity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4784","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":1369865,"bill_number":"H4781","title":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","description":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4781","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":1369891,"bill_number":"H4783","title":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","description":"Protecting children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4783","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
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{"bill_id":1370623,"bill_number":"H4796","title":"Relative to creditable service for Susan Floyd","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul W. Mark that the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service to Susan Floyd. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5004","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4796","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1370625,"bill_number":"H4797","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Plymouth","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Plymouth relative to appointments to the board of health of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 315 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4797","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1370631,"bill_number":"S2766","title":"To reduce exposure to BPA","description":"For legislation to reduce exposure to BPA, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2766) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2766/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2766","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1370633,"bill_number":"S2765","title":"Creating a commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private middle and high schools","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2765) ought to pass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2765/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2765","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1370642,"bill_number":"H4793","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4793","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1370646,"bill_number":"S2767","title":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","description":"For legislation to ensure safe patient access to emergency care, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2767) ought to pass.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2931","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2767/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2767","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1370652,"bill_number":"S2770","title":"Authorizing the lease of the former Lee Pool Complex located in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the lease of the former Lee Pool Complex located in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-02-27","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2770/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2770","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1370659,"bill_number":"H4792","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4792","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1370667,"bill_number":"H4790","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4790","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1370690,"bill_number":"H4795","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul McBrien, an employee of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul McBrien, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4795","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":1370697,"bill_number":"S2768","title":"To create a stroke system of care","description":"To create a stroke system of care","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2768/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2768","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1370702,"bill_number":"H4794","title":"To improve police officer standards and accountability and to improve training","description":"Relative to improving police officer standards and accountability and to improve training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4794","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1370707,"bill_number":"S2769","title":"Putting Patients First","description":"SENATE, June 18, 2020 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services (Senate, No. 612) (also based on Senate, No. 596), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled \"An Act Putting Patients First\" (Senate, No. 2769).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2796","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2769/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2769","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1370718,"bill_number":"S2771","title":"Transferring employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department","description":"For legislation to transfer employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2792","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2771/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2771","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1370735,"bill_number":"H4791","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4791/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4791","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1371073,"bill_number":"S2775","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance benefits for replacement workers, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2775).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2775/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2775","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1371074,"bill_number":"H4798","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4798","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1371079,"bill_number":"S2776","title":"Relative to healthcare consumer health options and increased care efficiency","description":"For legislation relative to healthcare consumer health options and increased care efficiency. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-12","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":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2776/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2776","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1371088,"bill_number":"H4806","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill. June 19, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4806","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1371090,"bill_number":"S2774","title":"Authorizing the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences","description":"For legislationfor legislation to authorize the option of providing basic common sense health services for residents of assisted living residences, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2774).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Read and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2774/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2774","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1371094,"bill_number":"H4804","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2328","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4804","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371104,"bill_number":"S2773","title":"Relative to patient safety in nursing homes","description":"For legislation relative to patient safety in nursing homes, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2773).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2773/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2773","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1371105,"bill_number":"S2772","title":"Relative to establishing and implementing a Food and Health Pilot Program","description":"For legislation relative to establishing and implementing a Food and Health Pilot Program, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2772).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2772/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2772","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1371106,"bill_number":"H4805","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4805","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371108,"bill_number":"H4800","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4800","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":1371110,"bill_number":"H4802","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4808","last_action_date":"2020-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4802","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371113,"bill_number":"H4803","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4803","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371114,"bill_number":"H4801","title":"To protect the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees","description":"To protect the collective bargaining rights of certain administrative employees","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4801","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1371115,"bill_number":"H4799","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4799","sponsor":"Stephan Hay"},
{"bill_id":1371639,"bill_number":"S2785","title":"Promoting housing stability and homelessness prevention through a right to counsel pilot program in Massachusetts in response to the COVID-emergency","description":"For legislation to promote housing stability and homelessness prevention through a right to counsel pilot program in Massachusetts in response to the COVID-emergency. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2785/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2785","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1371642,"bill_number":"S2779","title":"To authorize the conveyance by easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Harvard","description":"For legislation to authorize the conveyance by easement and change of use of conservation land in the town of Harvard. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"New draft substituted (Eldridge), see S2866","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2779/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2779","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1371646,"bill_number":"H4808","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement","description":"House bill No. 4802, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 24, 2020.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2020-07-24","last_action":"Item 1599-1232 passed over veto - 127 YEAS to 31 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 236)","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4808","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1371656,"bill_number":"S2787","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Charlotte Charest, an employee of the Middlesex Probate and Family Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Charlotte Charest, an employee of the Middlesex Probate and Family Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2787/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2787","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1371663,"bill_number":"S2786","title":"Relative to protecting our public higher education system during the COVID-19 pandemic","description":"For legislation relative to protecting our public higher education system during the COVID-19 pandemic. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-05-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2786/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2786","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1371667,"bill_number":"S2777","title":"Relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes","description":"For legislation relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2777).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2777/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2777","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1371676,"bill_number":"S2784","title":"Providing for the permanent protection and stewardship of the historic Lampson Brook Farm in Belchertown","description":"For legislation to provide for the permanent protection and stewardship of the historic Lampson Brook Farm in Belchertown. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-05-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2972","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2784/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2784","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1371708,"bill_number":"S2778","title":"Establishing collective bargaining rights for TNC drivers","description":"For legislation to establish collective bargaining rights for TNC drivers, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2778).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2778/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2778","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1371709,"bill_number":"S2788","title":"To improve the governance of the Soldiers’ Homes","description":"To improve the governance of the Soldiers’ Homes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":"Veterans and Federal Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2788/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2788","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1371851,"bill_number":"H4811","title":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals for seniors","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4811","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1371855,"bill_number":"H4810","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-25","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4810","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1371872,"bill_number":"H4809","title":"Authorizing the town of Groton to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"Authorizing the town of Groton to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 244 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4809","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1371877,"bill_number":"S2790","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"See H4733","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2790/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2790","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371965,"bill_number":"S2783","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"See H4362","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2783/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2783","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371966,"bill_number":"H4814","title":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of Dartmouth","description":"By Representative Markey of Dartmouth and Senator Montigny, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Christopher M. Markey and Mark C. Montigny that the Dartmouth Housing Authority be authorized to lease a portion of land located in the town of Dartmouth to Partners in Housing, LLC for affordable housing purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4814","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":1371967,"bill_number":"S2780","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to release its interest by deed or to grant an easement in a certain parcel of land in the City of Fall River","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to release its interest by deed or to grant an easement in a certain parcel of land in the City of Fall River","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2780/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2780","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1371969,"bill_number":"S2793","title":"Transferring employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department","description":"Transferring employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2793/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2793","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1371973,"bill_number":"S2792","title":"Transferring employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department.","description":"For legislation to transfer employees of the North Shore Regional 911 Center to the State 911 Department, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2792).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2793","last_action_date":"2020-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2792/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2792","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1371976,"bill_number":"S2789","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"See H4808","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2789/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2789","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371977,"bill_number":"H4819","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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4819","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371978,"bill_number":"H4820","title":"Relative to voting options in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to voting options in response to COVID-19 (House, No. 4778), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4820).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1371982,"bill_number":"H4817","title":"Extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization","description":"Extending simulcasting and horse racing authorization","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4817","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371983,"bill_number":"H4815","title":"Authorizing Michael Cheung to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board","description":"By Messrs. Crocker of Barnstable and Whelan of Brewster, a petition (subject to Joint Rules 12 and 7A) of William L. Crocker, Jr., and Timothy R. Whelan that Michael Cheung be authorized to purchase certain creditable service from the Barnstable County Retirement Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 216 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4815","sponsor":"William Crocker"},
{"bill_id":1371984,"bill_number":"S2794","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to retirement benefits for Demetrios Promousas","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Demetrios Promousas, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2794).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2794/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2794","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1371987,"bill_number":"S2782","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to dispose of certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2782/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2782","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371990,"bill_number":"S2781","title":"Authorizing the release of an agricultural preservation restriction of certain land in Plymouth","description":"Authorizing the release of an agricultural preservation restriction of certain land in Plymouth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2781/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2781","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1371992,"bill_number":"H4816","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alexandra Jordankova, an employee of the department of developmental services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alexandra Jordankova, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 183 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4816","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":1371993,"bill_number":"H4818","title":"To reduce racial inequities in maternal health","description":"To reduce racial inequities in maternal health","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 348 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4818","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1372005,"bill_number":"S2795","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to revenue issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to promote healthy alternatives to sugary drinks, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2795).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2795/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2795","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":1372104,"bill_number":"H4822","title":"Relative to manufacturing and factory worker protection from COVID-19","description":"Relative to manufacturing and factory worker protection from COVID-19","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4822","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1372108,"bill_number":"H4823","title":"Establishing unemployment expansion during public health emergencies","description":"Establishing unemployment expansion during public health emergencies","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4823","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1372115,"bill_number":"H4821","title":"Relative to employee definition harmonization","description":"Relative to employee definition harmonization","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-06-30","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4821","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1372287,"bill_number":"S2796","title":"Putting Patients First","description":"Putting Patients First","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"For report, see S2984","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2796/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2796","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1372421,"bill_number":"H4825","title":"Providing certain retirement benefits for Thomas W. Devlin, a trooper of the department of state police","description":"Providing certain retirement benefits for Thomas W. Devlin, a trooper of the department of state police","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4825","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1372433,"bill_number":"H4834","title":"Relative to the Revere & Son Heritage Trust Corporation","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4442). July 2, 2020","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4834/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4834","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1372441,"bill_number":"H4826","title":"Providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy","description":"Providing survivor benefits to Ava Roy, the daughter of fallen firefighter Christopher Roy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 203 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4826","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1372455,"bill_number":"S2798","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the cost of living adjustment for state and teacher retirees, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2798 ).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2798/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2798","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1372474,"bill_number":"H4824","title":"To create a Boston Fire Department cadet program","description":"To create a Boston Fire Department cadet program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4919","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4824","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1372480,"bill_number":"H4835","title":"The establishment of a joint oversight committee to make an investigation and study of the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke COVID-19 outbreak","description":"Relative to the establishment of a joint oversight committee to make an investigation and study of the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke COVID-19 outbreak. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4835","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
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{"bill_id":1372488,"bill_number":"H4833","title":"Authorizing the town of Hadley to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4714). July 2, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4833","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1372495,"bill_number":"H4832","title":"Regarding a parcel of land in Holyoke","description":"Relative to the designation of certain park or open space land in the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4873","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4832","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":1372650,"bill_number":"S2797","title":"Judiciary","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2797/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2797","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1372655,"bill_number":"S2803","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 ethics in organ transplants","description":"For legislation relative to ethics in organ transplants, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2803).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2803/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2803","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1372657,"bill_number":"S2802","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to summer courses at virtual schools","description":"For legislation relative to summer courses at virtual schools, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2802).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2802/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2802","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1372659,"bill_number":"S2800","title":"To reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color","description":"To reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-07-14","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2820","last_action_date":"2020-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2800/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2800","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1372661,"bill_number":"H4840","title":"Relative to military family support and unemployment transformation","description":"Relative to military family support and unemployment transformation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4840","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1372663,"bill_number":"S2799","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"See H4808","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2799/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2799","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1372667,"bill_number":"H4837","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maria Boverini, an employee of the Essex County Juvenile Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maria Boverini, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 176 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4837","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":1372669,"bill_number":"H4839","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Barnstable to grant an easement","description":"That the city known as the town of Barnstable be authorized to grant an easement to Eversource Energy. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4906","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4839","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1372671,"bill_number":"H4836","title":"Exempting visiting trainees from certain employment requirements","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance and family medical leave benefits for certain visiting trainees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-03","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 08/03/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4836","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1372756,"bill_number":"H4842","title":"Regarding a pavilion in Mary Dennison Park","description":"Relative to authorizing the city of Framingham to erect a permanent pavilion exceeding 600 square feet in Mary Dennison Park in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 232 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4842/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4842","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1372758,"bill_number":"H4828","title":"Prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles","description":"Prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-07","last_action":"Amendment (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) adopted, see H4930","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4828","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1372767,"bill_number":"H4841","title":"Relative to accountability for vulnerable children and families","description":"Relative to accountability for vulnerable children and families","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-07","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4852","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4841/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4841","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1372772,"bill_number":"H4829","title":"To improve and modernize the information technology systems and capacities of the judiciary","description":"To improve and modernize the information technology systems and capacities of the judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4829","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1372775,"bill_number":"H4827","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land and buildings to the city of Waltham","description":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land and buildings to the city of Waltham","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4927","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4827","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1372777,"bill_number":"H4830","title":"Authorizing the Nauset regional school district to enter into renewable energy agreements","description":"Authorizing the Nauset regional school district to enter into renewable energy agreements","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 196 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4830","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1372835,"bill_number":"S2809","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to passenger rail","description":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to passenger rail","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2809/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2809","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Rules"},
{"bill_id":1372836,"bill_number":"S2810","title":"Relative to the secretary of veterans’ services","description":"For legislation to make the Secretary of Veterans Services a cabinet level position. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2810/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2810","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":1372837,"bill_number":"S2807","title":"Providing for a gender-neutral charter in the town of Walpole","description":"Providing for a gender-neutral charter in the town of Walpole","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 275 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2807/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2807","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1372840,"bill_number":"S2808","title":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to fresh food retail","description":"Order relative to authorizing the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to fresh food retail","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2808/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2808","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Rules"},
{"bill_id":1372841,"bill_number":"H4844","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to release easements upon certain real property in the town of Stoneham","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to release easements upon certain real property in the town of Stoneham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4844","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1372845,"bill_number":"S2805","title":"To prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications","description":"For legislationfor legislation to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudication, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2805).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2805/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2805","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
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{"bill_id":1372849,"bill_number":"S2806","title":"Relative to strengthening public safety through interlock devices","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening public safety through interlock devices, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2806).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2806/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2806","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1372850,"bill_number":"S2801","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"See H4178","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2801/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2801","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1372855,"bill_number":"H4846","title":"Relative to the appointment of a school committee member in the town of Sandwich","description":"Relative to the appointment of a school committee member in the town of Sandwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4846","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1372856,"bill_number":"S2804","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2804).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2804/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2804","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1372857,"bill_number":"H4848","title":"Providing for the appointment and removal authority of the town administrator of the town of Wilbraham for officers and employees of the town other than those employees of the Wilbraham Police Department, Wilbraham Fire Department and Wilbraham Department of Public Works","description":"Relative to the appointment and removal authority of the town administrator of the town of Wilbraham. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-09-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4848/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4848","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":1372859,"bill_number":"H4850","title":"Relative to improving safety on the roads of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to improving safety on the roads of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4850","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1372860,"bill_number":"H4845","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bond for transportation improvements to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bond for transportation improvements to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4845","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1372861,"bill_number":"H4847","title":"Relative to change the name of the board of selectmen of the town of Billerica to select board to exhibit gender neutrality","description":"That the town of Billerica be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4988","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4847","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":1372871,"bill_number":"H4849","title":"Further addressing challenges to municipalities caused by the COVID-19 emergency","description":"Further addressing challenges to municipalities caused by the COVID-19 emergency","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4849","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1373027,"bill_number":"S2812","title":"To expand take-out/delivery options in response to COVID-19","description":"To expand take-out/delivery options in response to COVID-19","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2812/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2812","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373037,"bill_number":"S2811","title":"Authorizing certain investments by the Treasurer of the town of East Bridgewater","description":"For legislation to authorize certain investments by the Treasurer of the town of East Bridgewater. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2811/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2811","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":1373047,"bill_number":"S2813","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-10","last_action":"See H4547","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2813/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2813","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373151,"bill_number":"H4399","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to supply itself and its inhabitants with water","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4159). July 13, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 281 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4399/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4399","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
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{"bill_id":1373178,"bill_number":"S2816","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement to the City of Lynn","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement to the city of Lynn. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 304 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2816/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2816","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1373195,"bill_number":"H4852","title":"Relative to accountability for vulnerable children and families","description":"House bill No. 4841, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. July 9, 2020.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"House concurred in the Senate amendment with a further amendment","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4852/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4852","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1373211,"bill_number":"S2815","title":"Eliminating the statute of limitation in civil child sexual abuse cases","description":"For legislation to eliminate the statute of limitation in civil child sexual abuse cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2815/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2815","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1373216,"bill_number":"S2817","title":"Relative to an easement in Lynn","description":"For legislation relative to an easement in Lynn. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2875","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2817/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2817","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
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{"bill_id":1373227,"bill_number":"S2814","title":"Responding to the COVID-19 emergency by instituting a moratorium of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System","description":"For legislation to respond to the COVID-19 emergency by instituting a moratorium of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2899","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2814/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2814","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1373372,"bill_number":"S2818","title":"To address estate recovery issues due to COVID-19","description":"For legislation to address estate recovery issues due to COVID-19. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-18","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2818/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2818","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1373382,"bill_number":"H4855","title":"Authorizing the town of Plainfield to continue the employment of Fire Chief David Alvord","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4855). July 15, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 185 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4855/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4855","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1373389,"bill_number":"H4854","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"Enabling partnerships for growth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4879","last_action_date":"2020-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4854/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4854","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1373393,"bill_number":"S2819","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"See H4733","last_action_date":"2020-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2819/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2819","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1373408,"bill_number":"S2820","title":"To reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color","description":"To reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-07-14","last_action":"For report, see S2963","last_action_date":"2020-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2820/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2820","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1373446,"bill_number":"S2823","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"See S2800","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2823/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2823","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
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{"bill_id":1373450,"bill_number":"S2824","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"See S2800","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2824/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2824","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1373454,"bill_number":"H4857","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Greta Long, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Greta Long, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4859","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4857/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4857","sponsor":"Jon Santiago"},
{"bill_id":1373460,"bill_number":"S2822","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"See S2800","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2822/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2822","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":1373461,"bill_number":"H4858","title":"Relative to certain retirement benefits for the surviving spouse of a state police officer injured in the line of duty","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Felicia O’Connor, the surviving spouse of John Bernard O’Connor, a retired state police officer injured in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5239","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4858/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4858","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1373467,"bill_number":"S2825","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"See S2800","last_action_date":"2020-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2825/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2825","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1373468,"bill_number":"S2826","title":"Relative to the reorganization of the water, highway and park/cemetery departments and commissioners in the town of Topsfield","description":"For legislation relative to the reorganization of the water, highway and park/cemetery departments and commissioners in the town of Topsfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 340 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2826/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2826","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1373469,"bill_number":"S2827","title":"Amending the Newbury general by-laws from board of selectmen to select board","description":"For legislation to amend the Newbury general by-laws from board of selectmen to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2827/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2827","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":1373662,"bill_number":"H4864","title":"Removing certain positions from Massachusetts civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the police department of the city of Framingham from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 233 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4864","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1373664,"bill_number":"S2833","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"See S2813","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2833/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2833","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1373667,"bill_number":"H4861","title":"Amendment Order for Senate Bill No. 2820, “An Act to reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color”","description":"Relative to special procedures for consideration of the Senate Bill to reform police standards and shift resources to build a more equitable, fair and just commonwealth that values Black lives and communities of color (Senate, No. 2820). July 20, 2020.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Adopted, see S2820","last_action_date":"2020-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4861/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4861","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
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{"bill_id":1373676,"bill_number":"H4866","title":"Authorizing the town of Littleton to use certain land for construction of a water treatment facility without Article 97 restrictions on such use","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4387). July 20, 2020","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 210 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4866","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1373678,"bill_number":"S2828","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws","description":"Modernizing the credit union laws","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 338 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2828/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2828","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373684,"bill_number":"H4863","title":"Relative to 1 Water Street in Beverly","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land in said city currently held by the Beverly Harbor Management Authority for park and recreational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4863","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1373686,"bill_number":"H4859","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Greta Long, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Greta Long, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4859/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4859","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1373690,"bill_number":"S2832","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Works Progress Administration","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Works Progress Administration. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","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":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2832/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2832","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1373696,"bill_number":"S2821","title":"Order relative to granting the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery until July 29, 2020, within which time to make its final report on current Senate documents numbered 1144, 1145, 1152, 1153, 1154 and 1160","description":"Relativerelative to Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery matters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Senate concurs in the House amendment","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2821/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2821","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1373701,"bill_number":"S2831","title":"To guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery","description":"For legislation to guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2918","last_action_date":"2020-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2831/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2831","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
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{"bill_id":1373711,"bill_number":"S2835","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2835/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2835","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373713,"bill_number":"H4867","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Leicester as the John J. Binienda memorial bridge","description":"That the town of Leicester be authorized to designate a certain bridge in said town as the John J. Binienda memorial bridge. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 320 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4867","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1373715,"bill_number":"H4865","title":"Establishing the Littleton Common Smart Sewer District in the town of Littleton","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3937). July 20, 2020","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 279 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4865/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4865","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1373718,"bill_number":"S2830","title":"To address challenges faced by restaurants and other establishments due to COVID-19","description":"To address challenges faced by restaurants and other establishments due to COVID-19","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2830/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2830","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373721,"bill_number":"H4868","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Leicester as the Private First-Class Eugene Joseph Paranteau memorial bridge","description":"That the town of Leicester designate a certain bridge in said town as the Private First-Class Eugene Joseph Paranteau memorial bridge. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 317 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4868","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1373727,"bill_number":"S2829","title":"Relative to Craft Brewers","description":"Relative to Craft Brewers (Senate, No. 104),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2829).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2841","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2829/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2829","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1373861,"bill_number":"H4869","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor submitting requests for making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill. July 21, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4905","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4869","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1373867,"bill_number":"S2836","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"See H4547","last_action_date":"2020-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2836/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2836","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1373974,"bill_number":"H4871","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2020-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4871","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":1373980,"bill_number":"H4870","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4870","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1373985,"bill_number":"H4873","title":"Regarding a parcel of land in Holyoke","description":"Regarding a parcel of land in Holyoke","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4873/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4873","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1374135,"bill_number":"H4877","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Northampton","description":"By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Joanne M. Comerford that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Northampton to said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5231","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4877/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4877","sponsor":"Lindsay Sabadosa"},
{"bill_id":1374140,"bill_number":"S2839","title":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested senior citizens","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Harvard to establish a cap on property taxes for means tested senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2839/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2839","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1374146,"bill_number":"S2840","title":"To ensure the collection of COVID-19 data","description":"To ensure the collection of COVID-19 data","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2840/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2840","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1374152,"bill_number":"H4876","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Miguel Rivera, an employee of the Hampden County Jail","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Miguel Rivera, an employee of the Hampden County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-03-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4897","last_action_date":"2020-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4876/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4876","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":1374159,"bill_number":"H4878","title":"To guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery","description":"Relative to the housing market during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5018","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4878/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4878","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1374170,"bill_number":"S2837","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Randolph to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to authorize the city known as the town of Randolph to grant additional liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2929","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2837/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2837","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1374207,"bill_number":"H4874","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"Enabling partnerships for growth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2020-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4874/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4874","sponsor":"Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":1374213,"bill_number":"S2838","title":"Relative to the position of treasurer collector in the town of Lakeville","description":"For legislation relative to the position of treasurer collector in the town of Lakeville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2838/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2838","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1374219,"bill_number":"H4875","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carissa Sinclair, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carissa Sinclair, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 215 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4875/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4875","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1374383,"bill_number":"H4882","title":"Relative to equitable regional school agreements","description":"Relative to the apportionment of expenses under regional school district agreements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5138","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4882","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1374384,"bill_number":"H4885","title":"Authorizing the lease of Commonwealth property in the town of Oak Bluffs to the Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. for the property's continued use for shellfish propagation and other fisheries resources research and management activities","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Falmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land to the Martha’s Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-05-04","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5211","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4885","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1374385,"bill_number":"H4884","title":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases","description":"Relative to tort actions for latent diseases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-02-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4884/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4884","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1374387,"bill_number":"H4883","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 homeowner protection act","description":"For legislation to establish homeowner protections due to COVID-19. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-09","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 08/03/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4883","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1374388,"bill_number":"H4879","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"Enabling partnerships for growth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-24","last_action":"Amendment #266 (Sullivan) rejected","last_action_date":"2020-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4879/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4879","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374389,"bill_number":"H4881","title":"Relative to licensing board membership","description":"Relative to the membership of licensing boards of certain cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-09-30","last_action":"Hearing rescheduled to 08/10/2020 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-08-17","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4881/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4881","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":1374391,"bill_number":"H4880","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain items contained in section 2A of the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement (see House, No. 4808, amended). July 24, 2020.","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain items contained in section 2A of the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to authorize certain COVID-19 spending in anticipation of federal reimbursement (see House, No. 4808, amended). July 24, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-24","last_action":"See H4808","last_action_date":"2020-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4880/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4880","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1374461,"bill_number":"H4892","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the city of Newton","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the city of Newton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4892","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1374479,"bill_number":"H4895","title":"Resolve creating a technical fix to the Ocean Acidification Commission","description":"Relative to the membership and the reviving and continuation of the Ocean Acidification Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4895","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
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{"bill_id":1374494,"bill_number":"H4894","title":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","description":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4922","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4894","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1374506,"bill_number":"H4891","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Chelsea","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Chelsea","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 274 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4891","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374510,"bill_number":"H4893","title":"Providing for a study of noise impacts from the confluence of Interstates 93 and 495","description":"Providing for a study of noise impacts from the confluence of Interstates 93 and 495","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4893","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1374533,"bill_number":"S2844","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2844/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2844","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1374614,"bill_number":"S2850","title":"Relative to false reporting of an emergency","description":"For legislation relative to false reporting of an emergency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2850/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2850","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
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{"bill_id":1374621,"bill_number":"S2845","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Concerning genocide education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2845/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2845","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374627,"bill_number":"H4903","title":"Relative to change the name of the Board of Selectmen of the Town of North Andover to Select Board to exhibit gender neutrality","description":"That the town of North Andover be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-28","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4989","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4903","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1374629,"bill_number":"H4906","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Barnstable to grant an easement","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4839). July 28, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4906","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
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{"bill_id":1374636,"bill_number":"H4907","title":"To establish the Massachusetts works progress administration","description":"For legislation to authorize the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development to establish a works progress to employ certain unemployed residents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5136","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4907","sponsor":"Danillo Sena"},
{"bill_id":1374641,"bill_number":"S2849","title":"Creating a special commission to scope a state grant or low interest loan program for properties prone to flooding","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to scope a state grant or low interest loan program for properties prone to flooding. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2849/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2849","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1374642,"bill_number":"S2846","title":"Relative to inmate telephone calls","description":"Relative to inmate telephone calls","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2846/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2846","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374649,"bill_number":"H4902","title":"Amending the charter of the Town of North Andover Town Meeting Warrant Posting","description":"That the town of North Andover be authorized to amend the charter of said town relative to posting of town meeting warrants. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4902","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1374652,"bill_number":"H4904","title":"Exempting Richard Bruno, Daniel Smart and Michael Soltys from the maximum age requirement for firefighters in the Town of North Andover","description":"By Representatives Minicucci of North Andover and Nguyen of Andover, a petition of Christina A. Minicucci and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) that Richard Bruno, Daniel Smart and Michael Soltys shall be eligible for original appointment to the position of firefighter in the town of North Andover. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4904","sponsor":"Christina Minicucci"},
{"bill_id":1374656,"bill_number":"S2847","title":"Relative to the position of Deputy Chief of Police in the town of Carver","description":"For legislation relative to the position of Deputy Chief of Police in the town of Carver. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 239 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2847/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2847","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":1374662,"bill_number":"S2843","title":"Relative to step therapy and patient safety","description":"Relative to step therapy and patient safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2843/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2843","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374684,"bill_number":"H4908","title":"To continue the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people","description":"For legislation to continue the Citizens Commission concerning a constitutional amendment to secure government of the people. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4908","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
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{"bill_id":1374745,"bill_number":"H4887","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"House bill No. 4879, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-28","last_action":"Reported by H5250","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4887","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1374748,"bill_number":"H4909","title":"Amendment Order for Senate Bill No. 2500, “An Act setting next-generation climate policy”","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. July 29, 2020.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Adopted, see S2500","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4909","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1374750,"bill_number":"S2851","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"See H4073","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2851/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2851","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1374754,"bill_number":"H4898","title":"Establishing a COVID-19 Local Food Access Emergency Fund","description":"Establishing a COVID-19 Local Food Access Emergency Fund","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4898","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1374756,"bill_number":"H4910","title":"Order Suspending Joint Rule 12A","description":"Order Suspending Joint Rule 12A","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-29","last_action":"House concurred in the Senate amendment","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4910","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1374760,"bill_number":"H4915","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Brighton section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the Brighton section of the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 188 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4915","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1374761,"bill_number":"H4911","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain portion of the Gardner Heritage State Park to the city of Gardner","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain portion of the Gardner Heritage State Park to the city of Gardner","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4911","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1374847,"bill_number":"H4919","title":"To create a Boston Fire Department cadet program","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4824). July 30, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 242 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4919","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1374848,"bill_number":"S2864","title":"Relative to improving access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder","description":"Relative to improving access to treatment for individuals with perinatal substance use disorder","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2864/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2864","sponsor":"Rules"},
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{"bill_id":1374851,"bill_number":"S2866","title":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to convey an easement over a certain parcel of conservation land","description":"Authorizing the town of Harvard to convey an easement over a certain parcel of conservation land","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2866/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2866","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1374852,"bill_number":"S2868","title":"Enhancing worker protection","description":"For legislation to enhance worker protection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2868/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2868","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
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{"bill_id":1374859,"bill_number":"S2867","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Sharon L. Kelley, an employee of the trial court of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Sharon L. Kelley, an employee of the trial court of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 195 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2867/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2867","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1374860,"bill_number":"S2872","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tamerisa Sanchez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tamerisa Sanchez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2892","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2872/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2872","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":1374861,"bill_number":"H4920","title":"Designating and transferring certain land in the town of Norfolk for conservation, open space, water supply protection, and recreation purposes","description":"Designating and transferring certain land in the town of Norfolk for conservation, open space, water supply protection, and recreation purposes","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4920","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374863,"bill_number":"S2871","title":"Relative to source plasma donation centers","description":"For legislation relative to source plasma donation centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied H4979","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2871/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2871","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1374864,"bill_number":"S2869","title":"To protect working parents during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"For legislation to protect working parents during the COVID-19 emergency. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2901","last_action_date":"2020-08-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2869/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2869","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1374865,"bill_number":"S2863","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":"2020-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2863/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2863","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1374866,"bill_number":"S2870","title":"Relative to the Baker Hill Road District","description":"For legislation relative to the Baker Hill Road District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 156 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2870/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2870","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1374867,"bill_number":"H4917","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of easements and conservation restrictions to watershed lands of the city known as the town of West Springfield","description":"That the city known as the town of West Springfield be authorized to grant easements and conservation restrictions to all or portions of certain parcels of land owned by said city to the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4982","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4917/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4917","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":1374868,"bill_number":"H4921","title":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","description":"Promoting awareness of sewage pollution in public waters","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 322 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4921","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1375011,"bill_number":"S2883","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"See H4179","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2883/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2883","sponsor":"Rules"},
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{"bill_id":1375018,"bill_number":"H4922","title":"Relative to clean energy generation at the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4894). July 30, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4922","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
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{"bill_id":1375022,"bill_number":"H4924","title":"To promote the well-being of minor children living with guardians","description":"To promote the well-being of minor children living with guardians","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 339 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4924","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1375026,"bill_number":"H4925","title":"To preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018","description":"To preserve the practice of including annual payments in lieu of vacation as regular compensation for current retirees and active retirement system members where such benefit existed as of May 2018","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4925","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1375072,"bill_number":"H4932","title":"Financing the general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth","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 general governmental infrastructure of the Commonwealth (House, No. 4733), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4932).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4932","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1375074,"bill_number":"H4930","title":"Prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles","description":"Prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4930","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1375085,"bill_number":"H4937","title":"Relative to insurance proceeds for injured police and fire personnel in the town of Boylston","description":"Relative to insurance proceeds for injured police and fire personnel in the town of Boylston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4937","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1375104,"bill_number":"H4938","title":"Authorizing the town of Wellesley to continue employment of Jeffrey Peterson","description":"That the town of Wellesley be authorized to continue employment of Jeffrey Peterson, a member of the fire department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 186 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4938","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":1375108,"bill_number":"S2882","title":"Relative to emergency paid sick time","description":"For legislation relative to emergency paid sick time, reports recommending the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2882).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2882/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2882","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1375111,"bill_number":"H4936","title":"Authorizing additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Tuesday January 5, 2021, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4936","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":1375119,"bill_number":"S2885","title":"Judiciary matters","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2885/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2885","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1375165,"bill_number":"H4933","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-31","last_action":"See S2500","last_action_date":"2020-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1375345,"bill_number":"H4940","title":"Relative to an agricultural deed restriction in the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to an agricultural deed restriction in the town of Westborough. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4983","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4940","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1375355,"bill_number":"H4935","title":"Relative to conditional access to State House grounds for temporary construction purposes","description":"Relative to conditional access to State House grounds for temporary construction purposes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4935","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1375365,"bill_number":"H4929","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4929","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":1375369,"bill_number":"H4939","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4939","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1375385,"bill_number":"H4934","title":"Promoting housing opportunity and mobility through eviction sealing (HOMES)","description":"Promoting housing opportunity and mobility through eviction sealing (HOMES)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4934","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1375389,"bill_number":"H4918","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4918","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1375392,"bill_number":"S2887","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students","description":"For legislation relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2887).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2887/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2887","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1375393,"bill_number":"S2888","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, substance use and recovery matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to expand access to patient centered care for opioid use disorder, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2888).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2888/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2888","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1375394,"bill_number":"S2889","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 advancing the health of pregnant persons","description":"For legislation to advance the health of pregnant persons, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2889).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2889/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2889","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1375395,"bill_number":"S2886","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation relative to early education funding, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2886).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2886/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2886","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1375396,"bill_number":"S2890","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 legislation relative to junior license operators driving family members with disabilities, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2890).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2890/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2890","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1375833,"bill_number":"S2895","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 transportation network company rider assessments","description":"For legislation relative to transportation network company rider assessments, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2895).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2895/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2895","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1375834,"bill_number":"S2894","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 TNC driver suitability","description":"For legislation relative to TNC driver suitability, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2894).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2894/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2894","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1375837,"bill_number":"S2891","title":"Establishing a board of registration of peer specialists","description":"For legislation relative to mental health peer specialists certification, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2891).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-08-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2891/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2891","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1375839,"bill_number":"S2892","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tamerisa Sanchez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tamerisa Sanchez, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2892).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2892/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2892","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1375849,"bill_number":"H4944","title":"Providing for the expungement of racially restrictive covenants in recorded real property documents","description":"Relative to the expungement of racially restrictive covenants in recorded real property documents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5148","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4944","sponsor":"John Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1375850,"bill_number":"S2893","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 value-based insurance design in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote value-based insurance design in the Commonwealth, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2893).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2893/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2893","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1376155,"bill_number":"H4946","title":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds for capital improvements to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Providing for the terms of certain bonds for capital improvements to be issued by the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4946","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1376158,"bill_number":"S2896","title":"Authorizing the town of Lunenburg to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises to Jaxx Country Variety","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Lunenburg to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises to Jaxx Country Variety. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/18/2020 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-09-15","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2896/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2896","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1376161,"bill_number":"H4947","title":"Concerning a moratorium on the MCAS in response to the Covid-19 Emergency","description":"Relative to a moratorium on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) in response to the COVID-19 emergency. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5137","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4947","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1376164,"bill_number":"H4948","title":"Changing the Board of Selectmen of the town of Ashfield to a Select Board","description":"That the town of Ashfield be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen to select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 266 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4948","sponsor":"Natalie Blais"},
{"bill_id":1376167,"bill_number":"S2897","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Clinton to grant additional liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-13","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 09/18/2020 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-09-15","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2897/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2897","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1376169,"bill_number":"H4945","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4945","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":1376174,"bill_number":"S2898","title":"Authorizing the investment of town of Lunenburg library trust funds","description":"For legislation to authorize the investment of town of Lunenburg library trust funds. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2898/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2898","sponsor":"Dean Tran"},
{"bill_id":1376178,"bill_number":"S2899","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to a moratorium of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System","description":"For legislation to respond to the COVID-19 emergency by instituting a moratorium of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2899).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2899","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1376181,"bill_number":"H4949","title":"Authorizing the town of Lenox to transfer certain park property in exchange for dedication of conservation land","description":"That the town of Lenox be authorized to transfer certain property in Kennedy Park in said town in exchange for the dedication of certain conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 271 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4949","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1376355,"bill_number":"H4955","title":"Exempting certain positions of the police department of the town of Webster from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to exempt certain positions in the police department of said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 237 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4955","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1376377,"bill_number":"H4950","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4950","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1376391,"bill_number":"S2900","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 issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to prevent COVID-19 deaths in senior living facilities, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2900).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2900","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1376404,"bill_number":"H4952","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized to issue two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and two additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5172","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4952","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1376433,"bill_number":"H4953","title":"Pertaining to liquor licenses in the town of Brookline","description":"That the town of Brookline be authorized to reallocate certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in certain target commercial areas in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5067","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4953","sponsor":"Tommy Vitolo"},
{"bill_id":1376449,"bill_number":"H4954","title":"Relative to the Zoning Board of Appeal","description":"Relative to the Zoning Board of Appeal in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4954","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
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{"bill_id":1376765,"bill_number":"H4958","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4958/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4958","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":1376775,"bill_number":"H4401","title":"Elder Affairs Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to elder abuse issues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4401/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4401","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1376777,"bill_number":"H4956","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-20","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4956/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4956","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1376780,"bill_number":"H4959","title":"Providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in mobile home park accommodations in the city of Attleboro","description":"That the city of Attleboro be authorized to regulate rent and evictions in mobile home park accommodations in said city. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4959/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4959","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1376875,"bill_number":"S2901","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to working parents during the COVID-19 emergency","description":"For legislation to protect working parents during the COVID-19 emergency, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2901).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-08-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-08-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2901","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1376956,"bill_number":"H4962","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendations of amendments to sections 2, 3, and 8 contained in the engrossed Bill making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the general appropriation bill (see House, No. 4905). August 4, 2020","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendations of amendments to sections 2, 3, and 8 contained in the engrossed Bill making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the general appropriation bill (see House, No. 4905). August 4, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-27","last_action":"See H4905","last_action_date":"2020-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4962","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1377070,"bill_number":"S2902","title":"Plasma donation legislation","description":"Relativerelative to plasma donation legislation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-08-27","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2902/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2902","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1377071,"bill_number":"S2903","title":"Relative to the swearing in of elected officials in the town of Wayland","description":"Relative to the swearing in of elected officials in the town of Wayland.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2903/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2903","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1377074,"bill_number":"S2904","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Rockland","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Rockland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 331 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2904/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2904","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":1377078,"bill_number":"H4963","title":"Authorizing the town of Egremont to seek approval to utilize a portion of French Park to construct a broadband headend","description":"That the town of Egremont be authorized to utilize a portion of French Park in said town to construct a broadband headend. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 342 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4963","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1377080,"bill_number":"H4960","title":"Amending chapter 131 of the acts of 2020","description":"Sections 2 and 3 contained in the engrossed Bill making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill (see House, No. 4905), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment A of House, No. 4962). August 4, 2020.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2020-08-27","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4960","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1377086,"bill_number":"H4961","title":"Amending the effective date of chapter 131 of the acts of 2020","description":"Section 8 contained in the engrossed Bill making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2021 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill (see House, No. 4905), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 4962). August 4, 2020.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-08-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2020-08-27","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4961/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4961","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1377355,"bill_number":"H4966","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen in the town of Erving","description":"Relative to changing the name of the board of selectmen to select board in the town of Erving. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 264 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4966","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":1377368,"bill_number":"H4965","title":"Relative to parentage to promote children's security","description":"Relative to parentage to promote children's security","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4965/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4965","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1377373,"bill_number":"S2906","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"see H4927","last_action_date":"2020-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2906/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2906","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1377477,"bill_number":"S2905","title":"Relative to parentage to promote children's security","description":"For legislation relative to parentage to promote children's security, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2905).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-09-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2905/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2905","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
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{"bill_id":1377482,"bill_number":"H4970","title":"Authorizing the transfer of care and control of certain parcels of land and the conveyance of a parcel of land in the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to transfer the care and control of a certain parcel of land in the town of Westborough to the Department of Fish and Game. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-08-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5094","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4970","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1377483,"bill_number":"H4971","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brian Bailey, an employee of the department of developmental services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brian Bailey, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 189 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4971","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":1377484,"bill_number":"S2907","title":"Authorizing the town of Middleborough to lease to the town of Plympton land owned by Middleborough and located in Plympton","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Middleborough to lease to the town of Plympton land owned by Middleborough and located in Plympton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2907/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2907","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
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{"bill_id":1377666,"bill_number":"H4941","title":"Public Housing, Manufactured Housing, and Foreclosures","description":"Relativerelative to public housing, manufactured housing, and foreclosures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4941","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1377667,"bill_number":"H4942","title":"Emergency housing","description":"Relativerelative to emergency housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4942","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1377672,"bill_number":"H4973","title":"Establishing the Franklin County Sheriff’s opioid use disorder education, treatment and recovery fund","description":"For legislation to establish an opioid use disorder education, treatment and recovery fund within the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4973","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":1377675,"bill_number":"H4943","title":"Public Housing","description":"Relativerelative to public housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4943","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1377677,"bill_number":"H4972","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land with buildings thereon in the town of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund","description":"By Representative Fernandes of Falmouth and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes and Julian Cyr that the University of Massachusetts be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land with buildings thereon in the town of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-07-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5232","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4972","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1377843,"bill_number":"H4967","title":"To promote commercial driver safety","description":"To promote commercial driver safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-09-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4967","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":1378255,"bill_number":"H4981","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Moulton, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Moulton, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 226 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4981","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1378256,"bill_number":"S2909","title":"Authorizing the investment of trust funds benefiting the town of Sherborn library","description":"For legislation to authorize the investment of trust funds benefiting the town of Sherborn Library. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2909/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2909","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1378257,"bill_number":"S2910","title":"Relative to the Burncoat Pond Watershed District","description":"Relative to the Burncoat Pond Watershed District","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 341 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2910/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2910","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1378258,"bill_number":"H4980","title":"Allowing Deina Abdelkade to become a member of the state employee retirement system","description":"For legislation to authorize Deina Abdelkader, an employee of the University of Massachusetts, to join the State Contributory Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5058","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4980","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1378260,"bill_number":"S2911","title":"To protect communities of color","description":"For legislation relative to the ban of menthol tobacco. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2926","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2911/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2911","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":1378261,"bill_number":"H4979","title":"Relative to source plasma donation centers","description":"Relative to source plasma donation centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-08-10","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4979","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1378262,"bill_number":"S2908","title":"Relative to the appointing of an Acting Town Manager in the town of Ipswich","description":"For legislation relative to the appointing of an Acting Town Manager in the town of Ipswich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2908/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2908","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1378263,"bill_number":"H4978","title":"To address estate recovery issues due to COVID-19","description":"For legislation to address estate recovery issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-06-30","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-11-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4978","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1378264,"bill_number":"H4977","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":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 206 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4977","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1378503,"bill_number":"H4982","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of easements and conservation restrictions to watershed lands of the city known as the town of West Springfield","description":"Authorizing the conveyance of easements and conservation restrictions to watershed lands of the city known as the town of West Springfield","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 241 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4982","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1378507,"bill_number":"H4985","title":"To allow Roll On America to connect into the Leominster water system","description":"That the city of Leominster be authorized to supply water to certain property located in the town of Lancaster. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 327 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4985","sponsor":"Natalie Higgins"},
{"bill_id":1378513,"bill_number":"H4986","title":"Relative to the authority of the town manager in the town of Upton","description":"Relative to the authority of the town manager in the town of Upton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 250 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4986","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1378515,"bill_number":"H4988","title":"Relative to change the name of the board of selectmen of the town of Billerica to select board to exhibit gender neutrality","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4847). September 21, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 219 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4988","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1378517,"bill_number":"H4984","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen of the town of Dighton","description":"That the town of Dighton be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 300 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4984","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1378521,"bill_number":"H4989","title":"Relative to change the name of the Board of Selectmen of the Town of North Andover to Select Board to exhibit gender neutrality","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4903). September 21, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 292 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4989","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1378525,"bill_number":"H4983","title":"Relative to an agricultural deed restriction in the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to an agricultural deed restriction in the town of Westborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4983","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1378526,"bill_number":"H4987","title":"Creating in the town of Upton the office of appointed treasurer/collector","description":"That the town of Upton be authorized to create the office of appointed treasurer/collector. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 247 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4987","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":1378528,"bill_number":"S2913","title":"Relative to real estate tax abatements to help businesses impacted by the Phase IV reopening plan","description":"For legislation relative to real estate tax abatements to help businesses impacted by the Phase IV reopening plan. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2964","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2913/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2913","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":1378531,"bill_number":"S2912","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-21","last_action":"See H4866","last_action_date":"2020-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2912/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2912","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1378879,"bill_number":"S2914","title":"To provide certain retirement benefits to the widow of Everett Police Captain Richard Basteri","description":"For legislation to provide certain retirement benefits to the widow of Everett Police Captain Richard Basteri. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 329 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2914/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2914","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":1378880,"bill_number":"H4995","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to municipal police and fire workers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4995","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1378881,"bill_number":"H4997","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to worker relief funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4997","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1378882,"bill_number":"H4996","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to hazard pay.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4996","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1378883,"bill_number":"H4994","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to essential employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4994","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1378886,"bill_number":"H4998","title":"Directing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Cheryl A. Bednarik","description":"By Representative Haddad of Somerset and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia A. Haddad and Michael J. Rodrigues that the State Retirement Board be authorized to grant creditable service to Cheryl A. Bednarik, a member of the University of Massachusetts retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5074","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4998","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1378887,"bill_number":"S2915","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to use certain conservation land for general municipal purposes","description":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to use certain conservation land for general municipal purposes","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Laid before the Govenor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2915/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2915","sponsor":"Patrick O'Connor"},
{"bill_id":1378889,"bill_number":"H4999","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joseph Gatto, An employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Gatto, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 205 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4999/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4999","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":1378892,"bill_number":"S2916","title":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts Medal of Fidelity","description":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts Medal of Fidelity","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-09-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2916/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2916","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1378893,"bill_number":"H4992","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Chatham","description":"That the town of Chatham be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen to the select board in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H5234","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4992","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1378896,"bill_number":"H4991","title":"Authorizing the town of Stow to take easements and rights of way for the reconstruction of the Box Mill Road bridge","description":"That the town of Stow be authorized to take easements and rights of way for the reconstruction of the Box Mill Road bridge in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4991","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1378898,"bill_number":"H4993","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4340). September 24, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 191 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4993","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1378901,"bill_number":"H4990","title":"Authorizing the Town of North Attleborough to issue an additional liquor license","description":"Authorizing the Town of North Attleborough to issue an additional liquor license","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 246 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4990","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1379163,"bill_number":"H5008","title":"Establishing the charter for the town of Webster","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3938) [Local Approval Received]. September 28, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 302 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5008/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5008","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1379165,"bill_number":"H4974","title":"40B","description":"Relativerelative to 40B.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-28","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4974","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1379169,"bill_number":"H5009","title":"Relative to increased city council oversight of finances in the city of Methuen","description":"Relative to increased financial oversight by the city council in the city of Methuen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 312 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5009/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5009","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":1379172,"bill_number":"H4975","title":"40B","description":"Relativerelative to 40B.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-09-28","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-09-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4975","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1379173,"bill_number":"H5010","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen of the town of Maynard","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 349 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5010/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5010","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1379563,"bill_number":"H5016","title":"Relative to the select board of the town of Clinton","description":"That the town of Clinton be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5016/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5016","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1379564,"bill_number":"H5022","title":"Relative to the naming of municipal boards","description":"Relative to gender neutrality for the naming of certain municipal boards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-08-17","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5022/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5022","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1379566,"bill_number":"H5019","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marshall Johnson, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marshall Johnson, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 218 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5019/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5019","sponsor":"William Driscoll"},
{"bill_id":1379571,"bill_number":"H5004","title":"Study Order - Creditable Service","description":"Relativerelative to credible service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5004/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5004","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1379572,"bill_number":"H5000","title":"Study Order - Foster Children","description":"Relativerelative to foster children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5000","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1379574,"bill_number":"H5015","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Clinton be authorized to grant six additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/30/2020 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5015/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5015","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1379575,"bill_number":"H5023","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of beer and wine 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. 4140). October 1, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 296 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5023/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5023","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1379578,"bill_number":"H5001","title":"Study Order - Public Housing","description":"Relativerelative to public housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5001","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1379582,"bill_number":"H5021","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Rehoboth, Massachusetts as the 1st Lt. Craig H. Waterman Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Rehoboth as the 1st Lt. Craig H. Waterman memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 356 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5021/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5021","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":1379586,"bill_number":"H5017","title":"Authorizing the town of Clinton to continue the employment of police chief Mark R. Laverdure","description":"That the town of Clinton be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Mark R. Laverdure. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5017/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5017","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1379591,"bill_number":"H5002","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to agricultural and farm work.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5002","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1379599,"bill_number":"H5014","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H5102","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5014/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1379600,"bill_number":"H5020","title":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Brockton","description":"By Representative Cassidy of Brockton and Senator Brady, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Gerard J. Cassidy and Michael D. Brady that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to transfer certain real property located in the city of Brockton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5059","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5020/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5020","sponsor":"Gerard Cassidy"},
{"bill_id":1379602,"bill_number":"H5018","title":"To guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery","description":"To guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5018/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5018","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1379606,"bill_number":"H5024","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises at Legacy Place","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4455). October 1, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 222 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5024/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5024","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1379608,"bill_number":"H5003","title":"Study Order - Paid Family Leave","description":"Relativerelative to paid family leave.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5003/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5003","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1379795,"bill_number":"S2919","title":"Providing for the renaming of the Board of Selectmen to Select Board in the town of Hubbardston","description":"For legislation to provide for the renaming of the Board of Selectmen to Select Board in the town of Hubbardston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-10-05","last_action":"New Draft substituted, see S2983","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2919/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2919","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1379796,"bill_number":"S2918","title":"To guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery","description":"For legislation to guarantee housing stability during the COVID-19 emergency and recovery,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2918). (Representatives DeCoste of Norwell and Crocker of Barnstable dissenting).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-10-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2918/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2918","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1379802,"bill_number":"H5029","title":"Providing for alternate members of the Conservation Commission of the Town of Freetown","description":"Relative to alternate members of the Conservation Commission of the town of Freetown. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5029/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5029","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1380046,"bill_number":"H5036","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Debra Hill an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Debra Hill, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 249 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5036/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5036","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1380048,"bill_number":"H5026","title":"Study Order - Higher Education Institutions","description":"Relative to higher education institutions .","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5026/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5026","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1380052,"bill_number":"H5025","title":"Study Order - Educational Transportation","description":"Relativerelative to educational transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5025/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5025","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1380061,"bill_number":"H5035","title":"Relative to the management of Fuller Field in the town of Clinton","description":"Relative to the management of Fuller Field in the town of Clinton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5035/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5035","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":1380062,"bill_number":"H5034","title":"Amending the town of Plymouth Environmental Affairs Fund","description":"Relative to the environmental affairs fund in the town of Plymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5034/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5034","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":1380064,"bill_number":"H5033","title":"Study Order - Competitive Electric Suppliers","description":"Relativerelative to competitive electric suppliers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5033/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5033","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":1380067,"bill_number":"H5027","title":"Study Order - Horticultural Tax Assessments","description":"Relativerelative to horticultural tax assessments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5027/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5027","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1380070,"bill_number":"H5028","title":"Study Order - Autonomous Vehicle Technology","description":"Relativerelative to autonomous vehicle technology.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5028/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5028","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1380072,"bill_number":"H5032","title":"Study Order - technology, entrepreneurship and wagering","description":"Relativerelative to technology, entrepreneurship and wagering.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5032/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5032","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1380344,"bill_number":"H5045","title":"Relative to accelerating improvements to the local and regional public health system to address disparities in the delivery of public health services","description":"Relative to improvements to the local and regional public health systems to address disparities in the delivery of public health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5045/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5045","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":1380345,"bill_number":"H5012","title":"Study Order - Fisheries","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning fisheries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5012/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5012","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1380347,"bill_number":"S2920","title":"Relative to special police officers in the city known as the town of Randolph","description":"For legislation relative to special police officers in the city known as the town of Randolph. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2920/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2920","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1380350,"bill_number":"H5005","title":"Citizens commission concerning the commonwealth of Massachusetts being in alignment with the UN treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning the citizens commission concerning the commonwealth of Massachusetts being in alignment with the UN treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5005/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5005","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1380353,"bill_number":"H5011","title":"Study Order - economic opportunities","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning employment opportunities, medical research, electric vehicles, opportunity zones and other economic development and technology issue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5011/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5011","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1380354,"bill_number":"H5007","title":"Creating a medal of loyalty for families of veterans","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning creating a medal of loyalty for families of veterans .","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5007/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5007","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1380358,"bill_number":"H5046","title":"Authorizing the termination of the motor vehicle fine revolving fund in the town of Whitman","description":"That the town of Whitman be authorized to repeal the motor vehicle fine revolving fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5046/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5046","sponsor":"Alyson Sullivan-Almeida"},
{"bill_id":1380359,"bill_number":"H5044","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Manning, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Manning, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5044/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5044","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1380360,"bill_number":"H5006","title":"The prohibition of nuclear weapons","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning the prohibition of nuclear weapons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5006/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5006","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1380366,"bill_number":"H5041","title":"Establishing the Littleton Common Smart Sewer District in the town of Littleton","description":"Establishing the Littleton Common Smart Sewer District in the town of Littleton","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"See H4865","last_action_date":"2020-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5041/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5041","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1380476,"bill_number":"H5047","title":"Amending Chapter 306 of the Acts of 2018","description":"For legislation to further regulate the granting of additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in the city of Marlborough. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 248 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5047/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5047","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":1380479,"bill_number":"S2924","title":"Providing for climate change adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing investments in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the imposition of an excise tax to provide for climate change adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing investments in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H5198","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2924/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2924","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1380484,"bill_number":"S2923","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marshall Bickford, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marshall Bickford, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2925","last_action_date":"2020-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2923/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2923","sponsor":"Rebecca Rausch"},
{"bill_id":1380486,"bill_number":"S2921","title":"Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2019-01-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2953","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2921/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2921","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":1380487,"bill_number":"H5039","title":"Study Order - Public Service Matters","description":"Relativerelative to public service matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5039/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5039","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1380489,"bill_number":"H5037","title":"Study Order - Judiciary Matters","description":"Relativerelative to Judiciary matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5037/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5037","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1380490,"bill_number":"S2922","title":"Relative to accelerating improvements to the local and regional public health system to address disparities in the delivery of public health services","description":"For legislation relative to accelerating improvements to the local and regional public health system to address disparities in the delivery of public health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-10-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2922/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2922","sponsor":"Joanne Comerford"},
{"bill_id":1380492,"bill_number":"H5048","title":"Allowing the town of Wakefield to employ retired police officers as special police officers","description":"That the town of Wakefield be authorized to employ retired police officers as special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5147","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5048/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5048","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1380495,"bill_number":"H5049","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on it's municipal tax bills or motor vehicle excise tax bills for the Saugus Emergency Relief Fund","description":"That the town of Saugus be authorized to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Emergency Relief Fund. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Amendment #1 (Speliotis) adopted","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5049/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5049","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":1380499,"bill_number":"H5038","title":"Study Order - Public Health Matters","description":"Relativerelative to public health matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5038/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5038","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1380504,"bill_number":"H5040","title":"Study Order - Property Taxes","description":"Relativerelative to property taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5040/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5040","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":1380606,"bill_number":"H5061","title":"Authorizing the town of Plainville to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4692) [Local Approval Received]. October 19, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 238 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5061/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5061","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1380608,"bill_number":"S2925","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marshall Bickford, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marshall Bickford, an employee of the department of unemployment assistance, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2925).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 212 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2925/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2925","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
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{"bill_id":1380614,"bill_number":"S2927","title":"Relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program","description":"For legislation relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2930","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2927/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2927","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":1380618,"bill_number":"S2926","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 the ban of menthol tobacco","description":"For legislation relative to the ban of menthol tobacco, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2926).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-10-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2926/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2926","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1380624,"bill_number":"H5062","title":"Providing for an extension of the COVID-19 eviction and foreclosure moratorium","description":"Relative to providing for an extension of the COVID-19 eviction and foreclosure moratorium. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5062/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5062","sponsor":"Mike Connolly"},
{"bill_id":1380626,"bill_number":"H5063","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brian Thompson, an employee of Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brian Thompson, an employee of Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-11-16","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5063/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5063","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
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{"bill_id":1380759,"bill_number":"H5059","title":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Brockton","description":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Brockton","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-10-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H5212","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5059/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5059","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
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{"bill_id":1380822,"bill_number":"S2931","title":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","description":"Ensuring safe patient access to emergency care","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2931/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2931","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
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{"bill_id":1380827,"bill_number":"H5067","title":"Pertaining to liquor licenses in the town of Brookline","description":"Pertaining to liquor licenses in the town of Brookline","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5067/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5067","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":1380831,"bill_number":"H5056","title":"Study Order - Route 128 interchange improvements","description":"Relativerelative to Route 128 interchange improvements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5056/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5056","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1380832,"bill_number":"H5051","title":"Study Order - further regulating eligibility for medical use marijuana","description":"Relativerelative to further defining eligibility for medical use marijuana.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5051/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5051","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1380836,"bill_number":"H5069","title":"Relative to certain civil service positions in the Agawam public schools","description":"That the city known as the town of Agawam be authorized to exempt certain public school system positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 328 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5069/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5069","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":1380837,"bill_number":"H5068","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of wine and malt to be drunk on premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant one additional license for the sale of wine and malt to be drunk on premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 334 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5068/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5068","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1380839,"bill_number":"S2933","title":"Allowing the city of Gloucester to temporarily extend the issuance of seasonal alcoholic licenses","description":"For legislation to temporarily extend the issuance of seasonal alcoholic licenses in the city of Gloucester. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Accompanied S2977","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2933/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2933","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1380840,"bill_number":"H5055","title":"Study Order - use of force accounts and promoting manufacturers","description":"Relativerelative to use of force accounts and promoting manufacturers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5055/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5055","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1380843,"bill_number":"S2929","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Randolph to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to authorize the city known as the town of Randolph to grant additional liquor licenses, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2929).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 243 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2929/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2929","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1380844,"bill_number":"S2928","title":"Amending the charter for the regional government of Barnstable County","description":"For legislation to amend the charter for the regional government of Barnstable County. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2990","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2928/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2928","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1380847,"bill_number":"H5054","title":"Study Order - deposit of public monies","description":"Relativerelative to deposit of public monies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5054/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5054","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":1380849,"bill_number":"S2932","title":"Designating a certain boat launch area in the town of Rutland as the Detective John D. Songy Boat Launch","description":"For legislation to designate a certain boat launch area in the town of Rutland as the Detective John D. Songy Boat Launch. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2932/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2932","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1380850,"bill_number":"S2930","title":"Relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program","description":"For legislation relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2930).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2934","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2930/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2930","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1380909,"bill_number":"H5053","title":"Study Order - MassHealth school-based care reimbursements","description":"Relativerelative to education matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5053/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5053","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1380938,"bill_number":"H5077","title":"Establishing the Tri-Town Water District","description":"For legislation to establish the Tri-Town Water District in the towns of Braintree, Holbrook and Randolph. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5077/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5077","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":1380939,"bill_number":"H5075","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be consumed off the premises","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-26","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/20/2020 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in Virtual Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5075/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5075","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1380942,"bill_number":"H5074","title":"Directing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Cheryl A. Bednarik","description":"Directing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Cheryl A. Bednarik","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5074/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5074","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1380945,"bill_number":"H5076","title":"Relative to the Swansea water district elections","description":"Relative to elections of the Swansea water district. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5076/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5076","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1380946,"bill_number":"H5043","title":"Study Order - licensing, right to repair law, consumer safety and rights.","description":"Relativerelative to licensing, right to repair law, consumer safety and rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5043/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5043","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1380950,"bill_number":"S2934","title":"Relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program","description":"Relative to additional unemployment benefits for the neediest recipients currently excluded from the Lost Wages Assistance program (Senate, No. 2930),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2934).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-10-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2934/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2934","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1380953,"bill_number":"H5042","title":"Study Order","description":"Relativerelative to cannabis in motor vehicles, sales and growing of cannabis, regulations and other issues relating to cannabis.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-26","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5042/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5042","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy"},
{"bill_id":1381188,"bill_number":"S2935","title":"Requiring certain insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome.","description":"Requiring certain insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2935/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2935","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381189,"bill_number":"H5072","title":"Study Order - Pesticide and Toxic Management","description":"Relativerelative to pesticide and toxic management.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5072/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5072","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381190,"bill_number":"H5083","title":"Relative to polling place security and integrity","description":"Relative to polling place security and integrity. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-28","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5083/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5083","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":1381192,"bill_number":"H5073","title":"Study Order - Climate and Environmental Policy","description":"Relativerelative to climate and environmental policy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5073/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5073","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381195,"bill_number":"H5071","title":"Study Order - Animal Welfare","description":"Relativerelative to animal welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5071/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5071","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381196,"bill_number":"H5082","title":"Authorizing the Town of Kingston to establish a Special Fund to process activity produced by Non-Town Net Metering","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4390). October 29, 2020).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 347 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5082/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5082","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1381197,"bill_number":"H5070","title":"Study Order - Local Environmental Matters","description":"Relativerelative to local environmental matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5070/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5070","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381198,"bill_number":"H5084","title":"Relative to insurance requirements","description":"Relative to certain insurance requirement relief during the Governor's COVID-19 emergency declaration. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-19","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/17/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5084/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5084","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":1381242,"bill_number":"H5085","title":"Requiring one fair wage","description":"Requiring one fair wage","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5085/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5085","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381245,"bill_number":"H5086","title":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","description":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5086/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5086","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381278,"bill_number":"H5093","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Lynnfield","description":"That the town of Lynnfield be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5204","last_action_date":"2020-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5093/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5093","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":1381279,"bill_number":"H5087","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5087/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5087","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":1381280,"bill_number":"H5079","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to assisted living classification and affordable senior housing and services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5079/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5079","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1381281,"bill_number":"H5080","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to tax exemptions, tax credits and other revenue issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5080/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5080","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1381283,"bill_number":"H5078","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to Department of Conservation and Recreation fees, funds and property and a cranberry water use transfer program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5078/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5078","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381284,"bill_number":"H5096","title":"Relative to the drinking of alcohol at drive-in venues","description":"Relative to drinking alcohol at drive-in venues. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-11-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5096/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5096","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1381285,"bill_number":"H5095","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Emily Texeira, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Emily Texeira, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5112","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5095/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5095","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1381286,"bill_number":"H5092","title":"Authorizing the town of Holliston to establish an economic development funding program and fund","description":"That the town of Holliston be authorized to establish an economic development funding program and fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5092/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5092","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":1381287,"bill_number":"S2937","title":"To elevate the Supplier Diversity Office to ensure equal opportunity in state contracting","description":"Relative to transferring the Supplier Diversity Office (“SDO”) from the Operational Services Division and establishing an SDO as an independent agency within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Chapter 262 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2937/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2937","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1381301,"bill_number":"H5090","title":"Study Order - Public Health Matters","description":"Relativerelative to public health matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5090/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5090","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":1381303,"bill_number":"H5030","title":"Study Order - trail funding","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning trail funding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5030/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5030","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381304,"bill_number":"H4900","title":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","description":"To protect children, families, and firefighters from harmful flame retardants","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 261 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4900/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4900","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381306,"bill_number":"H5088","title":"Study Order - Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Matters","description":"Relativerelative to children, families and persons with disabilities matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5088/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5088","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":1381331,"bill_number":"H5013","title":"Study Order - hunting","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning hunting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5013/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5013","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381336,"bill_number":"H5102","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"For actions on the section returned with recommendations of amendments, see H5129 for section 3","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5102/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5102","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381338,"bill_number":"S2942","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-07-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2943","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2942/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2942","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
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{"bill_id":1381342,"bill_number":"H5089","title":"Study Order - Condominiums, Landlords, Tenants and Miscellaneous matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation, and study of certain House documents concerning condominiums, landlords, tenants and miscellaneous matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5089/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5089","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1381346,"bill_number":"H4899","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a drainage easement, and amending a permanent right of way easement, to the city of Marlborough","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a drainage easement, and amending a permanent right of way easement, to the city of Marlborough","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5191","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4899/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4899","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381349,"bill_number":"H4901","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Oxford to remove a certain residency requirement","description":"That the town of Oxford be authorized to remove a certain residency requirement from the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 299 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4901/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4901","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":1381351,"bill_number":"H5094","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer and convey certain parcels of land in the town of Westborough","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer and convey certain parcels of land in the town of Westborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 326 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5094/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5094","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381352,"bill_number":"H5031","title":"Study Order - income tax and tax credits","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain Senate and House documents concerning income tax and tax credits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5031/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5031","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1381489,"bill_number":"H5110","title":"Study Order - the cultural council grant provision requirements","description":"Relativerelative to the cultural council grant provision requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5110/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5110","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":1381491,"bill_number":"H5108","title":"Study Order - condominiums, landlords, tenants and miscellaneous matters.","description":"Relativerelative to condominiums, landlords, tenants and miscellaneous matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5108/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5108","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1381493,"bill_number":"H5112","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Emily Texeira, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's Department","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Emily Texeira, an employee of the Bristol County Sheriff's Department","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5112/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5112","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1381494,"bill_number":"H5107","title":"Study Order - Economic Development and Gaming","description":"Relativerelative to economic development and gaming","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5107/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5107","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":1381497,"bill_number":"H5103","title":"Study Order - regulation","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5103/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5103","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1381499,"bill_number":"H5121","title":"Authorizing the town of Dunstable to convey certain land to the Evangelical Church of Dunstable","description":"That the town of Dunstable be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town to the Evangelical Church of Dunstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5121/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5121","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1381501,"bill_number":"H5118","title":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Sudbury be authorized to grant an 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":"2020-11-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5196","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5118/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5118","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":1381504,"bill_number":"H5104","title":"Study Order - promoting equality and respect in the legislature","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning promoting equality and respect in the legislature.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5104/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5104","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1381507,"bill_number":"H5113","title":"To provide relief to pouring establishments during COVID-19","description":"Relative to licensees for the sale of beverages to be drunk on premises during the COVID-19 emergency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5113/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5113","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1381511,"bill_number":"S2944","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-06","last_action":"See H5102","last_action_date":"2020-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2944/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2944","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":1381513,"bill_number":"H5105","title":"Study Order - establishing an Indigenous People's Day","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning establishing an Indigenous People's Day.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5105/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5105","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1381518,"bill_number":"S2939","title":"To prevent wage theft, promote employer accountability, and enhance public enforcement","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to clarify employer sanctions for improper expenditure of withholdings or deductions from wages, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2939).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2939/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2939","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381521,"bill_number":"H5122","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen in the town of Becket","description":"That the town of Becket be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5222","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5122/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5122","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1381524,"bill_number":"S2940","title":"Requiring one fair wage","description":"For legislation to require one fair wage, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2940).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-05","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":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2940/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2940","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381527,"bill_number":"H5150","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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 2021 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":"2020-11-05","last_action":"See H5151","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5150/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5150","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381532,"bill_number":"S2938","title":"Authorizing the town of Marblehead to amend Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2004: Parking Violations in the Town of Marblehead","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Marblehead to amend Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2004: Parking Violations in the Town of Marblehead. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2938/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2938","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":1381535,"bill_number":"H5115","title":"Relative to consumer protection on online automobile franchise transactions","description":"Relative to certain online automobile franchise transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5167","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5115/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5115","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1381543,"bill_number":"H5106","title":"Study Order - building and land","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning building and land.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5106/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5106","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1381549,"bill_number":"S2936","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 employment schedules and minimum wage laws","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the scheduling of employees, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2936).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2936/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2936","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381552,"bill_number":"S2941","title":"To modernize public accountancy","description":"To modernize public accountancy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 319 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2941/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2941","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1381555,"bill_number":"H5119","title":"Providing for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dunstable","description":"That the town of Dunstable be authorized to issue licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5197","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5119/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5119","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":1381558,"bill_number":"S2943","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2943).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2020-11-06","last_action":"New Draft substituted, see S3000","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2943/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2943","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1381559,"bill_number":"H5120","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Franklin to grant an additional wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises alcoholic beverages license","description":"That the city known as the town of Franklin be authorized to grant an additional license for sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5120/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5120","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":1381565,"bill_number":"H5114","title":"Relative to alcohol license renewal relief due to COVID-19","description":"Relative to certain businesses with alcoholic beverage licenses that cease to conduct business as a result of disruptions caused by COVID-19. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-10-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5114/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5114","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":1381588,"bill_number":"S2945","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the American Revolution","description":"Resolve establishing a commission on the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the American Revolution","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-11-09","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2945/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2945","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":1381653,"bill_number":"H5116","title":"Study Order - Oceans, Waterways & Water Quality","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation an study of certain House documents concerning oceans, waterways and water quality.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5116/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5116","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381656,"bill_number":"H5117","title":"Study Order - Public Safety Matters","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 matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5117/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5117","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":1381658,"bill_number":"H5124","title":"Study Order - Waste","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning waste.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5124/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5124","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":1381659,"bill_number":"H5123","title":"Study Order - Contracts and Employment","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning contracts and employment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-10","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5123/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5123","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1381665,"bill_number":"S2946","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Glenn Rocco, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Glenn Rocco, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2950","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2946/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2946","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1381667,"bill_number":"S2947","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alexis Orloff, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alexis Orloff, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2949","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2947/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2947","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":1382433,"bill_number":"H5132","title":"Directing the City of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Daryle Lamonica","description":"That the city of Boston Police Department be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Daryle Lamonica. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5132/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5132","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":1382454,"bill_number":"H5130","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5130/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5130","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1382471,"bill_number":"S2951","title":"Authorizing the town of Concord to establish an affordable housing surcharge","description":"Authorizing the town of Concord to establish an affordable housing surcharge","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2951/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2951","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":1382495,"bill_number":"H5081","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to civil liability, child welfare, the justice system, public safety, drugs offenses, assault and other Judiciary issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5081/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5081","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1382528,"bill_number":"S2950","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Glenn Rocco, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Glenn Rocco, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Department, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2950).","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2950/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2950","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1382535,"bill_number":"S2949","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alexis Orloff, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alexis Orloff, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2949).","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2949/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2949","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
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{"bill_id":1382759,"bill_number":"S2948","title":"Extension Order - Public Service","description":"Relativerelative to special police officers in the town of Randolph.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2948/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2948","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1382774,"bill_number":"H5151","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"House bill No. 5150, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. November 12, 2020.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-11-12","last_action":"Accompanied H5164","last_action_date":"2020-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5151/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5151","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1382775,"bill_number":"S4","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-09","last_action":"See H5151","last_action_date":"2020-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S4/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S4","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1382789,"bill_number":"H5109","title":"Study Order - local affordable housing surcharge, stimulus checks, extending the deadline for collection of certain taxes during COVID-19 and tax exemptions for face coverings","description":"Relative to authorizing the commmittee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain House and Senate documents","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5109/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5109","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1382795,"bill_number":"S2952","title":"Extension Order - The Judiciary","description":"Relativerelative to address estate recovery issues due to COVID-19.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-11-16","last_action":"House adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2952/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2952","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1382799,"bill_number":"S2953","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judiciary issues","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking, reports the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2953).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-11-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2953/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2953","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1383270,"bill_number":"H5147","title":"Allowing the town of Wakefield to employ retired police officers as special police officers","description":"Allowing the town of Wakefield to employ retired police officers as special police officers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5147/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5147","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
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{"bill_id":1383272,"bill_number":"H5144","title":"To grant additional liquor licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in Concord","description":"That the town of Concord be authorized to grant additional liquor 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":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5214","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5144/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5144","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
{"bill_id":1383273,"bill_number":"H5128","title":"Study Order - Revenue matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning revenue matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5128/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5128","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1383275,"bill_number":"H5145","title":"To make permanent a senior means tested property tax exemption in Concord","description":"Relative to a permanent senior means tested property tax exemption in the town of Concord. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5145/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5145","sponsor":"Tami Gouveia"},
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{"bill_id":1383278,"bill_number":"S2954","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Keith Trudell, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Keith Trudell, an employee of the department of mental health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-09-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2960","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2954/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2954","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1383280,"bill_number":"H5126","title":"Study Order - Vehicles and Roads","description":"Relativerelative to vehicles and roads","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5126/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5126","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":1383281,"bill_number":"H5127","title":"Study Order - Miscellaneous Municipalities Matters","description":"Relativerelative to miscellaneous municipalities matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5127/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5127","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":1383283,"bill_number":"H5146","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James F. King, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James F. King, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 236 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5146/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5146","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":1383284,"bill_number":"H5129","title":"Establishing the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Trust Fund","description":"Section 3 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2020 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 5102, amended), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message see House, No. 5130). November 10, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 309 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5129/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5129","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1383855,"bill_number":"S2955","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"See H5151","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2955/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2955","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1383857,"bill_number":"H5099","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to reducing emergency department boarding for patients in need of inpatient behavioral health services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5099/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5099","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1383860,"bill_number":"H5101","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to residents with active substance use disorder accessing skilled nursing facility care","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5101/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5101","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1383861,"bill_number":"H5153","title":"Relative to the leasing of a certain parcel of land in the city of Gardner","description":"By Mr. Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jonathan D. Zlotnik that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land on the Mount Wachusett Community College campus in the city of Gardner to Heywood Healthcare Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 12/09/2020 from 11:00 AM-02:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2020-12-04","committee":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5153/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5153","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":1383862,"bill_number":"H5097","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to behavioral health services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5097/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5097","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1383865,"bill_number":"H5100","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to prior authorization requirements for inpatient mental health services within the MassHealth program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5100/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5100","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
{"bill_id":1383870,"bill_number":"S2960","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Keith Trudell, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Keith Trudell, an employee of the department of mental health, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2960).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 224 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2960/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2960","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1383871,"bill_number":"H5152","title":"Establishing residency requirements for the offices of mayor, city council, and school committee in the city of Revere","description":"Relative to establishing residency requirements for the offices of mayor, city council, and school committee in the city of Revere. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5152/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5152","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":1383872,"bill_number":"S2962","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kara Turco, an employee of the Middlesex County Sherriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kara Turco, an employee of the Middlesex County Sherriff's Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-10-15","last_action":"Accompanied S2966","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2962/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2962","sponsor":"Edward Kennedy"},
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{"bill_id":1383877,"bill_number":"H5098","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5098/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5098","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery"},
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{"bill_id":1383972,"bill_number":"H5156","title":"Relative to the historic districts commission in the town of Lexington","description":"Relative to the Historic Districts Commission in the town of Lexington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 301 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5156/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5156","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1383973,"bill_number":"H5125","title":"Study Order - financial aid and tuition","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Higher Education to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning financial aid and tuition","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5125/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5125","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1383975,"bill_number":"H5154","title":"Relative to the Ware Fire Department","description":"Relative to the appointment of fire officers and firefighters in the town of Ware. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5218","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5154/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5154","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1383977,"bill_number":"H5111","title":"Relative to voting options for the city of Newton in response to COVID-19","description":"Relative to voting options for the city of Newton in response to COVID-19","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 12/01/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only","last_action_date":"2020-11-30","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5111/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5111","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1383981,"bill_number":"H5157","title":"Relative to property tax deferrals in the town of Lexington","description":"Relative to property tax deferrals in the town of Lexington. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 351 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5157/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5157","sponsor":"Michelle Ciccolo"},
{"bill_id":1383983,"bill_number":"H5148","title":"Study Order - Judiciary matters","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning judiciary matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-11-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5148/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5148","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":1383986,"bill_number":"H5155","title":"Relative to the Ware Selectboard","description":"That the town of Ware be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen to selectboard in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5155/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5155","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":1383987,"bill_number":"H5158","title":"Relative to the municipal caucus in the town of Bedford","description":"Relative to the municipal caucus in the town of Bedford","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 295 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5158/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5158","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1384234,"bill_number":"S2963","title":"Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2963/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1384236,"bill_number":"H5160","title":"Study Order - payments and insurance","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Financial Services to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning payments and insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-01","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5160/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5160","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
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{"bill_id":1384452,"bill_number":"H5162","title":"Relative to the amendment of M.G.L. c.32, section 4(2)(b) and 4(2)(c), solely as they relate to the calculation of Walter L. Guerin's pension","description":"Relative to the calculation of the pension of Walter L. Guerin. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5219","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5162/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5162","sponsor":"James Hawkins"},
{"bill_id":1384453,"bill_number":"H5163","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tonita Poston, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tonita Poston, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5168","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5163/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5163","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":1384457,"bill_number":"S2966","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kara Turco, an employee of the Middlesex County Sheriff's Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kara Turco, an employee of the Middlesex County Sherriff's Department, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2966).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2966/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2966","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1384462,"bill_number":"H5159","title":"Study Order - Education Matters","description":"Relativerelative to certain education matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5159/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5159","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1384463,"bill_number":"S2964","title":"Relative to real estate tax abatements to help businesses impacted by the Phase IV reopening plan","description":"For legislation relative to real estate tax abatements to help businesses impacted by the Phase IV reopening plan, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2964).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-12-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2964/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2964","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1384467,"bill_number":"S2967","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Natacha Grace, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Natacha Grace, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-11-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2969","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2967/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2967","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
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{"bill_id":1385202,"bill_number":"H5166","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Hanson in memory of Mary \"Gret\" Lozeau","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Hanson in memory of Mary \"Gret\" Lozeau. Transportation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5166/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5166","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":1385244,"bill_number":"H5165","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a parcel of land in the town of Brewster","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sarah K. Peake and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of the Nickerson State Park in the town of Brewster to said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5165/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5165","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":1385338,"bill_number":"H5167","title":"Relative to consumer protection on online automobile franchise transactions","description":"Relative to consumer protection on online automobile franchise transactions","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5167/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5167","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1385344,"bill_number":"H5133","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to the expansion of the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5133/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5133","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1385348,"bill_number":"H5135","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to wages, benefits and related employee costs of direct care staff of licensed nursing homes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5135/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5135","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
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{"bill_id":1385368,"bill_number":"H5140","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to au pairs' living and working arrangements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5140/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5140","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
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{"bill_id":1385372,"bill_number":"H5137","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to a moratorium of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5137/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5137","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":1385377,"bill_number":"H5170","title":"Authorizing the Town of Ware to exempt Christopher Scott Romani from the maximum age requirement for applying for Civil Service appointment as a police officer","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4010). December 7, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 272 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5170/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5170","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1385382,"bill_number":"H5168","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tonita Poston, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tonita Poston, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5168/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5168","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1385384,"bill_number":"H5139","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to essential workers suffering from COVID-19, COVID-19 unemployment benefits for non-profits and workers' compensation for emergency responders and medical personnel related to COVID-19","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5139/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5139","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":1385386,"bill_number":"H5141","title":"Study Order","description":"Relative to COVID-19 rental rates","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5141/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5141","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":1385943,"bill_number":"S2968","title":"Authorizing the town of Andover to issue pension obligation bonds or notes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Andover to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 306 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2968/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2968","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1385949,"bill_number":"S2971","title":"Validating the actions taken at the 2020 Biennial State Election held in the city known as the Town of Randolph","description":"For legislation to validate the actions taken at the 2020 Biennial State Election held in the city known as the Town of Randolph. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2971/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2971","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1385955,"bill_number":"H5174","title":"Relative to an employment contract for the town of Hudson director of public works","description":"That the town of Hudson be authorized to enter into an employment contract with its director of public works for a period of not more than 3 years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 336 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5174/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5174","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":1385957,"bill_number":"H5175","title":"To allow elected officers in the town of Lee to serve on the Board of Public Works","description":"For legislation to authorize elected officers in the town of Lee to serve on the board of public works of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5220","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5175/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5175","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":1385958,"bill_number":"H5171","title":"Authorizing the city of Melrose to convert certain liquor licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages for off premises consumption","description":"Authorizing the city of Melrose to convert certain liquor licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages for off premises consumption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 290 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5171/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5171","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1385965,"bill_number":"H5176","title":"To give the Town of Leicester authority to grant full annual property tax exemptions to the surviving spouse of Rutland Police Detective and Leicester resident John D. Songy pursuant to MGL Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 42","description":"That the town of Leicester be authorized to grant full annual property tax exemptions to the surviving spouse of Rutland Police Detective and Leicester resident John D. Songy. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5176/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5176","sponsor":"David LeBoeuf"},
{"bill_id":1385971,"bill_number":"H5173","title":"Regarding licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Tisbury","description":"That the town of Tisbury be authorized to convert licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages or wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5173/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5173","sponsor":"Dylan Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":1385975,"bill_number":"H5172","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant additional liquor licenses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5172/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5172","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1385979,"bill_number":"S2975","title":"Governor's Amendment","description":"Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth (see Senate, No. 2963).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"See S2963","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2975/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2975","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1385981,"bill_number":"S2969","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Natasha Grace, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Natacha Grace, an employee of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2969)","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2969/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2969","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1385998,"bill_number":"S2973","title":"Promoting safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking","description":"Promoting safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2973/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2973","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1386007,"bill_number":"S2972","title":"Providing for the permanent protection and stewardship of the historic Lampson Brook Farm in Belchertown","description":"Providing for the permanent protection and stewardship of the historic Lampson Brook Farm in Belchertown","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 355 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2972/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2972","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1386010,"bill_number":"S2970","title":"Authorizing the town of Tewksbury to grant 7 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Tewksbury to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2970)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 359 of the Acts of 2021","last_action_date":"2021-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2970/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2970","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1386867,"bill_number":"S2974","title":"Relative to Article 97 of the Amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to be preserved for municipal park and open space purposes located at 6 Green Street and 18A Beckford Street in the City of Gloucester","description":"For legislation relative to certain land in the city of Gloucester to be preserved for municipal park and open space purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 284 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2974/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2974","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":1387041,"bill_number":"S2976","title":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 2020 (submitted by the Governor pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendments to the Constitution) An Act to elevate the Supplier Diversity Office to ensure equal opportunity in state contracting (Senate, No. 2937).","description":"Majority Report on the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 2020 (submitted by the Governor pursuant to Article LXXXVII of the Amendments to the Constitution) An Act to elevate the Supplier Diversity Office to ensure equal opportunity in state contracting (Senate, No. 2937).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-10","last_action":"See S2937","last_action_date":"2020-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2976/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2976","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387190,"bill_number":"H5195","title":"Authorizing the city of Framingham to continue the employment of police officer James Green","description":"That the city of Framingham be authorized to continue the employment of police officer James Green. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 307 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5195/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5195","sponsor":"Maria Robinson"},
{"bill_id":1387194,"bill_number":"H5180","title":"Providing for municipal permit extensions","description":"Sections 69 and 116 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5180/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5180","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387196,"bill_number":"H5179","title":"Providing for access to reproductive health services","description":"Section 40 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5179/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5179","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387199,"bill_number":"H5181","title":"Providing for eviction protections during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency","description":"Sections 79, 80, 88 and 103 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 257 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5181/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5181","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387201,"bill_number":"H5188","title":"Providing for a long term and congregate care coronavirus transmission reduction guidance report","description":"Section 108 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment L [as it relates to Section 108] of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Chapter 287 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5188/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387207,"bill_number":"H5182","title":"Relative to medical specialty camp medication administration","description":"Section 90 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 258 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5182/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5182","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387211,"bill_number":"H5190","title":"So much of the message from His Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2021 (see House, No. 5164) as relates to Attachments A through L, for items returned with disapprovals and reductions under the provisions of Section 5 of Article LXIII and sections returned with recommendations of amendments under the provisions of Article LVI of the Amendments to the Constitution (House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","description":"So much of the message from His Excellency the Governor returning the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2021 (see House, No. 5164) as relates to Attachments A through L, for items returned with disapprovals and reductions under the provisions of Section 5 of Article LXIII and sections returned with recommendations of amendments under the provisions of Article LVI of the Amendments to the Constitution (House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5190/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5190","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387222,"bill_number":"H5177","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2021 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 5177). December 11, 2020.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5177/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5177","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387233,"bill_number":"H5192","title":"Relative to gender neutral redraft of the home rule charter of the town of Ashland replacing all gendered references to Board of Selectmen with Select Board","description":"That the town of Ashland be authorized to change the name of the board of selectmen in said town to the select board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5251","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5192/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5192","sponsor":"Jack Lewis"},
{"bill_id":1387241,"bill_number":"H5189","title":"Providing for a department of children and families school attendance report","description":"Section 110 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment L [as it relates to Section 110] of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5189/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5189","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387250,"bill_number":"H5193","title":"To amend the City of Everett Charter by giving the mayor a voice and a vote on the Everett School Committee","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city of Everett by giving the mayor a voice and a vote on the Everett School Committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H5237","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5193/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5193","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":1387255,"bill_number":"H5194","title":"Sick leave bank for Charles Harrison","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Charles Harrison, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-11-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5194/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5194","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":1387261,"bill_number":"H5178","title":"Relative to certain trust funds and non-public ambulance service reimbursement","description":"Sections 23 and 43 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment B of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 254 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5178/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5178","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387264,"bill_number":"H5186","title":"Relative to regional tourism council grant distribution","description":"Section 107 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment J of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 256 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5186/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387268,"bill_number":"H5187","title":"Establishing a federal coronavirus relief funds website","description":"Section 104 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment K of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Chapter 288 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5187/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387274,"bill_number":"H5191","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a drainage easement, and amending a permanent right of way easement, to the city of Marlborough","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4899). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 270 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5191/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5191","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1387284,"bill_number":"H5185","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority service interruptions","description":"Section 101 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2021-01-15","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2021-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5185/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5185","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387293,"bill_number":"H5184","title":"Providing for early voting by mail","description":"Section 99 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 255 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5184/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5184","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387300,"bill_number":"H5183","title":"Relative to regional transit authority funding distribution","description":"Section 93 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2021 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. 5164), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 5190). December 14, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5183/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387804,"bill_number":"S2979","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses (being the text of Senate, No. 2978, printed as amended). January 5, 2021.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2979/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1387806,"bill_number":"H5198","title":"Revenue Study Order - Excise Taxes","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of a certain Senate document concerning excise taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5198/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5198","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":1387812,"bill_number":"S2978","title":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"Relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2979","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2978/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2978","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1387822,"bill_number":"H5201","title":"Amendment Order for the engrossed Bill providing for access to reproductive health services (see House, No. 5179).","description":"Amendment Order for the engrossed Bill providing for access to reproductive health services (see House, No. 5179).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Adopted, see H5179","last_action_date":"2020-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5201/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5201","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1387826,"bill_number":"H5200","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Karl Schneider, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Karl Schneider, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 335 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5200/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5200","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":1387841,"bill_number":"H5199","title":"Finalizing the transfer of land in the town of Middleton","description":"For legislation to further regulate the conveyance of 11 parcels of state-owned land in the town of Middleton to the Middleton conservation commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5199/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5199","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1387854,"bill_number":"S2977","title":"Allowing the city of Gloucester to temporarily extend the issuance of seasonal alcoholic licenses","description":"For legislation to temporarily extend the issuance of seasonal alcoholic licenses in the city of Gloucester, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2977).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 265 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2977/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2977","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1388214,"bill_number":"H5197","title":"Providing for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dunstable","description":"Providing for alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dunstable","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5197/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5197","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1388224,"bill_number":"H5196","title":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5196/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5196","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1388430,"bill_number":"H5203","title":"Relative to the abolishment of the board of police in the city of Fall River","description":"Relative to the abolishment of the Board of Police in the city of Fall River. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-18","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5203/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5203","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1388437,"bill_number":"S2980","title":"CONCERNING A VISIT TO THE BRISTOL COUNTY HOUSE OF CORRECTIONS BY A MEMBER OF THE MASSACHUSETTS STATE SENATE ON MAY 2, 2020","description":"CONCERNING A VISIT TO THE BRISTOL COUNTY HOUSE OF CORRECTIONS BY A MEMBER OF THE MASSACHUSETTS STATE SENATE ON MAY 2, 2020","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-18","last_action":"Addendum filed see S2994","last_action_date":"2020-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2980/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2980","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1388462,"bill_number":"H5202","title":"Relative to the abolishment of the board of fire commissioners in the city of Fall River","description":"That the city of Fall River be authorized to abolish of the Board of Fire Commissioners in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-18","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5202/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5202","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":1388463,"bill_number":"H5204","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Lynnfield","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House No. 5093). December 18, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 343 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5204/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5204","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1388613,"bill_number":"H5206","title":"Financing a program for improvements to the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund and relief to employers in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative financing a program for improvements to the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund and relief to employers in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5206/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5206","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1388631,"bill_number":"S2981","title":"Police Reform","description":"Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth (see Senate, No. 2963)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"See S2963","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2981/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2981","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":1388641,"bill_number":"H5207","title":"Authorizing the town of Berlin to continue the employment of Paul Kenneth Clark","description":"Authorizing the town of Berlin to continue the employment of Paul Kenneth Clark","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 12/31/2020 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Electronic Hearing","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5207/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5207","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1388664,"bill_number":"H5205","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-21","last_action":"See H4399","last_action_date":"2020-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5205/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5205","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1388677,"bill_number":"H5208","title":"Relative to the Swansea Redevelopment Authority","description":"Relative to the appointment of members of the Swansea Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5208/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5208","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1388797,"bill_number":"S2982","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kathryn Price, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kathryn Price, an employee of the department of mental health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2987","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2982/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2982","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":1388821,"bill_number":"H5213","title":"Order for amendments to the engrossed Bill relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth","description":"Order for amendments to the engrossed Bill relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2020-12-22","last_action":"Adopted, see S2963","last_action_date":"2020-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5213/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5213","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1388884,"bill_number":"S2987","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kathryn Price, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kathryn Price, an employee of the department of mental health, reports recommending that the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2987).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-30","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2987/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2987","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1388886,"bill_number":"S2984","title":"Promoting a resilient health care system that puts patients first","description":"Promoting a resilient health care system that puts patients first","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 260 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2984/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1388889,"bill_number":"S2983","title":"Providing for the renaming of the board of selectmen to select board in the town of Hubbardston","description":"Providing for the renaming of the board of selectmen to select board in the town of Hubbardston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 293 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2983/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2983","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":1388890,"bill_number":"S2985","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"See, H4900","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2985/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2985","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1388892,"bill_number":"H5212","title":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Brockton","description":"Authorizing the sale of real property in Brockton","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5212/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5212","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1388900,"bill_number":"H5211","title":"Authorizing the lease of certain land in the town of Oak Bluffs to the Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. for shellfish propagation and other fisheries resources research and management activities","description":"Authorizing the lease of certain land in the town of Oak Bluffs to the Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. for shellfish propagation and other fisheries resources research and management activities","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-28","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5211/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5211","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1388902,"bill_number":"H5210","title":"Relative to the unfunded pension liability for retired sheriff’s department employees in Barnstable county","description":"Relative to the unfunded pension liability for retired sheriff’s department employees in Barnstable county","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 318 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5210/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5210","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1388905,"bill_number":"H5209","title":"Study Order - Higher Education Financing","description":"Order authorizing the committee on Higher Education to make an investigation and study of certain House documents concerning higher education financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5209/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5209","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1388906,"bill_number":"S2988","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"See H4900","last_action_date":"2020-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2988/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2988","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1388907,"bill_number":"S2986","title":"Authorizing certain investments by the Treasurer of the town of Milton","description":"For legislation to authorize certain investments by the Treasurer of the town of Milton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2986/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2986","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":1388908,"bill_number":"H5215","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Chip Chaunamom of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Chip Chaunamom, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H5217","last_action_date":"2020-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5215/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5215","sponsor":"David Robertson"},
{"bill_id":1388936,"bill_number":"S2989","title":"Relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the establishment of a Hingham means-tested property tax exemption (being the text of Senate, No. 2525, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2020-12-23","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2989/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2989","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":1388963,"bill_number":"H5214","title":"To grant additional liquor licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in Concord","description":"To grant additional liquor licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in Concord","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5214/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5214","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":1388982,"bill_number":"H5221","title":"Authorizing the town of Athol to establish a special fund for the town of Athol Public Library","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 1837) [Local Approval Received]. December 28, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 353 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5221/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5221","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1388986,"bill_number":"S2990","title":"Providing for recall elections for the regional government of Barnstable county","description":"Providing for recall elections for the regional government of Barnstable county","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2021-01-14","last_action":"Pocket vetoed -- for communication stating his reasons for pocket vetoing, see Senate, No. 8 of 2021","last_action_date":"2021-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2990/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2990","sponsor":"Julian Cyr"},
{"bill_id":1388993,"bill_number":"H5222","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen in the town of Becket","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 5122) [Local Approval Received]. December 28, 2020.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 330 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5222/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5222","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1390873,"bill_number":"S2991","title":"Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Higher Education to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to higher education matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to community college tuition, reports the accompanying order (Senate, No. 2991).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Order reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2991/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2991","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":1390898,"bill_number":"H5219","title":"Relative to the amendment of M.G.L. c.32, section 4(2)(b) and 4(2)(c), solely as they relate to the calculation of Walter L. Guertin's pension","description":"Relative to the amendment of M.G.L. c.32, section 4(2)(b) and 4(2)(c), solely as they relate to the calculation of Walter L. Guertin's pension","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5219/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5219","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1390920,"bill_number":"H5218","title":"Relative to the Ware Fire Department","description":"Relative to the Ware Fire Department","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2020-12-29","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5218/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5218","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1390933,"bill_number":"H5220","title":"To allow elected officers in the town of Lee to serve on the Board of Public Works","description":"To allow elected officers in the town of Lee to serve on the Board of Public Works","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2020-12-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5220/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5220","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1391387,"bill_number":"S2993","title":"Relative to the Office of the Mayor in the city of Lawrence","description":"For legislation relative to the Office of the Mayor in the city of Lawrence. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 280 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2993/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2993","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"},
{"bill_id":1391539,"bill_number":"S2994","title":"Addendum to previously filed report concerning a visit to the Bristol County House of Corrections by a member of the Massachusetts State Senate on May 2, 2020 -- Senate, No. 2980","description":"Addendum to previously filed report concerning a visit to the Bristol County House of Corrections by a member of the Massachusetts State Senate on May 2, 2020 -- Senate, No. 2980","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-30","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2020-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2994/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2994","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight"},
{"bill_id":1394784,"bill_number":"H5224","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill providing for a long term and congregate care coronavirus transmission reduction guidance report","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill providing for a long term and congregate care coronavirus transmission reduction guidance report","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"See H5188","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5224/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5224","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394785,"bill_number":"H5247","title":"Order relative to amendments to the Temporary Emergency House Rules","description":"By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin [BACKING TEXT]. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5247/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5247","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":1394786,"bill_number":"H5235","title":"To allow the town of Andover to transfer conservation land","description":"That the town of Andover be authorized to transfer a certain parcel of land in said town to the conservation commission for conservation and passive recreation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5235/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5235","sponsor":"Tram Nguyen"},
{"bill_id":1394787,"bill_number":"H5248","title":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","description":"Authorizing and accelerating transportation investment","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2021-01-15","last_action":"The Governor pocket veto reduced by $30,000,000 and struck \"language that specifies an annual amount for a program, and language that imposes unworkable restrictions on program administration\" in item 6621-2117, pocket vetoed wording that \"will impair the Commonwealth’s ability to secure federal funding\" in items 6621-2108, and struck language that \"uses capital funds for an operational purpose\" in item 6921-2116, pocket vetoed all of items 6720-2127 and 6921-2110, pocket vetoed sections 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 20, 27, 30, 31, 46 and 47, and approved the remainder of the bill","last_action_date":"2021-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5248/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394788,"bill_number":"H5243","title":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","description":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 350 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5243/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5243","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394789,"bill_number":"H5238","title":"Establishing the opioid recovery and remediation trust fund","description":"Text of a further amendment, offered by Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, to the amendment recommended by the Governor (as approved by the","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5238/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5238","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":1394790,"bill_number":"S2998","title":"Relative to the municipal caucus in the town of Concord","description":"Relative to the municipal caucus in the town of Concord","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2998/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2998","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394791,"bill_number":"S2992","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-30","last_action":"See H4963","last_action_date":"2020-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2992/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2992","sponsor":"Adam Hinds"},
{"bill_id":1394792,"bill_number":"H5236","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"New text of S2915","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5236/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5236","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1394793,"bill_number":"H5227","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2828","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5227/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5227","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394794,"bill_number":"H5242","title":"Preserving open space in the commonwealth","description":"Preserving open space in the commonwealth","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5242/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5242","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394795,"bill_number":"H5231","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Northampton","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Northampton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 345 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5231/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5231","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394796,"bill_number":"S2995","title":"Creating a next-generation roadmap for Massachusetts climate policy","description":"Creating a next-generation roadmap for Massachusetts climate policy","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2021-01-14","last_action":"Pocket vetoed -- for communication stating his reasons for pocket vetoing, see Senate, No. 7 of 2021","last_action_date":"2021-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2995/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2995","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394797,"bill_number":"H5230","title":"Relative to the board of directors of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"Relative to the board of directors of the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 323 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5230/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5230","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394798,"bill_number":"H5223","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill establishing a federal coronavirus relief funds website","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill establishing a federal coronavirus relief funds website","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2020-12-31","last_action":"See H5187","last_action_date":"2020-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5223/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5223","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394799,"bill_number":"H5250","title":"Enabling partnerships for growth","description":"Enabling partnerships for growth","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2021-01-14","last_action":"The Governor pocket vetoed sections 48, 50, 55, 62, 63, 83, 85, 95, 102, 106 and 113, and approved the remainder of the bill","last_action_date":"2021-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5250/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5250","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394800,"bill_number":"H5229","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2972","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5229/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5229","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394801,"bill_number":"H5245","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2848","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5245/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5245","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394802,"bill_number":"H5232","title":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land with buildings thereon in the town of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund","description":"Authorizing the University of Massachusetts to convey a certain parcel of land with buildings thereon in the town of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5232/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5232","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394803,"bill_number":"H5244","title":"Authorizing the town of Somerset to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"By Representative Haddad of Somerset and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition of Patricia A. Haddad and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) the town of Somerset be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5244/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5244","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":1394804,"bill_number":"H5239","title":"Study Order - retirement benefits","description":"Relative to authorizing the committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of a certain House document concerning retirement benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5239/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5239","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":1394805,"bill_number":"S3001","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"See H3678","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3001/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S3001","sponsor":"Paul Feeney"},
{"bill_id":1394806,"bill_number":"H5228","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2875","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5228/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5228","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394807,"bill_number":"S3002","title":"Site Information & Links","description":"Site Information & Links","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"See H4720","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3002/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S3002","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":1394808,"bill_number":"H5251","title":"Relative to gender neutral redraft of the home rule charter of the town of Ashland replacing all gendered references to Board of Selectmen with Select Board","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same titile (House, No. 5192). January 6, 2021.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2021-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5251/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5251","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1394809,"bill_number":"H5240","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2744","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5240/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5240","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394810,"bill_number":"H5237","title":"Amending the charter of the City of Everett","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill to amend the City of Everett Charter by giving the mayor a voice and a vote on the Everett School Committee (House, No. 5193) [Local Approval Received]. January 4, 2021.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 332 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5237/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5237","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1394811,"bill_number":"H5233","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Emergency Relief Fund","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on it's municipal tax bills or motor vehicle excise tax bills for the Saugus Emergency Relief Fund (House, No. 5049) [Local Approval Received]. January 4, 2021.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 346 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5233/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5233","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":1394812,"bill_number":"H5241","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"See S2979","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5241/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5241","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394813,"bill_number":"S3000","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the department of mental health","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for George Monfreda, an employee of the department of mental health","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3000/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S3000","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":1394814,"bill_number":"H5225","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill providing for a Department of Children and Families school attendance report","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill providing for a Department of Children and Families school attendance report","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"See H5189","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5225/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5225","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394815,"bill_number":"S2996","title":"Establishing a Commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder","description":"For legislation to establish a Commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2996).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2996/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2996","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1394816,"bill_number":"H5226","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2816","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5226/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5226","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394817,"bill_number":"S2997","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts National Guard Family Education Program","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts National Guard Family Education Program, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2997).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2021-01-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2021-01-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2997/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2997","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":1394818,"bill_number":"H5252","title":"Communication from His Excellency the Governor [pursuant to Sec. 7H of Chapter 29 of the General Laws] submitting revised Fiscal Year 2021 budget recommendations. [Duplicate copies sent to the committee on House Ways and Means]","description":"Communication from His Excellency the Governor [pursuant to Sec. 7H of Chapter 29 of the General Laws] submitting revised Fiscal Year 2021 budget recommendations. [Duplicate copies sent to the committee on House Ways and Means]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5252/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5252","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":1394819,"bill_number":"H5246","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2931","last_action_date":"2021-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5246/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5246","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394820,"bill_number":"H5249","title":"Similar Bills","description":"Similar Bills","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2021-01-06","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2841","last_action_date":"2021-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5249/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5249","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":1394821,"bill_number":"H5234","title":"Amending the charter for the town of Chatham","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4992) [Local Approval Received]. January 4, 2021.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2021-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 344 of the Acts of 2020","last_action_date":"2021-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5234/2019","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H5234","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}
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